RTO Office Bastar

Bastar is a district in the state of Chattisgarh. It has its district headquarters in Jagdalpur. This area is popularly known as Dakshin Kaushal because of its exotic forests and tribal culture and serves as the cultural capital of the state.

Due to this, the area receives abundant tourists throughout the year which often increases the number of vehicles on road. The transportation of this area is supervised under 1 RTO that works efficiently. The RTO code for Bastar is CG-27.

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CG-27 Bastar RTO Office

RTO Code	CG-27
Office Address	Kondagaon, Bastar, Chhattisgarh - 494226
Office Timings	09:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Phone Number	NIL

Functions of RTO Offices in Bastar

The various functions of RTO Bastar are as follows:

Conducting driving tests and issuing driving certificates
Issuing vehicle registration certificates
Transferring vehicle ownership
Conducting vehicle fitness tests and vehicle fitness certificates
Renewing driving licences
Issuing fancy registration number plates for those to demand

Types of Driving Licences Issued in Bastar RTO

Different types of driving licence issued in Bastar are:

Four-wheelers licence
Heavy passenger motor vehicles licence
Light motor vehicles licence
Heavy goods motor vehicles licence
Two-wheelers licence

Types of Vehicle Registration in Bastar

There are 2 types of vehicle registrations done by RTO Bastar:

Permanent Licence
Temporary Licence

Vehicle Registration Charges in Bastar

Registration charges for new vehicles under RTO are as follows:

Charges for registration: ₹600 for every four-wheeler
Hypothecation: ₹1500 for vehicles that are bought on loan
Charges for changing the number plate and smart card: ₹1000
Temporary Registration Charges: ₹1200 to ₹1500 for a month

Road Tax in Bastar

Road tax charges in Bastar follow the Chhattisgarh road tax. Its rates are mentioned below:

For new two-wheelers: 4% of the vehicle’s worth
For old two-wheelers: ₹6000 - ₹30000 (focusing on the weight, engine capacity, and age)
For three-wheelers: ₹15000 - ₹60000 (as per the seating capacity and vehicle’s age)
For new four-wheelers: 5% - 6% (depending on the cost of the vehicle)
For old four-wheelers: ₹50000 - ₹600000 (according to the weight, performance period, and engine capacity)
For commercial vehicles: ₹150 per seat for each quarter; ₹200 per seat for each quarter for all-India-permitted vehicles

What If You Don’t Follow Traffic Rules in Bastar?

Traffic offenders in Bastar are subject to penalties and can also face imprisonment sometimes. Penalty charges for various traffic violations are:

Charges for driving without a licence: ₹5000; imprisonment for 1 month
Charges for rash driving and overspeeding: ₹1000 to ₹4000
Charges for drinking and driving: ₹10000 for first-time offenders, ₹15000 for repetition
Charges for obstructing the path of emergency vehicles: ₹1000; imprisonment for up to 6 months
Charges for driving without wearing a seatbelt: ₹1000

Is It Mandatory to Have Insurance When Driving a Vehicle in Bastar?

It is mandatory to have motor insurance while driving a vehicle in Bastar. Having insurance will protect riders from the cost of any damages incurred in case of an accident. Besides, it will also eliminate the risk of having to pay a penalty for vehicle owners. The penalty for driving a vehicle without insurance is between ₹2000 to ₹4000.

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Taxi Insurance

Commercial Vehicle Insurance

Two Wheeler Insurance

Recent Traffic Events in Bastar

News was published on the collision of a truck with an auto-rickshaw that resulted in an accident causing the death of 7 school children. The accident took place in the Kankar district of Chhattisgarh in the Bastar region. Students who were victims of the accident were between the ages of 5 years to 8 years.

Another news article reported about an accident between a car and a passenger bus that resulted in the death of 4 men near the Metawada village on NH-30. The bus was heading towards Jagdalpur from Raipur when it collided with a car coming from the opposite direction. Four passengers inside the car died on the spot and one of them suffered serious injuries. No passengers on the bus suffered any injuries. Later, police arrested the bus driver who had fled from the scene.

FAQs About RTO Offices in Bastar

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What are the age parameters to receive a learner's licence in Bastar?

The minimum age to obtain a learner’s licence in Bastar is 18 years.

What happens if I do not pay road tax in Bastar?

When vehicle owners do not pay the road tax on time, they are liable to pay 1/12th of their road tax amount in addition to the amount due.

How to renew a licence in Bastar?

Driving licence in Bastar can be removed both online and offline. For renewing it online, users must visit the Parivahan website and opt for the ‘Online Services’ option.

In order to renew the driving licence offline, licence holders must visit their respective RTOs and submit the licence renewal form along with the necessary documents.

Is it compulsory to get my new vehicle registered in Bastar RTO?

Yes, it is compulsory to register a new vehicle in Bastar before taking it out on the road. Driving an unregistered vehicle will attract a penalty of ₹2000 to ₹5000 to the vehicle owner. For a subsequent offence the charges will increase to ₹5000 to ₹10000.

What is the official website of RTO Bastar?

In order to avail the services of RTO Bastar users must visit the official website of the transport department of Chattisgarh.