RTO Office Durg

Durg RTO operates under the Transport Commissioner and primarily functions in the implementation of the rules and regulations of the Motor Vehicles Act, of 1988. It is a heavily populated city, the second largest city in Chhattisgarh, and a major industrial centre. The RTO Durg has been formulated under Section 213(1) of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, and functions under the Chhattisgarh government. The code assigned to RTO Durg is CG-07.

CG-07 Durg RTO Office

RTO Code	CG-07
Office Address	Durg, Chhattisgarh - 490001
Office Timings	09:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Phone Number	+(91)-788-2324815

CG-25 Bemetara RTO Office

RTO Code	CG-25
Office Address	Bemetara, Durg, Chhattisgarh - 491335
Office Timings	09:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Phone Number	+(91)-788-2324815

Functions of RTO Offices in Durg

The functions of RTO Offices in Durg are three-fold, namely:

Levying and collection of road taxes
Issuing of motor vehicle permit
Development of road transportation
Implementation of state government traffic rules, and Central Motor Vehicles Act, 1989
Car inspection
Registration of motor vehicles
Issuing of vehicle fitness certificate
Levying and collection of motor vehicle taxes
Issuing of driving licences
Issuing Pollution Control Certificate (PUC)
Removal of hypothecation

Types of Driving Licences Issued in Durg RTO

The different types of driving licences that also imply under Durg RTO:

Licence for two-wheeler vehicle
Licence for light gear motor vehicle with 50cc engine capacity and above
Licence for motorcycle (mopeds, scooters) with any cc engine capacity
Licence for a light motor vehicle with non-transportation purposes
Licence for a light motor vehicle with commercial purposes
Licence for all India driving permits of trucks and cars
Licence for heavy goods motor vehicle
Licence for heavy trailers, for those already possessing a heavy vehicle driving licence

Types of Vehicle Registration in Durg

Types of vehicle registration certificates given by Durg RTO are:

Duplicate registration, or Hypothecation certificate
Permanent registration

Durg RTO will provide you with a unique registration number after you have completed the entire vehicle registration process. This unique registration number is the number on your licence plate.

Vehicle Registration Charges in Durg

Durg RTO follows the guidelines of Chhattisgarh, so the vehicle registration charges include:

Registration Charges for a New Vehicle: ₹600 for all cars
Charges for Smart Card and Number Plate: ₹1000
Temporary Registration Charges: ₹1200 - ₹1500 per month
Road Tax Charges: 8% to 9% for a new car registration
Charges for Hypothecation: ₹1500 for a car bought on a loan

Road Tax in Durg

Road taxes in Durg are under the supervision of RTO Chhattisgarh road taxes. They are:

For 2-Wheeler Vehicles: 4% of the cost of the vehicle
For 4-Wheeler Vehicles: 5% - 6% of the cost of the vehicle
For Commercial Vehicles (taxi): 150 per seat per quarter without an all-India permit

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

Not following the new traffic fines, effective from 1st September 2019 in Durg will call upon you various penalties, such as:

Violating General Traffic Guidelines: ₹500 - ₹1000

Driving a Vehicle Without a Licence: ₹5000 – imprisonment up to 1 month

Driving in a Drunken State: ₹10000 - ₹15000
Driving a Vehicle in Poor Condition: ₹1500
Driving a Vehicle Without Registration: ₹2000 - ₹10000

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

It is mandatory to have a motor insurance coverage for your vehicle if you are a citizen of Durg. The Durg RTO attaches a high challan amount of ₹2000 - ₹4000 on vehicles for travelling on road without any insurance.

Recent Traffic Events in Durg

A report was published about a rash collision between a scooter and a car that led to the death of a married couple on 8th January 2023. The couple was on their way from Rajnandgaon, after attending a marriage occasion. While riding they were badly hit by a rashly driven car, which led to them being thrown away from the scooter. The scooter was dragged for nearly 100 metres.

In another incident, on 11th December 2022, the incomplete construction of the flyover on the Durg-Raipur road led to the killing of a couple and their 12-year-old daughter. The cause of the incident later found out by officials was the absence of barricades and warning signs of stopping on the road, or not going ahead.

Road Safety Campaigns in Durg

On 23rd December 2022, the traffic police of Durg, Chhattisgarh started a road campaign where anyone who is caught breaking any traffic rule, will either pay a fine or collect plastic waste. This has been done to create road awareness among vehicle drivers about road safety and traffic regulations.

FAQs About RTO Offices in Durg

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How to get a learner’s driving licence in Durg, Chhattisgarh?

To obtain a learner’s licence you must be of 16 years of age to get LLR for a motorcycle 50cc. For gear motorcycles, the age bar is 18 years, and for a bus, taxi, or auto, a minimum age of 20 years. Furthermore, a declaration signed by your guardian, CMV form 1A, and 1-year experience in driving a light motor vehicle.

What will happen if I forget to renew my driving licence?

Driving without a valid driving licence is a punishable offence. You give your licence for renewal within 5 years before the date of expiry. You will be charged a penalty only after your licence has crossed 30 days after the expiry date.

What is the validity period of a learner’s licence?

A learner’s licence is valid for a period of six months.

What are the subjects in a learning licence test?

The subjects in a learner’s licence test comprise of the following – road rules and regulations of Section 118 of the Motor Vehicles Act, duties of the driver, precautions to be taken while crossing an unmanned railway crossing and to carry all the documents of your vehicle while driving on road.

How to apply for an international driving licence in Durg RTO?

The documents required for applying for an international; driving licence under Durg RTO is – the original driving licence, Form No. 4A, 2 passport-size photographs, form 1 medical certificate, a valid passport, and a visa given by the Passport Authority of India.