RTO Gandhinagar

Gandhinagar is the capital city of Gujarat. The city is very famous among Hindus because of the Akshardham Temple. Besides, the city receives plenty of tourists throughout the year because of its local traditions and culture.

Nevertheless, the traffic is well managed by its RTO office bearing the GJ 18 code. It performs several functions and implements them with efficiency.

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GJ-18 Gandhinagar RTO Office

RTO Code	GJ-18
Office Address	Near G0 Circle, Gandhinagar, Gujarat - 382421
Office Timings	09:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Phone Number	+(91)-79232-40954

Functions of RTO Offices in Gandhinagar

Various functions of RTO Gandhinagar are mentioned below:

Conducting driving tests and issuing driving licences.
Issuing No Objection Certificates or NOCs to transfer vehicle ownership.
Conducting vehicle fitness tests and issuing vehicle fitness certificates.
Managing motor vehicle permits in order to facilitate the growth and development of road transportation.
Issuance of tourist motor vehicle permits and permits for good carriages.
Issuing permanent and temporary vehicle registrations.
Levying road taxes and collecting Inspector of Motor Vehicles or IMV fees.
Enforcing road safety methods in the transportation system.

Types of Driving Licences Issued in Gandhinagar RTO

Various types of driving licence issued in Gandhinagar are:

Licence for Two-Wheelers
Licence for Four-Wheelers
Licence for Light Motor Vehicles
Licence for Transport Vehicles

Types of Vehicle Registration in Gandhinagar

Different types of vehicle registration in Gandhinagar are as follows:

Permanent Licence
Temporary Licence

Vehicle Registration Charges in Gandhinagar

Registration charges for new vehicles under RTO are as follows:

Charges for registration: ₹600 for every four-wheeler
Charges for changing of number plate: ₹230 to ₹400; charges are the same for High-Security Registration Plates or HSRP number plates.
Hypothecation: ₹1500 for vehicles that are bought on loan
Temporary Registration Charges: ₹1200 to ₹1500, temporary registration is valid for a month

Road Tax in Gandhinagar

Road taxes in Gandhinagar are as per the Gujarat road tax rates. The charges are mentioned below:

For two-wheelers: 1% to 15%
For four-wheelers: 6% at the cost of the vehicle
For commercial vehicles: 6%

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

Not following traffic rules makes vehicle owners subject to penalties. Charges for violating the different traffic rules are mentioned below:

Charges for driving above the speed limit: Between ₹1500 to ₹4000
Charges for breaking pollution norms: Between ₹1000 to ₹3000
Charges for driving without a licence: ₹2000 for two-wheelers; ₹3000 for four wheelers
Charges for driving without wearing a seatbelt: ₹500
Charges for blocking the path of emergency vehicles: ₹1000
Charges for driving without a helmet: ₹500

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

Yes, it is mandatory to have motor insurance while driving in Gandhinagar. Vehicles that run on the road without proper insurance make their owners liable to penalties. It could sometimes even lead to imprisonment.

Penalty charges for driving without proper insurance are ₹2000 for first-time offenders and ₹4000 for repeating the offence.

Recent Traffic Events in Gandhinagar

As per reports, an accident near the Tarapur Highway resulted in the death of 2 people. In the accident, a sedan crashed with a hatchback and driver causing the death of both drivers. The police have been collecting CCTV footage as evidence to further investigate the case.

Another report cited that a car hit a pole near the Raisan Petrol Pump and resulted in the death of two people on the spot while 3 others suffered serious injuries. The driver had lost control and hit the car on a pole with such a speed that the wheelbase twisted.

Road Safety Campaigns in Gandhinagar

The Chief Minister of Gujarat launched a website called ‘Gujarat Road Safety Authority’ and re-launched the ‘Scheme of Award to the Good Samaritan’. The Good Samaritan award was introduced to eliminate people’s negative mentality towards helping people in road accidents. People had a notion that taking people to the hospital after an accident may result in them getting involved in legal matters, hence this scheme was introduced for the betterment of the people.

FAQs About RTO Offices in Gandhinagar

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How to renew a licence in Gandhinagar?

Driving licence in Gandhinagar can be renewed both online and offline. For offline renewal the licence holder must visit the RTO office and collect Form 9 and submit it with the required documents. For online renewal, licence holders must visit the Parivahan website and go to the ‘Apply for Driving Licence Renewal’ option.

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

Yes, according to the Motor Vehicles Act, every vehicle on the road must be registered under their respective RTO. Not registering a vehicle before use will attract a penalty of ₹1000 for two-wheelers, ₹3000 for four-wheelers and ₹5000 for heavy vehicles.

Is it mandatory to have a number plate in Gandhinagar?

Yes, it is mandatory to have a number plate in Gandhinagar. Driving without a number plate will attract a penalty of ₹1000 for two-wheelers, ₹3000 for light motor vehicles and ₹4000 for heavy motor vehicles.

How long does it take to get a Driver’s licence in Gandhinagar?

Once a candidate has successfully passed their driving test, they will receive their driving licence at their registered address within 2 to 3 weeks.

Can I travel with a temporary number plate in Gandhinagar?

Yes, you can travel with a temporary number plate in Gandhinagar as long as the number plate is valid.