RTO Siddharth Nagar

Siddharth Nagar, popularly known as Naugarh, is a town in Uttar Pradesh with a moderate population. According to a section of historians, Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha) spent the initial portion of his life in this region.

Presently, rice farming contributes as a major revenue source in this district. There is only one RTO office in this region bearing the code UP-55. It is entrusted with all the administrative duties related to transport laws and vehicle safety.

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UP-55 Siddharth Nagar RTO Office

RTO Code	UP-55
Office Address	Siddharth Nagar, Uttar Pradesh
Office Timings	09:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Phone Number	NIL

Functions of RTO Offices in Siddharth Nagar

You can get these facilities upon visiting the RTO office in Siddharth Nagar:

Motor vehicle registration
Issuance and renewal of driving licence
Dispensation of learner’s licence
Road tax collection
Issuance of various types of motor vehicle permits
Vehicle inspection and disbursal of fit certificates
Updating information in vehicle registration certificates and DLs
Regulating acts of motor training schools and giving them permits
Spreading awareness of road safety rules

Types of Driving Licences Issued in Siddharth Nagar RTO

These are the various types of driving licence issued by the employees working at the UP-55 RTO office:

Commercial Driving Licence
International Driving License
Permanent Licence
Learner’s Licence

Types of Vehicle Registration in Siddharth Nagar

The Regional Transport Office in Siddharth Nagar is entrusted to provide these two types of vehicle registration certificates:

Temporary registration
Permanent registration

You are asked to fill out all details in Form 20 when you apply for a vehicle registration certificate. While applying, you should provide Forms 21 and 22 to the RTO officials to guarantee roadworthiness and declare the ownership status of a vehicle.

Different Types of Number Plates Issued in Siddharth Nagar RTOs

vehicle's usage purpose. These are the different types of number plates assigned to new vehicles:

White number plate
Yellow number plate
Red number plate
Green number plate
Blue number plate
Black number plate
Red number plate with the emblem of India
Number plate with an upward arrow

Vehicle Registration Charges in Siddharth Nagar

To get a vehicle registration certificate upon buying a new car or two-wheeler, these are a few fees you have to pay the UP Government:

For permanent registration: ₹600
For temporary registration: ₹1,200 - ₹1,500
For issuing a number plate: ₹230 - ₹400
FasTag charges: ₹500
Hypothecation charges: ₹1,500 (this fee is applicable if you buy a vehicle on loan)

A vehicle RC book remains valid for 15 years starting from the registration date. Besides these charges, you will also need to pay a road tax which depends on rates fixed by the respective state transport authority.

Road Tax in Siddharth Nagar

The RTO office in Siddharth Nagar collects road taxes from all registered vehicles in this region. Here, tax is calculated as per Uttar Pradesh road tax structure:

For two-wheelers:

Moped with an unladen weight of less than 90.72 kg: ₹150
Cost ₹0.20 lakh: 2% of the cost
Priced between ₹0.20 lakh and ₹0.60 lakh: 4% of its price
Priced over ₹0.60 lakh and up to ₹2.00 lakh: 6% of its price
Value exceeding ₹2.00 lakh: 8% of its cost

For four-wheelers:

Cost ₹6.00 lakh and less: 3% of its value
Valued between ₹6.00 lakh and ₹10.00 lakh: 6% of its value
Priced over ₹10.00 lakh and up to ₹20.00 lakh: 8% of its price
Surpassing ₹20.00 lakh: 9% of its cost

For commercial vehicles (as per the loading capacity):

Less than 1 ton: ₹665.00
Between 1 ton and 2 ton: ₹940.00
From 2 ton to 4 ton: ₹1430.00
Between 4 ton and 6 ton: ₹1915.00
Within a range of 6 ton to 8 ton: ₹2375.00
Above 8 ton and below 9 ton: ₹2865.00
From 9 ton to 10 ton: ₹3320.00
More than 10 ton: ₹3320.00 + ₹470 per supplemental ton

What If You Don’t Follow Traffic Rules in Siddharth Nagar?

The state government revised all the traffic fines guidelines in Uttar Pradesh in September 2019. Therefore, you should be aware of the most recent penalties:

Overspeeding: ₹1,000 - ₹2,000 for LMVs, along with licence seizure
Juvenile Offences: ₹25,000 with 3 years imprisonment
Driving Without a Licence (for Aggregators): ₹25,000 to ₹1 Lakh
Riding Without a Helmet: ₹1,000 or licence disqualification
Blocking Emergency Service Providing Vehicles: ₹10,000

Many of these offences, if committed, will force you to visit the court to settle your challan. Moreover, if you keep delaying such payments, you will keep receiving legal warnings from the local police station that has filed the complaint.

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

For every resident in Siddharth Nagar and other towns of India, it is mandatory to have a motor insurance vehicle insurance policy to drive on the streets lawfully. Nowadays, you can install the mParivahan app and store the softcopy of these documents within it instead of carrying the original insurance copy physically everywhere.

Explore Insurance Coverage for Your Vehicle

Car Insurance

Truck Insurance

Commercial Vehicle Insurance

Two Wheeler Insurance

Recent Traffic Events in Siddharth Nagar

Last year, a horrifying accident took the life of eight innocent citizens after a car smashed straight into a trailer. This incident shocked the commuters travelling daily along the Naugarh-Bansi Road, as the area was typically a safe zone in the perspective of road accidents. Following this major mishap, the Siddharth Nagar RTO decided to collaborate with the area's traffic police personnel to enforce law and order strictly on the local citizens.

Faceless Service Process Flow in Siddharth Nagar RTO Offices

Vehicle owners in Siddharth Nagar are now eligible to enjoy the following RTO services from their homes using digital means:

Acquiring a secondary vehicle registration certificate
Securing a NOC for changing the location in the RC book
Renewing a licence
Changing the address on the licence

Road Safety Campaigns in Siddharth Nagar

Road Safety Month was observed in Siddharth Nagar from January 5 to February 4, 2023. During this time, the UP-55 RTO prioritised the following initiatives:

Spreading awareness on road signs
Discussing how to drive while being aware of existing road conditions
Stressing the potential dangers of drunk driving

FAQs About RTO Offices in Siddharth Nagar

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How to get a learner’s licence in Siddharth Nagar?

You have to fill in the details in the application form available on the official website of the UP transport authorities. Next, you need to pay the fee online and book a slot at your nearest RTO office (UP-55).

What are the age parameters to receive a learner's licence in Siddharth Nagar?

A 16 year old individual may receive a learner’s licence for gearless two wheeler vehicles. To get learner’s licence for geared two wheelers and four wheeler vehicles, a person has to be at least 18 years old.

How to prepare for the learner’s licence exam?

You will find the questions asked in the test online by visiting the official PARIVAHAN website. Once familiar with the answers, practise them by taking several mock tests. Also, try to implement and observe the rules diligently while practising driving on roads.

Can I travel with a temporary number plate in Siddharth Nagar?

A temporary number plate comes with a maximum validity of 30 days. During this period, you may travel around Sidhharth Nagar. However, you will have to obtain a permanent number plate before the validity of the temporary number plate expires. Failure to do so may incur penalty.

How many days is a RC of non-transport vehicle in Siddharth Nagar valid?

RC of a private vehicle in Siddharth Nagar is valid for 15 years from the original date of issuance. After 15 years, you can renew the RC for 5 years.