Vehicle Owner Details – RTO Vehicle Information

Accessing Vehicle Registration Certificate (RC) details in India is now straightforward. Through our platform you can check RC information using official website, ensuring you have accurate and reliable vehicle data at your Screen.

Check Vehicle Owner (RC) Details
Enter the vehicle number and get a quick link to the VAHAN portal.
This tool redirects you to the official VAHAN portal for full details. This site is a helper and is not operated by the government.

Vehicle Related Services

Vehicle registration (new/existing): schedule appointments, track applications, get duplicate registrations, update addresses, transfer ownership, manage hypothecation, and more.

Process to Get Vehicle Owner Details

There are three ways to find name and registration (RC) details of vehicle in India. Follow these Steps:

  • Through the V A H A N | National Register e-Services portal:

To access these services citizen can register on Vahan National Register Portal (e.g., https://vahan.parivahan.gov.in/nrservices/).

  • Via the Transport Department’s Official Application:

Get Vehicle owner details by using the official app, NextGen mParivahan.

  • Through SMS:

Send the vehicle number to service number you can get information via SMS.

Through the Vahan National Register Portal

The Transport Department has made it extremely simple to find the owner’s name using the vehicle number. Follow these easy steps:

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  • Log in page will appear use your mobile number and fill verification code click on Next. If you and not register on Parivahan Sewa Portal Then click on “Create Account”.

Note

Activate your mobile Number which you can use for registration because you can Receive OTP Code during registration.

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  • In Vahan NR e-services New User Registration page, enter you mobile number and email ID and fill out verifaction Code then click on Generate OTP.
  • Next, enter your name and password and click on “Save” Button.
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  • Your registration is successfully completed. Now, Login using mobile number.
  • RC Status page will open enter personal details such as Vehicle Number and Verification code.

Note

To avoid errors please enter a correct Vehicle Number to receive RC details.

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  • Click on “Vahan Search” to get Vehicle Owner’s details like RTO name, owner’s name, registration data, insurance details etc.
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You can also get the vehicle owner’s name by an SMS. You just need to type “VAHAN” vehicle’s registration no in your phone and sms it to “07738299899”. You’ll get an SMS with the owner’s name and related info.

Obtain Vehicle Details via mParivahan App

  • First, you need to download NextGen mParivahan app from the Play store and register yourself and login.
  • You will see a similar user interface as on the website. Click on “Informational Services”.
  • Later, Click on “RC Search” below.
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  • Type in the registration number of the car you want to check and then click search.
  • By doing this, you will see the name of the vehicle owner, model, engine number, chassis number and other registration details on your screen.

Obtain RTO Vehicle Information

You can check through the “Know Your Vehicle Details” on Parivahan Portal, which allows user to get information for any vehicle under an RTO. Follow the complete steps:

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  • Select your state and RTO then click on “Proceed”.
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  • Click on the “Services” in header and select “Additional Services” then click on “Know Your Vehicle Details.”
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  • Add vehicle registration number, chassis number and engine number.
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  • Fill out all information, click “Verify Details”.
  • Vehicle details is front of you print if needed these information is added in it:
DetailDescription
Vehicle Registration DateWhen the vehicle was officially registered with the RTO
Chassis NumberUnique identifier etched on the vehicle’s chassis
Engine NumberDistinct number assigned to the vehicle’s engine
Vehicle ClassCategory of the vehicle (e.g., two-wheeler, car, truck)
Fuel TypeFuel the vehicle operates on (e.g., petrol, diesel, electric)
Model NumberSpecific model identifier of the vehicle
Manufacturer NameCompany that produced the vehicle
Vehicle Fitness Validity DateDate until which the vehicle’s fitness certificate is valid
Pollution Control Certificate NumberUnique number on the PUC certificate for emission compliance
Motor Vehicle Tax Validity DateDeadline for the vehicle’s tax payment validity
Insurance DetailsInformation about the vehicle’s active insurance policy
Vehicle Emission StandardEmission norm the vehicle complies with (e.g., BS-IV, BS-VI)
Registration Certificate StatusCurrent standing of the vehicle’s RC (e.g., active, expired)

RC Print (Form 23)

To check vehicle documents, follow these steps:

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  • Click on “Download Document” and select “RC Print (Form 23)” from the option.
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  • Enter registration number, chassis number and engine number then click “Verify.” Vehicle details will appear.

Vehicle Number Details

In India, a specific format follows in Vehicle Registration Number that provide all information about vehicle such as state Regional Transport Office (RTO). We discuss four main parts in it:

1. State Code

First, two letters indicate the state or union territory where the vehicle is registered. Each state has a unique code in India.

Examples:

  • MH – Maharashtra
  • DL – Delhi
  • UP – Uttar Pradesh
  • KA – Karnataka

2. RTO Code

Second, two-digit code indicate the Regional Transport Office (RTO) where the vehicle is registered. This help us to know about city or district in state.

Examples:

  • MH 01 – Mumbai (Maharashtra)
  • DL 10 – West Delhi (Delhi)
  • UP 32 – Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh)
  • KA 03 – Bengaluru (Karnataka)

3. Unique Vehicle Registration Number (Serial Number)

Third, four-digit unique number indicate a vehicle distinct identity.

Example:

  • MH 01 AB 1234 – “1234” is the unique registration number.

4. Alphabet Code

Foruth, a two-letter alphabet code is helping to make serial number more unique in RTO.

Example:

  • MH 01 AB 1234 – “AB” is the alphabet code.

Example of a Vehicle Number:
MH 01 AB 1234

  • DL – Dehli (State Code)
  • 01 – Mumbai RTO (RTO Code)
  • AB – Alphabet Code
  • 1234 – Unique Vehicle Registration Number

Common State Codes for Indian States and Union Territories

All Indian states and union territories state codes used in vehicle registration numbers is included in this table.

This list is based on standard RTO codes in India. these code use as first part (e.g., MH for Maharashtra) of vehicle registration number.

State/Union TerritoryCode
MaharashtraMH
DelhiDL
Uttar PradeshUP
KarnatakaKA
Tamil NaduTN
RajasthanRJ
GujaratGJ
Madhya PradeshMP
BiharBR
PunjabPB
West BengalWB
AssamAS
KeralaKL
Andhra PradeshAP
TelanganaTS
OdishaOD
JharkhandJH
ChhattisgarhCG
HaryanaHR
Himachal PradeshHP
UttarakhandUK
GoaGA
Arunachal PradeshAR
ManipurMN
MeghalayaML
MizoramMZ
NagalandNL
SikkimSK
TripuraTR
Andaman and Nicobar IslandsAN
ChandigarhCH
Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Daman and DiuDD
Jammu and KashmirJK
LadakhLA
LakshadweepLD
PuducherryPY

FAQs

What should I do if the RC details are incorrect?

Take Vehicle number and other document (like ID proof, insurance papers) and go to local RTO office.

How can I check RC details without the chassis or engine number?

Online process: Login to Parivahan portal or mParivahan app and enter vehicle registration number. Offline process: Type “VAHAN” in your SMS and send on 07738299899.

How do I update RC details after ownership transfer?

Online process: Visit the Parivahan portal, go to “Vehicle Related Services” choose your state/RTO and attach document (Form 29, 30, NOC etc.). Offline process: Visit your local RTO with documents.

Is there a fee to check RC details online?

No, its free to check RC details on Parivahan Portal or mParivahan app. Other services like tranfers or corrections may have fees

Can I check RC details for a vehicle registered in another state?

Yes, enter Vehicle registration number on Parivahan sewa portal and check RC details of any vehicle in India.