RTO Champa

Champa is a city in the Janjir-Champa district of Chhattisgarh and is an industrial town. It is famous for its Kosa silk, brass and gold which is exported to other states and countries as well. It is well connected to the rest of Chhattisgarh through motorable roads.

All vehicles running on the roads of Champa are registered under its Regional Transport Office (CG-11) which provides many services like issuing various permits and certifications for vehicles.

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CG-11 Champa RTO Office

RTO Code	CG-11
Office Address	Janjgir-Champa, Chhattisgarh - 495671
Office Timings	09:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Phone Number	+(91)-7807-224055

Functions of RTO Offices in Champa

Services offered at RTOs in Champa include:

Duplication of registration certificates
Transfer of vehicle authority
Driving tests for issuing driving licences and learner’s licences
Fitness tests for issuing vehicle fitness certificates
Road safety awareness campaigns for minimising road accidents
Vehicle permits for tourists
No objection certificates (NOC) for vehicles transfer to another state
Ensure proper traffic law enforcement and implementation in the city
Registration of vehicles and renewal of the vehicle registration certificates

Types of Driving Licences Issued in Champa RTO

RTO Champa provides different types of driving licence for various types of vehicles:

Driver’s licence
Learner’s licence
International driving licence
Addition of another vehicle class in the licence
Heavy trailer licence for those who already have a heavy motor vehicle licence

Types of Vehicle Registration in Champa

Below are the types of vehicle registration offered by RTOs in Champa includes:

Temporary registration: The validity of this type of registration is seven to thirty days.
Permanent registration: Permanent registration should be completed before the expiry of the temporary registration.

Your number plate will contain the number you will receive upon completing your registration.

Vehicle Registration Charges in Champa

Vehicle registration charges at Champa RTO vary with the purpose of usage.

Vehicle registration charges for all cars: ₹600
Vehicle registration charges for different vehicles for specific purposes: ₹1000 - ₹3000

The fee of a duplication registration certificate is half the amount of the registration of the vehicle.

Road Tax in Champa

The road tax levied depends upon the weight and the age of the vehicle. Road taxes are levied by RTO Champa before the registration of the vehicles or if a vehicle is transferred newly to Champa and is collected for various transport-related services from the owners:

Chhattisgarh Road Tax structure is as follows:

Road tax on new two-wheelers: 4% of vehicle cost.
Road tax on old two-wheelers: ₹6000 - ₹30000, depending upon the weight, age and engine capacity of the vehicle.
Road tax on three-wheelers: ₹15000 - ₹60000, depending upon the seating capacity and age of the vehicle.
Road tax on new four-wheelers: 5% -6% of vehicle cost.
Road tax on old four-wheelers: ₹50000 - ₹600000, depending upon the weight, age and engine capacity of the vehicle.
Road tax on commercial vehicles: It depends on per seat and quarter.

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

All traffic rules are mandatory to follow and violating any of them attracts fines. Fine structure for traffic rules violation in Champa:

Overspeeding: ₹1000 - ₹4000 (for both LMV and HMV)
Driving while using mobile: ₹5000
Driving under influence: ₹10000 for a first offence
Driving without a seat belt: ₹1000 or community service
Driving without a licence: ₹5000 or community service
Improper use of horns in silent zones: ₹1000 -₹2000.

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

According to the Motor Vehicles Act of 1988, it is mandatory to have motor insurance in India. Third-party insurance is compulsory for all vehicles. Driving a vehicle without insurance can attract a fine of ₹2000 for a first-time offence and a fine of ₹4000 for a second-time offence.

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Recent Traffic Events in Champa

Road accidents in Champa have increased with people’s lack of awareness about road safety. Failing to obey traffic rules has cost more than two lives within two months in 2023.

An article says that in 2023 that two bikes collided head-on on the NH-49. One among the two was spot-dead on the Highway.
Another accident took place when a bike carrying three people was hit by another whose driver was a minor boy. In this accident, one was killed while others were severely injured
Two lives were lost owing to speeding. A car collided with a tree because the driver lost control due to overspeeding.

Road Safety Campaigns in Champa

Due to increased road accidents and in an attempt to educate people about road safety, the police of Champa along with the RTO of Champa came up with various road safety campaigns.

Road safety campaigns by Champa are as follows:

Awareness through social media

The transport department in Chhattisgarh has opened accounts on social media handles by the name “Road Safety Mitan” or “Road Safety CG”. Every city is making people aware of the importance of wearing helmets, seatbelts and other precautions that prevent road accidents through social media handles.

Meeting with transporters

The collector of Champa held a meeting with various industries, their transporters and members of Coal Vasari to discuss the road accidents caused by heavy goods carriers. In the meeting, various safety measures were discussed including mandatory health check-ups of drivers every 6 months.

FAQs About RTO Offices in Champa

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What is Form 22 for vehicle registration?

Form 22 is used to assess the emission values of the vehicle. This includes the noise standards and the other emission requirements and whether as per the Motor Vehicles Act of 1988, the said vehicle is applicable for registration.

Can I drive with a temporary number plate in Champa?

It is mandatory to register a new vehicle and get a number plate in any part of India. You can drive with a temporary RC and number plate in Champa only for a month. After that, you must get a permanent number plate.

Is it compulsory to get a motor insurance policy in Champa?

According to the Motor Vehicles Act, it is mandatory for every vehicle owner to purchase an insurance policy that at least covers the third party damages. If the RTO authorities find you driving an uninsured vehicle, they will charge ₹2000-₹4000.

How long is an RC of non-transport vehicle valid for in Champa?

A non-transport vehicle RC is usually valid for about 15 years in Champa. After this period, the vehicle owner must renew the certification once every five years.

How long does it take to get a driving licence in Champa?

It usually takes up to 30 days to procure a driving licence in Champa after passing the driving test. In exceptional cases, it might take longer.