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RTO Chikmagalur

Chikmagalur is a hill station district in Karnataka. It is situated in the Western Ghats mountain range. There are two RTO offices - KA-18 Chikmagalur and KA-66 Tarikere. These two RTO monitor and maintain if all the traffic rules and regulations in Chikmagalur are being maintained or not.

RTO Code

KA-18

Office Address

ML Vasudeva Murthy Building, Hosmane Extn, Chickmagalur - 577101

Office Timings

09:30 AM - 06:30 PM

Phone Number

+(91)-8262-220366

RTO Code

KA-66

Office Address

Tarikere, Chikmagalur - 577228

Office Timings

09:30 AM - 06:30 PM

Phone Number

NIL

Functions of RTO Offices in Chikmagalur

Here are all the functions RTO offices in Chikmagalur RTO perform: 

  • Transfer vehicle ownership 

  • Registration of new vehicles

  • Conduct driving tests

  • Issue learner's licence

  • Provides PUC certificate

  • Issuance of NOC for vehicles

  • Issues vehicle fitness certificates

  • Arranges traffic awareness campaigns

Types of Driving Licences Issued in Chikmagalur RTO

RTO offices in Chikmagalur issue the following types of driving licences in India: 

  • Driving licence for a personal car

  • Licence for a motorcycle without gears 

  • Driving licence for commercial motor vehicles

  • Licence for heavy commercial vehicles 

  • Driving licence for motorcycle with gear

Types of Vehicle Registration in Chikmagalur

There are mainly three types of vehicle registration certificates that RTO offices in Chikmagalur offer:

  • Permanent Registration

  • Temporary Registration

  • Commercial Registration

Functions of RTO Offices in Chikmagalur

Here are all the functions RTO offices in Chikmagalur RTO perform: 

Road Tax in Chikmagalur

Following are the Karnataka Road Taxes in Chikmagalur: 

  • New Two-Wheelers with Prices Up to ₹50000: 10% of the vehicle’s cost

  • New Two-Wheelers with Prices More Than ₹50000: 12% of the vehicle’s cost

  • Old Two-Wheelers Aged Within 5 Years: 75%-93% of the road tax

  • Old Two-Wheelers Aged Between 5-10 Years: 49%-69% of the road tax

  • Old Two-Wheelers Aged Between 10-15 Years: 25%-45% of the road tax

  • New Four-Wheelers Priced Within ₹5 Lakhs: 13% of the vehicle's cost

  • New Four-Wheelers Priced Between ₹5-10 Lakhs: 14% of the vehicle’s cost

  • New Four-Wheelers Priced Between ₹10-20 Lakhs: 17% of the vehicle’s cost

  • New cars priced more than ₹20 Lakhs: 18% of the vehicle’s cost

  • Old Four-Wheelers Aged Within 5 Years: 75%-93% of the road tax

  • Old Four-Wheelers Aged Between 5-10 Years: 49%-69% of the road tax

  • Old Four-Wheelers Aged Between 10-15 Years: 25%-45% of the road tax

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

Here is a list of the new traffic fines in Chikmagalur: 

  • Violating No-Parking Zones: ₹1,000

  • Misbehaving With Traffic Sergeant: ₹2,000

  • Driving Without  a Valid Number Plate: ₹500

  • Jumping Red Lights in Traffic Signals: ₹500

  • Driving While on a Mobile Phone: ₹1000 

  • Driving Without a Valid Driving Licence: ₹1000

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

According to the provisions made by the Govt. of India, it is mandatory to have motor insurance when driving a vehicle in Chikmagalur. Even if you do not have comprehensive insurance it is very important to have at least third-party insurance so that policemen and administrations do not fine you.

Recent Traffic Events in Chikmagalur

Last year, in a car accident five students got killed.  The accident happened on Hassan-Belur Road when the five students were in a car that collided with a KSRTC bus that was going to Chikmagalur from Bengaluru. The traffic police of Chikmagalur since then have posted several checking 'Naka' on the road.

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FAQs About RTO Offices in Chikmagalur

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

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It takes a minimum of 15 days from the date of application to receive a vehicle registration number in Chikmagalur. You will get the vehicle number plate within one week of the vehicle registration.

It takes a minimum of 15 days from the date of application to receive a vehicle registration number in Chikmagalur. You will get the vehicle number plate within one week of the vehicle registration.

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

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Here is a list of the documents required to register a new car in Chikmagalur: Form 21 or Sales certificate from the dealership Form 22 or the roadworthiness certificate Form 34  - Loan hypothecation certificate Pollution Under Control Certificate Age and address proof documents Application fees payment receipt Purchase invoice of the vehicle  Valid vehicle insurance certificate Road tax payment receipts Two passport-size photos Customs clearance certificate only if the vehicle is imported After submitting these documents, your vehicle registration process will start. 

Here is a list of the documents required to register a new car in Chikmagalur:

  • Form 21 or Sales certificate from the dealership
  • Form 22 or the roadworthiness certificate
  • Form 34  - Loan hypothecation certificate
  • Pollution Under Control Certificate
  • Age and address proof documents
  • Application fees payment receipt
  • Purchase invoice of the vehicle 
  • Valid vehicle insurance certificate
  • Road tax payment receipts
  • Two passport-size photos
  • Customs clearance certificate only if the vehicle is imported

After submitting these documents, your vehicle registration process will start. 

What does B extract mean in Chikmagalur RTO?

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The Chikmagalur RTO office offers this document called B extract. It allows vehicle owners to legally sell their used vehicle to an interested buyer.

The Chikmagalur RTO office offers this document called B extract. It allows vehicle owners to legally sell their used vehicle to an interested buyer.

What is the official website of RTO Chikmagalur?

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To avail the services of RTO offices in Chikmagalur,  you have to visit the official website of the Transport Department of the Karnataka Government.

To avail the services of RTO offices in Chikmagalur,  you have to visit the official website of the Transport Department of the Karnataka Government.

Do I need to provide the invoice for a vehicle when submitting the road tax in Chikmagalur RTO?

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Yes, the invoice for a vehicle when submitting the road tax in Chikmagalur RTO is very important. Most of the time vehicle dealers submit the application for road tax payment themselves. But it is very important to keep the invoice for future reference.

Yes, the invoice for a vehicle when submitting the road tax in Chikmagalur RTO is very important. Most of the time vehicle dealers submit the application for road tax payment themselves. But it is very important to keep the invoice for future reference.