RTOs in Kerala

The Regional Transport Offices (RTO) in Kerala fall under the Motor Vehicles Department of the State Government of Kerala. In recent years, the department has facilitated easy access of RTOs and Sub-RTOs (SRTOs) online.

From registering a vehicle to obtaining a driving licence, RTOs in Kerala offer a hassle-free experience.

There are 18 RTOs and 68 STROs in Kerala. Check out the list below and know about their registration code.

Some of the services offered by RTOs and Sub-RTOs in Kerala are mentioned below

• Vehicle Registration: RTO Kerala allows you to obtain a new registration or renew your existing one

• Driving Licence: It conducts driving tests and issues/renews licences to eligible drivers

• Fitness Certificate: These offices check the roadworthiness of the vehicles and issue certificates

• Number Plate Services: It issues and replaces number plates on vehicles in compliance with the Motor Vehicles Act

• Ownership Transfer: It ensures the rightful transfer of the vehicle’s ownership

• Tax Payment: It allows you to pay road tax as per the applicable regulations   

• Emission Testing: It also conducts pollution tests to ensure compliance with environmental standards

You may visit the official website of the Motor Vehicles Department, Government of Kerala to know about all the services offered by them.

RTOs in Kerala provide many services online. For vehicle registration, you will have to visit the respective office physically. Follow these simple steps to complete the process.

1. Visit the RTO office of your respective district

2. Submit the relevant documents and pay the applicable fee

3. After verifying your documents, the RTO will issue a temporary registration certificate (RC)

4. They will issue a permanent RC within 1 month of initiating the process 

5. After an inspection from the RTO staff, you will receive your registration number as well

You need to submit proper paperwork when registering your new vehicle in the state. The following are some of the documentation required.

• Pollution Fitness Certificate

• Forms 20 and 22

• Form 32 (if applicable)

• Insurance Certificate

• Proof of age and residence, such as PAN card, Aadhaar card, passport, etc.

• Copy of the invoice

• Customs clearance certificate if it is an imported vehicle

• Details of modifications in the vehicle (if applicable)

The fee payable on registering a new vehicle depends on its type. Check out the applicable rates in the table below-

To get behind the wheel in the state, you need to have a driving licence. Follow these steps to apply for it online.

1. Visit the official website of Sarathi Parivahan at https://parivahan.gov.in/parivahan/

2. Click on the ‘Learner’s Licence’ option and choose ‘Kerala’ as the state name

3. Select ‘Apply for Learner’s Licence’ and fill in your details

4. Upload your photo and relevant documents and book a convenient slot for a test

5. Pay the required fee and verify the pay status

6. If you pass the test, RTO will issue you a Learner’s Licence

7. Once you have received your learner’s licence, you can apply for a permanent one on the main portal

Now that you are prepared to get your driving licence, ensure that you have all the relevant documents. These include:

• Proof of identity, age, and residence like PAN card, Aadhaar card, voter ID, passport, etc.

• Passport-size photographs

• Driving school certificate (if applicable)

• A copy of your learner’s licence

• Receipt of fee payment 

You will have to pay nominal charges to get your driving licence in the state. The following are the applicable fees for different services- 

You can transfer the ownership rights of a vehicle on the RTO Kerala website. Follow these simple steps.

1. Visit https://parivahan.gov.in/parivahan/ 

2. Submit the application for transfer of ownership online jointly or separately by the seller and purchaser

3. Enter the OTP received on the mobile phone of both the seller and the purchaser

4. Make online fee payment and upload the relevant documents in Forms 29 and 30