RTO Bagalkot

Bagalkot is located in the state of Karnataka. It houses Pattadakal, a renowned UNESCO World Heritage site. This city has an estimated population of 1.5 lakhs and offers amicable residential neighbourhoods. To travel in this city one can find Government Transport buses, auto rickshaws and private taxis.

The vehicles on the road are administered by 1 RTO office which takes care of the traffic and ensures road safety for all citizens. The code of this RTO office is KA29.

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KA-29 Bagalkot RTO Office

RTO Code	KA-29
Office Address	Station Road Extention Area, Navanagar, Bagalkot - 577101
Office Timings	09:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Phone Number	+(91)-8354-201394

KA-48 Jamkhandi RTO Office

RTO Code	KA-48
Office Address	Sri Deepak Basavaraj Katagis Building, APMC Yard, Jamakhandi, Bagalkot - 587301
Office Timings	09:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Phone Number	+(91)-8353-238040

Functions of RTO Offices in Bagalkot

Various functions of RTO Bagalkot are as below:

Ensure that all the rules and regulations mentioned in the Motor Vehicles Act 1988 and Central Motor Vehicles Act 1989 are being enforced properly
Levy and collect taxes as per the Motor Vehicles Act 1998
Conduct driving tests and issue driving licences
Renew driving licences
Issue No Objection Certificates or NOC for Vehicle ownership transfer
Manage motor vehicle permits in order to facilitate the growth and development of road transportation
Issue permanent and temporary vehicle registrations
Issue tourist vehicle permits and permits for good carriages
Conduct vehicle fitness tests to issue and renew vehicle fitness certificates
Enforce road safety methods in the transportation system

Types of Driving Licences Issued in Bagalkot RTO

Various types of driving licence issued in Bagalkot are:

Two-wheelers licence
Four-wheelers licence
Private light motor vehicle licence
Heavy transport motor vehicles licence

Types of Vehicle Registration in Bagalkot

Different types of vehicle registration certificates provided in Bagalkot are as follows:

Permanent Licence
Temporary Licence

Vehicle Registration Charges in Bagalkot

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 on loan
Temporary Registration Charges: ₹1200 to ₹1500, temporary registration is valid for a month

Road Tax in Bagalkot

Road tax in Bagalkot is charged as per the Karnataka road tax rates. The charges are as below:

For Two-Wheelers: 10% to 93% depending on the age of the vehicle
For Four-Wheelers: 13% to 93% depending on the age of the vehicle

The government of Karnataka does not levy different road taxes for private and commercial vehicles.

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

Not following traffic rules makes vehicle owners subject to penalties. Traffic fines in Karnataka for violating the different traffic rules are as below:

Charges for driving above the speed limit: Between ₹1000 to ₹2000
Charges for driving without a helmet: ₹500
Charges for driving without wearing a seatbelt: ₹500
Charges for underage driving: ₹5000
Charges for driving without a licence: Between ₹1000 to ₹5000
Charges for blocking the path of emergency vehicles: ₹1000

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

Yes, it is mandatory to have motor insurance while driving in Bagalkot. Vehicles on the road without valid insurance will make their owners liable to pay penalties. It may sometimes lead to imprisonment. Penalty charges for driving without proper insurance are between ₹1000 to ₹4000.

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Bus Insurance

Commercial Vehicle Insurance

Two Wheeler Insurance

Recent Traffic Events in Bagalkot

A recent report says that 4 people were dead on the spot after being crushed by an unidentified vehicle on National Highway – 218. The victims were merchants selling onions from the ages of 38 to 40. They stopped on the highway to fix a flat tyre of their lorry.

An accident between a truck, a car and a motorbike caused the death of 4 people on the Belagavi-Bagalkot road. According to reports, the car was hit by the truck first, which caused the death of the driver and the two passengers inside. After hitting the car, the truck crashed into a motorbike that killed the driver on the spot. Several charges under the Indian Penal Code (IPC) were registered against the truck driver while the police carried on with their investigation.

FAQs About RTO Offices in Bagalkot

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Can I travel with a temporary number plate in Bagalkot?

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

How many days does it take to get a vehicle number plate in Bagalkot?

It usually takes around 2 to 3 days to get a number plate in Bagalkot. However, it may take up to 7 days depending on the waiting list.

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

Yes, according to the Motor Vehicles Act is it compulsory for every vehicle to be registered before being used. Driving a vehicle without registration will make the vehicle owner subject to a court fine in Bagalkot.

Can I make a road tax payment in Bagalkot online?

Yes, road tax payment can be done online in Bagalkot by visiting the Parivahan website and opting for ‘Online Services’ and further choosing ‘Vehicles Related Services’.

What are the documents necessary to register a new car in Bagalkot?

The documents required to register a new vehicle in Bagalkot are mentioned below:

Form 20, Form 21, Form 22, Form 22A
Vehicle insurance certificate
Pollution Under Control or PUC certificate
Identity and address proof