RTO Sonipat

One of the largest cities in Haryana, Sonipat acts as a natural boundary between the states of Haryana and Uttar Pradesh. This allows a lot of commuting between these two states and hence the need for an RTO office.

The RTO code of Sonipat is HR-69 and there are 3 RTO offices here, which are HR-10, HR-69, and HR-79. Sonipat RTO works under the Government of Haryana Ministry of Road Transport.

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HR-10 Sonipat RTO Office

RTO Code	HR-10
Office Address	Sonepat, Haryana - 131001
Office Timings	09:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Phone Number	+(91)-130-2222100

HR-69 Sonipat RTO Office

RTO Code	HR-69
Office Address	Sonipat, Haryana - 131001
Office Timings	09:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Phone Number	NIL

HR-79 Kharkhoda RTO Office

RTO Code	HR-79
Office Address	Kharkhoda, Sonipat, Haryana - 131402
Office Timings	09:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Phone Number	NIL

Functions of RTO Offices in Sonipat

Below is a comprehensive list of services offered by the RTO office in Sonipat:

Register New Motor Vehicles
Collect Road Tax From Vehicle Owners
Renew and Issue Vehicle Registration Certificate
Furnish and Renew a Driving Licence
Run Vehicle Inspection
Provide PUC Certificate
Provide Vehicle Fitness Certificate
Issue International Driving License
Allow Motor Vehicle Permits in India
Provide NOC for Vehicles to Car or Other Owners

Types of Driving Licences Issued in Sonipat RTO

RTO offices in Sonipat provide the below types of driving licence:

Two Wheeler Licence
Light Motor Vehicle Licence
Heavy Goods Motor Vehicle Licence
Heavy Trailer Licence
Motorcycle Licence (Vehicles Without Gears)
Light Motor Vehicle Licence (Non-Transport Purpose)
Light Motor Vehicle (Commercial Purpose)
Heavy Passenger Motor Vehicle Licence

However, in case you lose your original driving licence, the RTO office in Sonipat also provides duplicate driving licence.

Types of Vehicle Registration in Sonipat

A vehicle registration certificate is an essential document that every vehicle owner residing in Sonipat must carry.

RTO Sonipat offers 2 types of vehicle registration, which include:

Permanent Registration
Temporary Registration

However, every vehicle owner must embed the vehicle registration number on the number plate of their vehicle as soon as they receive the number.

Vehicle Registration Charges in Sonipat

The vehicle registration charges in Sonipat include:

Parking Fee/State Development Fee:
- ₹2000 (parking fees for cars below ₹4 lakh)
- ₹4000 (MCD parking fees for vehicles above ₹4 lakh)
Registration Fees: ₹600 for every vehicle
Number Plate Charges: ₹230 to ₹400, this is similar to high-security registration plates
Hypothecation Charges: ₹1500 (if a vehicle owner purchases a vehicle on loan)
Temporary Registration Fee: ₹1200 to ₹1500 (for up to 1 month)
Road Tax Charges: 5% to 10% (vehicles up to ₹6 lakh till vehicles above ₹20 lakh)
FasTag Charges: ₹600 (as a vehicle owner purchases a vehicle)

Road Tax in Sonipat

Sonipat is one of the 22 districts of Haryana state and follows the Haryana Road Tax, which are as follows:

Two-Wheelers (depending on price range):

Anything Above ₹2 lakh: 8%
Between ₹75000 & ₹2 lakh: 6%
Up to Rs.75000: 4%

Four-Wheelers (depending on price range):

Anything Above ₹20 lakh: 10%
Between ₹6 lakh & ₹20 lakh: 8%
Up to ₹6 lakh: 5%

Commercial Vehicles:

The Haryana state tax for a vehicle is evaluated at 2% of the vehicle cost. However, the road tax for Sonipat is:

Between Seven and Twelve Seats: ₹1450 quarterly
Between Four and Six Seats: ₹625 quarterly
Till Four Seats: ₹600 quarterly

However, if any of these vehicles mentioned in the list above has a sidecar, it is not considered eligible for road tax.

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

The traffic fines in Sonipat are as follows:

Driving/Riding Without Registration: ₹5000 for a first-time offence and ₹10,000 for a subsequent offence
Riding Without Licence: ₹5000 and/or community service
Driving/Riding Using Mobile Phones: ₹5000
Riding Without Wearing Helmet: ₹1000 and/or licence cancellation, community service for 3 months
Rash Driving: ₹1000 to ₹5000 for first time offence, ₹10000 for second time offence
Overboarding Passengers: ₹200 for every extra passenger and/or community service
Using Horns in a Silent Zone: ₹2000 to ₹4000
Jumping a Red Light: ₹1000 to ₹5000 and/or 6 months to 1 year in imprisonment, and seizure of your licence

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

Yes, it is mandatory to have a motor insurance while driving on the streets of Sonipat. In case you fail to have one, the fines include - ₹2000 and/or 3 months in imprisonment, community service, for a first-time offence and ₹4000 for continuous violation.

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Car Insurance

Auto Rickshaw Insurance

Commercial Vehicle Insurance

Two Wheeler Insurance

Recent Traffic Events in Sonipat

As per recent news, a bus and a container collided in Sonipat causing extensive jams on the Delhi-Panipat road. However, there were no casualties during the accident.

Another news from last year, it now became easy to identify the repeat traffic offenders in Sonipat. The officials will download the record of every challan deducted from the Driving License (DL). Additionally, they will know about the driver's whereabouts by just scanning the DL by putting it in the swap machine.

FAQs on RTO Offices in Sonipat

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How to renew a licence in Sonipat?

You can renew your existing permanent and commercial driving licence in Sonipat by visiting the RTO offices. You can also renew your driving licences by online methods. However, for commercial driving licence renewal, the applicant must produce a medical fitness certificate as well as vehicle’s certificate of fitness.

How do I get a permanent driving licence offline in Sonipat?

It is a hassle-free process which includes visiting the RTO Sonipat or the additional RTO Sonipat under its jurisdiction. Fill in the application form and attach all the necessary documents and submit accordingly.

What is the validity of the permanent driving licence in Sonipat?

The validity of the permanent driving licence is of 20 years or till the age of 50 years of an individual owning a vehicle. After this, it is necessary to renew the driving licence.

How long does it take to get a driver’s licence in Sonipat?

When applying for a permanent driving licence in Sonipat, it takes about 7 days for the licence to arrive via speed post to your registered address. If you apply for a smart card driving licence, it may take more than a month to arrive.

Is it mandatory to have a number plate in Sonipat?

Yes. When you drive a vehicle in Sonipat, it is legally mandatory for you to have a valid number plate attached to your two or four wheelers. Otherwise you will have to pay a hefty fine if an official catches you without the same.