RTO Bihar Overview - Key Roles of RTO Bihar (RTO CODE IN BIHAR)

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RTO Bihar Overview

With a population exceeding 12 crore and over 8.5 million registered vehicles, Bihar has established a comprehensive Regional Transport Office (RTO) system to manage its transport needs. The state has 39 RTOs working to enforce the Motor Vehicles Act, offering both offline and online services.

Website for Online Services: Bihar Transport Department

Key Roles of RTO Bihar

1. Issuance of Documents:

   • Driving licenses
   • Vehicle permits
   • Registration certificates (permanent and temporary)

2. Regulation and Enforcement:

   • Pollution checks
   • Road safety projects
   • Collection of motor vehicle and road taxes

3. Vehicle Inspection:

   • Mechanical fitness
   • Pollution control

4. Traffic Management:

   • Supervision of traffic amenities
   • Traffic direction during major events

5. Commercial Vehicle Permits:

   • Interstate and national permits

List of RTO Codes in Bihar

District/Location	RTO Code
Patna	BR01
Gaya	BR02
Bhojpur	BR03
Chapra	BR04
Motihari	BR05
Muzaffarpur	BR06
Darbhanga	BR07
Munger	BR08
Begusarai	BR09
Bhagalpur	BR10
Purnea	BR11
Saharsa	BR19
Nalanda	BR21
Bettiah	BR22
Dehri	BR24
Jehanabad	BR25
Aurangabad	BR26
Nawada	BR27
Gopalganj	BR28
Siwan	BR29

Services Offered

• Vehicle Registration:

  • Permanent and temporary registration
  • Ownership transfer
  • NOC issuance

• Driving Licenses:

  • Issuance and renewal
  • Commercial and non-commercial

• Road Safety and Pollution Control:

  • Execution of safety projects
  • Pollution checks

• Traffic Management:

  • Provision and maintenance of traffic amenities

• Tax Collection:

  • Motor vehicle and road tax

Vehicle Registration in Bihar

Types of Registration:

1. Temporary Registration:

   • Issued by the vehicle dealer
   • Valid for a limited period

2. Permanent Registration:

   • Valid for 15 years
   • Apply online at Bihar Transport Department

Documents Required:

• Form 20, 21, and 22A
• NOC from financer (if applicable)
• Passport-size photographs
• Form 34 (if loan hypothecation)
• Form 60 or PAN card
• Insurance certificate
• STA design approval (if applicable)
• Customs clearance (if imported)
• Sale certificate (if applicable)

Registration Fees:

Service	Charges
New Registration	Rs. 60 - Rs. 800
Renewal of Registration	Rs. 360 (two-wheeler) and Rs. 500 (four-wheeler)

Applying for a Driving License Online

1. Visit Parivahan
2. Select 'Driving License Related Services'
3. Choose Bihar from the state menu
4. Click ‘Apply Online’ and select a new driver's license
5. Enter your learner’s permit number and date of birth
6. Fill out the form and upload documents
7. Pay the fee and obtain a unique application number
8. Visit the nearest RTO to submit original documents and schedule a driving test
9. Attend the driving test and await your license (usually within 3-4 weeks)

Documents Required for DL Application:

• Proof of Age and Address
• Learner’s License
• Application Form 4
• 3 passport-size photographs
• Driving school certificate (for commercial vehicles)
• Application Form 5 (for commercial license)

Fees for Driver’s License:

Service	Charges
International Driver's License	Rs. 500
Driving License Test	Rs. 50
Driving License Fee	Rs. 200
Duplicate License	Rs. 200
Renewal of Driver's License	Rs. 300

Contact Details

Address: Transport Commissioner, Bihar
Vishwesaraiya Bhawan, Bailey Road, Patna - 800 015, Patna, Bihar - 800001

Telephone: 0612-223333.