Jaunpur RTO Office

Jaunpur is a city in the Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh. It is the district headquarters which has 2 Lok Sabha and 9 Vidhan Sabha constituencies. In this city, it is mandatory to register one's vehicle at Jaunpur Regional Transport Offices (RTOs) under the Motor Vehicles Act, of 1988. RTOs play a crucial role in maintaining and monitoring a seamless flow of traffic.

Read on to know more about Jaunpur’s RTO UP-62.

UP-62 Jaunpur RTO Office

RTO Code	UP-62
Office Address	Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh - 222001
Office Timings	09:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Phone Number	NIL

Functions of RTO Offices in Jaunpur

Jaunpur RTO is responsible for the following functions.

Issuing learner's licence and permanent licence
Issuing registration of vehicles
Providing duplicate registration, duplicate licence, hypothecation certificate
Renewing driving licence and registration certificate
Promotion of road safety
Road tax collection
Reform and initiate new rules
Charging penalties against breaking traffic rules
Issuing special permits for vehicle authorisation
Regulation of driving schools

Types of Driving Licences Issued in Jaunpur RTO

There are several types of driving licences that Jaunpur RTO issues. Here is a list of some of these:

Heavy Goods Motor Vehicle Licence
Heavy Trailer Licence (For people already possessing heavy motor licence)
Light Motor Vehicle Licence (Non-transport, commercial)
Light Motor Vehicle Licence (Motorcycle with engine capacity of more than 50cc and with gear)
Two-wheeler Licence (Less than 50cc engine capacity)

Types of Vehicle Registration in Jaunpur

Jaunpur RTO provides two types of vehicle registration:

Permanent registration
Temporary Registration

After successful registration one will get the number for the number plate of his or her vehicle.

Vehicle Registration Charges in Jaunpur

In Jaunpur there are various types of charges related to the registration of a vehicle. Here is a short list of car registration charges:

Registration charges: ₹600
Number plate charges: ₹230 - ₹400
FasTag charges: ₹600
Temporary registration charges: ₹1200 - ₹1500

Road Tax in Jaunpur

UP road tax depends on the type and subtype of vehicles. Jaunpur follows a similar system. Here is a short list:

For Two-wheelers

Two-wheeler costing below ₹0.20 – 2% of their price
Two-wheeler costing over ₹0.20 lakh and up to ₹0.60 lakh – 4% of their price

For Four-wheelers

Cars costing below ₹6.00 lakh – 3% of their price
Cars costing between ₹6.00 lakh and 10.00 lakh – 6% of their price
Vehicles with loading capacity below 1 ton - ₹665
Vehicles with loading capacity above 1 ton and below 2 tons - ₹940

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

There are drastic changes done to the traffic violation fines as per The Motor Vehicles Act, 2019. Currently, the RTO of Jaunpur follows the standards of Uttar Pradesh traffic fines. Here is a short list to provide some idea about the consequences of not abiding by the safety rules in Jaunpur:

General offence: ₹500 (first time), ₹1500 (second time)
Over speeding: ₹1000 -2000 (light motor vehicle), ₹2000-4000 (medium weight passenger/goods vehicle)
Drunk driving: ₹10000 (first time), ₹15000 and imprisonment (second time)
Overloading the vehicle: ₹20000
Usage of horn in silent zones: ₹2000 (first time), ₹4000 (second time)

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

Yes, it is mandatory to have a motor insurance when driving a vehicle in Jaunpur. In addition, one should have third-party insurance before taking the vehicle to public roads in Jaunpur. There is a fine of ₹1000 and/or imprisonment (up to 3 months) for driving a vehicle without one.

Faceless Service Process Flow in Jaunpur RTO Offices

If one is registered, one can avail of several services mentioned below without visiting the Jaunpur RTO office:

Obtaining a new learner driving licence
Getting a new driving licence
Change of address in driving licence
Getting an international driving licence
Obtaining conductor licence

Recent Traffic Events in Jaunpur

Overall traffic in Jaunpur is flowing smoothly; however, there are reports of some fatal accidents in October and December 2022. In October there was a bus accident that resulted in a woman's death and 5 others suffering injuries and in December there was a report of 2 school kid's deaths due to the overturning of a bus.

Road Safety Campaigns in Jaunpur

Currently, there are a large number of four-wheelers and two-wheelers in this district, which has a massive impact on the city's traffic system. To ensure that there are fewer accidents on the road, the government is running various campaigns to make people aware of traffic dos and don’ts. The state of UP has also conducted a month-long campaign on road safety from January to February 2023.

FAQs About RTO Offices in Jaunpur

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Who is the head of RTO in Jaunpur?

Mr Dayasankar Singh is currently in charge of the activities of the RTOs in Jaunpur.

What is the current road tax in Jaunpur?

As per the instruction of the state government, the current road tax is between 2% to 9% of the vehicle's price. The tax increases depending on the price and load-bearing capacity.

What is the validity of RC in Jaunpur?

The validity is 15 years and it can be renewed for 5 years.

Which are the alphabets excluded from the RTO series?

Alphabet "0" and "i" are excluded as they can often create confusion with numbers like 1 and 0.

Are Hypothecation services available online?

Yes. The respective steps of addition, deletion, or continuation of hypothecation are all available online and can be opted according to what suits one’s situation.