RTO Satara

Satara is situated in the district of Satara in Maharashtra. It is situated at the foot of the famous Ajinkyatara Fort. This city is surrounded by seven hills and is important for its jaggery production. The roads going through this city are important for trading and transporting goods to maintain the city's economy.

There is one regional transport office (RTO) in Satara, with code MH 11, that ensures smooth transportation and road safety.

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MH-11 Satara RTO Office

RTO Code	MH-11
Office Address	Sadar Bazar, Satara - 415001
Office Timings	09:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Phone Number	+(91)-2162-235888

MH-50 Karad RTO Office

RTO Code	MH-50
Office Address	Padali (Kese), Supane, Karad, Satara - 415114
Office Timings	09:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Phone Number	+(91)-2164-255300 / 255400

Functions of RTO Offices in Satara

The RTO in Satara was created to perform the following functions:

Issues driver and learner’s licence.
Registers new vehicles and provides vehicle registration certificates.
Issues various types of vehicle permits.
Conducts fitness tests and driving tests for issuing driving licences and fitness certificates.
Ensures rapid growth and development of road transportation.
Spreads awareness about road safety.
Ensures proper enforcement and implementation of provisions of the Motor Vehicles ACT of 1988.
Transfers vehicle ownership.

Types of Driving Licences Issued in Satara RTO

Satara RTO issues the following types of driving Licence:

Licence for LMV
Licence for heavy commercial vehicles
Licence for two-wheelers with and without gears
Motor vehicles with a 50 cc engine capacity or even less than that.

Types of Vehicle Registration in Satara

RTO Satara provides two types of vehicle registration:

Temporary registration
Permanent registration

Vehicle Registration Charges in Satara

The registration charges are different for various types of vehicles. Below is the list of the registration charges for a few vehicles:

Two-wheelers Including Scooters - ₹50
Three-wheelers and Four-wheelers for Private Use - ₹600
Three-wheelers and Four-wheelers for Commercial Use - ₹1000
Heavy Passenger Vehicle - ₹1000
Heavy Goods Vehicle - ₹1500
Medium Passenger Vehicle - ₹1000
Medium Good vehicle - ₹1000
Other Vehicles – ₹3000

Road Tax in Satara

RTO offices in Satara collect road taxes as per the standards of Maharashtra Road Tax. It is collected at the time of registration or when it is transferred and registered under a new RTO:

Road tax on Two-wheelers: 10%-13% of vehicle cost subject to a minimum cost of ₹1500.

Road tax on Four-wheelers: 7%-15% of vehicle cost ranging from 10 lakhs to 20 lakhs.

What if You Don’t Follow Traffic Rules in Satara?

If you do not follow the traffic rules, you will have to pay fines to the government of Maharashtra.

Following is the list of fines for the most common traffic rules violations:

Over Speeding: ₹1000 - ₹4000
Driving While Using Mobile: ₹5000
Improper Use of Horns in Silent Zones: ₹5000 for first-time offenders and ₹4000 for repeating the same offence.
Driving Under Influence: ₹1000 or 6 years imprisonment
Driving Without Seatbelt: ₹1000 or community service
Driving Without Licence: ₹5000 or community service

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

In India,It is mandatory to have motor insurance. Third-party insurance is a must, and if you do not insure your car, you will have to pay ₹2000 as a fine for the first time. If you repeat the same offence, you will have to pay ₹4000 as a fine.

Recent Traffic Events in Satara

Two women were killed with six people injured in a car accident in Satara. According to the police, the accident took place because the driver lost control and crashed.
In the same year, three were killed in a horrific car crash. The four-wheeler driver lost control and crashed, killing the passengers.

Road Safety Campaigns in Satara

Motorcycle Rally

Satara RTO arranged a motorcycle rally to spread road safety awareness. This rally aimed to educate people about the necessity and importance of wearing helmets.

iRAD (Integrated Road Accident Database)

This is an initiative of the ministry of road transport and highways to deal with accidents efficiently and effectively and to prevent accidents in a well-organised manner.

FAQs About RTO Offices in Satara

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How to get a PUC certificate for your vehicle?

You have to take the emission tests for your car at an authorised centre. It involves an examination of the exhaust gas of your vehicle.

How long is the PUC certificate valid?

For newly registered cars, the PUC certificate is valid for a year, after which you will have to examine and get PUC certificates at regular intervals.

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

Once you apply for a new driving licence in Satara, the RTO authorities will ask you to appear for a driving test. If you pass the test, they will process your application, and you are likely to receive the physical copy of your licence within about 30 days.

Are there any exemptions for vehicles when it comes to paying road tax in Satara?

Currently, there are no vehicles exempted from paying road taxes in Satara. Previously, the state government had exempted school buses, but it does not apply any longer.

Is it mandatory to get an insurance policy for my vehicle in Satara?

Yes, the Motor Vehicles Act makes it mandatory for any vehicle owner to purchase a vehicle insurance policy in India. It should provide compensation for any third party damages that the vehicle causes during an accident. If RTOs of Satara find an uninsured vehicle, they can charge fines up to ₹2000, which increases to ₹4000 in case of repeated offence, along with a prison sentence of three months.