RTO Hyderabad

The concept of RTO was introduced in India under section 213 of the Motor Vehicles Act 1988 and consequently was Hyderabad RTO found to implement the MV act’s rules and regulations across the city. The department is listed under the Telangana Transport Department

Telangana Transport Department offers different services for the welfare of road transport and safety, such as the issuance of licences, registrations of vehicles, issuance of permits, etc.

Official Website of RTO Hyderabad: http://transport.telangana.gov.in/

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TS-09 RTO Office Hyderabad - JTC

RTO Code	TS-09
Office Address	JTC, Hyderabad, D.No.6-3-646, Opp. Eenadu Office, Khairtabad, Somajiguda, Hyderabad, Telangana - 500 082
Office Timings	10:00AM-5:00PM
Phone Number	91-40-23311269

TS-10 RTO Office Hyderabad - North Zone

RTO Code	TS-10
Office Address	Main Road, Trimalghery, Secunderabad, Telangana - 500 015
Office Timings	10:30AM-2:00PM
Phone Number	91-40-23311269

TS-11 RTO Office Hyderabad - East Zone

RTO Code	TS-11
Office Address	D.No.16-11-16/U/52, Street - West Prakashnagar, RTA East Zone Moosarambagh, Malakpet, Hyderabad, Telangana - 500 036
Office Timings	10:30AM-1:30PM
Phone Number	91-40-23311269

TS-12 RTO Office Hyderabad - South Zone

RTO Code	TS-12
Office Address	D.No.19-5-28/3/13, Street: Kishanbagh, Hyderabad, Telangana - 500 064
Office Timings	9:30AM-5:30PM
Phone Number	91-40-23311269

TS-13 RTO Office Hyderabad - West Zone

RTO Code	TS-13
Office Address	D.No.9-4-86/41, Street: Salarjung Colony, Tolichowki, Mehdipatnam, Hyderabad, Telangana - 500 008
Office Timings	10AM-5PM
Phone Number	91-40-23311269

TS-14 RTO Office Hyderabad

RTO Code	TS-14
Office Address	Hyderabad, Telangana
Office Timings	10AM-5PM
Phone Number	91-40-23311269

AP-09 Hyderabad RTO Office

RTO Code	AP-09
Office Address	Khairatabad, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh - 500022
Office Timings	09:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Phone Number	NIL

AP-13 Hyderabad West RTO Office

RTO Code	AP-13
Office Address	Tolichowki, Hyderabad, Telangana - 500008
Office Timings	09:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Phone Number	NIL

AP-10 Hyderabad North RTO Office

RTO Code	AP-10
Office Address	Secunderabad, Hyderabad, Telangana - 500003
Office Timings	09:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Phone Number	NIL

AP-14 Hyderabad RTO Office

RTO Code	AP-14
Office Address	Hyderabad, Telangana
Office Timings	09:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Phone Number	NIL

AP-12 Hyderabad South RTO Office

RTO Code	AP-12
Office Address	Kisanbagh, Hyderabad, Telangana - 500064
Office Timings	09:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Phone Number	NIL

AP-11 Hyderabad East RTO Office

RTO Code	AP-11
Office Address	Malakpet, Hyderabad, Telangana - 500036
Office Timings	09:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Phone Number	NIL

Functions of RTO Offices in Hyderabad

Nationwide, the functions of RTO office remains the same as under the MV Act, 1988. Mentioned below are the functions of RTO Hyderabad:

Issuance of different types of driving licence like a learner, permanent, renewal, duplicate, additions of class licence and international driving permit, etc.
Registration certificate and its related services, namely Trade Certificate, Temporary Registration, Permanent Registration, Renewal, Duplicate, Ownership Transfer,
Permits that includes Issuance of permits, renewal of permits and issuance of duplicate permits to Auto rickshaw, Motor Cab, Luxury Cabs, among others
Collection of Quarterly Tax, Life Time Tax, Green Tax, Countersignature Tax, Short Term Tax, Composite Tax, Border Tax and looking into Tax Exemptions
Issuance of fitness certificates to commercial and personal vehicles
Collecting fees and penalties

Types of Driving Licence issued in RTO Hyderabad

The RTO Hyderabad issues DL and permits for broadly six types of vehicles listed hereunder:

Motorcycle with an engine capacity of up-to 50cc: Applicant must be 16 or above years of age and should have the consent of his guardian or parents along with the required documents
Motorcycles with gear: Applicant must be 18 years of age or above with valid required documents. These are Light Motor Vehicles used for private, commercial or transport.
Two-wheelers without gear: Issued for mopeds or two-wheelers without gear
Heavy commercial vehicle: Applicant must be 8th standard qualified and over or equal to 18 years of age with driving training certificate from registered school under state government
Driving Licence for road rollers, trailers, dozers, cranes, among others
Personal Four-wheeler: Applicant must be 18 years of age or above with valid required documents
Commercial Four wheeler: Applicant must be 8th standard qualified and over or equal to 18 years of age with proper driving/ training certificate

Note: Cab and Auto Rickshaw drivers do not need a separate commercial driving licence to operate. Their personal LMV licence is enough to fulfil the legal mandates.

Types of Vehicle Registration in RTO Hyderabad

The two types of vehicle registration offered in RTO Hyderabad are:

Temporary Vehicle Registration: Issued by the vehicle dealer at the sale of any new vehicle to the customer with a validity of 7 days, extension permissible up to one month
Permanent Vehicle Registration: Issued by RTO and serves as permanent registration certificate

Vehicle Registration Charges in Hyderabad

Here are all the vehicle registration charges charged by the RTO offices in Hyderabad:

Invalid Carriage: ₹50
New Registration of Motorcycle: ₹300
Registration Renewal of Motorcycle: ₹1000
New Registration of Three-Wheeler: ₹600
Registration Renewal of Three-Wheeler: ₹2500
New Registration of Light Motor Vehicle: ₹600
Registration Renewal of Light Motor Vehicle: ₹5000
New Registration of Medium Goods Vehicle: ₹1000
New Registration of Heavy Goods Vehicle: ₹1500
New Registration of Two-Wheeled Imported Motor Vehicle: ₹2500
Registration Renewal of Two-Wheeled Imported Motor Vehicle: ₹10000
New Registration of Four-Wheeled Imported Motor Vehicle: ₹5000
Registration Renewal of Four-Wheeled Imported Motor Vehicle: ₹40000
New Registration of Any Other Vehicle (Not Mentioned Above): ₹3000
Registration Renewal of Any Other Vehicle (Not Mentioned Above): ₹6000

Road Tax in Hyderabad

Road tax for vehicles in Hyderabad depends on the age of the vehicle. Here is a list of the vehicle Telangana road tax applicable in Hyderabad:

Newly Registered Two-Wheeler Road Tax: 9% of the vehicle’s valuation
Old Two-Wheeler Road Tax (Depending Upon Age): 1% to 8% of the vehicle’s valuation
Newly Registered Four-Wheeler Road Tax: 12% of the valuation for cars within ₹10 lakhs and 14% of the valuation for cars more than ₹10 lakhs
Old Two-Wheeler Road Tax (Depending Upon the Age and the Price of the Vehicle): 5.5% to 13% of the vehicle’s valuation
Newly Registered Commercial Vehicle Road Tax: 7.5% of the vehicle’s valuation
Old Commercial Vehicle Road Tax (Depending Upon Age): 4% to 6.5% of the vehicle’s valuation

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

It is a must to follow all the traffic rules in Hyderabad. The rule applies to all riders and drivers throughout the country. If you violate any of these traffic rules in Hyderabad, you will be subjected to a fine. Other than the fines it can also lead to imprisonment up to a year. Here are all the important traffic fines in Hyderabad you need to keep in mind while driving.

Driving a Motor Vehicle Without a Licence: ₹500
No Entry Violation: ₹200
U-Turn Violation: ₹200
Dangerous Driving: ₹1000
Driving Without a Valid Vehicle Registration: ₹2000
Riding A Bike Without a Helmet: ₹200
Stop Line Violation: ₹200
Disobeying a Police Officer: ₹200
Signal Jumping Violation: ₹1000
Using Mobile Phones While Driving a Vehicle: ₹1000
Invalid PUC Certificate: ₹1000
Overloading Goods Vehicle: ₹200
Over-Speeding: ₹1400

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

Yes, it is mandatory to have motor insurance while driving any motor vehicle insurance. If your comprehensive insurance has expired, you should at least have third-party insurance. Driving without valid vehicle insurance can lead to hefty fines. You will have to pay ₹1000 as a fine if you are unable to produce insurance.

Recent Traffic Events in Hyderabad

According to a recent report, traffic movement at the NTR Marg and Hussain Sagar Lake was restricted due to the inauguration of the new State Secretariat in Hyderabad. Many routes were blocked and diverted in the city to avoid congestion on a particular road.

In another instance, according to the news, several traffic restrictions were imposed from December 9–11 in Hyderabad due to the Formula E Race Weekend. The Hyderabad police requested all citizens to plan their journey properly before leaving.

Road Safety Campaigns in Hyderabad

Based on a news report, the Hyderabad Traffic Police launched a drive for Telangana State Road Transport Corporation buses and heavy vehicles. The police thought it was needed because of the increasing number of violations and fatal accidents from last year.

FAQs About RTO Offices in Hyderabad

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How many RTOs are there in Hyderabad City?

In total, there are five RTOs in Hyderabad City: Hyderabad Central Zone, North Zone, East Zone, South Zone, and West Zone.

How to renew driving licences in Hyderabad online?

To renew driving licences in Hyderabad, visit the RTO Telangana official website then select the “Renewal of Licence” from the Driving Licence section. After that click on “Continue Slot Booking”, to book your driving licence renewal slot.

What is the grace period for the renewal of a Driving Licence in Hyderabad?

Licence holders get a grace period of 30 days after the expiration of their driving licence. Once your licence expires you need to renew your licence.

How much does the RC transfer cost in Hyderabad

The cost of an RC transfer in Hyderabad is ₹550. The fees include the transfer of ownership, a smart card fee and the postal fee of ₹50.

What is the green tax in Hyderabad?

The State of Telangana levies a Green Tax on older motor vehicles. If your bikes and cars are older than 15 years, you have to pay an annual Green Tax between ₹1000 and ₹5000.