Looking for documents required for RC transfer? When you sell car, bike, or any vehicle in India, you must transfer registration certificate (RC) to the new owner. It is a legal process that applies to all types if vehicle transfers i.e. sale, inheritance, auction, or between states. There are different documents required for RC transfer based on transfer scenarios. The blog covers all details about documents required for RC transfer in India,
When to Transfer Vehicle Ownership
You must transfer RC in the following situations:
- Normal Sale: When vehicle is sold, the buyer’s name replaces the seller’s name in the registration.
- On Death of Owner: When the registered owner dies, the vehicle goes to the legal heir. The person must inform the RTO within 30 days and apply for transfer within 3 months.
- Public Auction: If a vehicle is bought in an auction, the new buyer must apply for RC transfer within 30 days.
Documents Required for RC Transfer in case of Normal Sale
Following are the documents required for RC transfer:
- Original RC
- 2 copies of Form 29 (signed)
- 2 copies of Form 30 (signed)
- Valid insurance copy
- Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate
- Address proof of buyer (voter ID, passport, electricity bill, Aadhaar, etc.)
- Affidavit on plain paper by both buyer and seller
Additional documents for Interstate transfer:
- No objection certificate (NOC) from previous RTO or
- Copy of application for NOC and postal receipt if NOC not received
Forms Required
- Form 29 (by seller)
- Form 30 (by buyer)
If Vehicle purchased on Loan
Following are additional documents required for RC transfer for hypothecated vehicle:
- All documents listed above for normal sale
- 2 copies of Form 35
- NOC from bank/financier (loan closure proof)
- Additional residential proof (any two documents)
RC transfer documents required on death of vehicle owner
Following are the documents required for RC transfer in case of vehicle owner dealth:
- Original RC
- Valid insurance certificate
- Death certificate of vehicle owner
- PUC certificate
- Form 31
- PAN card of legal heir or Form 60
- Chassis and engine pencil print
- Address proof of heir
- Date of birth proof of heir
- Passport size photo of heir
- Proof of succession (legal heir certificate, etc.)
- Signature ID of seller or declarant
- Form 20 (vehicle verification)
- Declaration by applicant and all legal heirs
Documents required for RC Transfer after Public Auction
Following are the documents required for RC Transfer after public auction:
- Original RC book
- Valid insurance certificate
- PUC certificate
- Form 32
- PAN card of buyer or Form 60
- Chassis and engine pencil print
- Address proof of buyer
- Date of birth proof of buyer
- Passport-size photo of buyer
- Buyer’s undertaking
- Certified auction order
- Government order approving auction
RC Transfer Process
Transfer Within Same State
- Visit your local RTO (Regional Transport Office) with the buyer
- Submit application and documents at the RTO
- If the vehicle has a loan, terminate hypothecation (HP) at the parent RTO
- After HP termination, submit the ownership transfer application at the same RTO or buyer’s RTO
- Pay RC transfer fees at RTO
- Processing of application at RTO
- RC transfer done in the name of buyer
- Collect RC from RTO
Interstate RC Transfer
- If the vehicle is registered in another state, following are the steps:
- Get NOC from the original RTO
- Re register the vehicle in your state and pay road tax
- Apply for RC transfer in your name in your state
Fees for RC Transfer
Below are the fees for RC transfer based on vehicle type:
| Vehicle Type | RC Transfer Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| Motorcycle | 150 |
| Invalid Carriage | 25 |
| Three-wheeler / Quadricycle / LMV (Non-Transport) | 300 |
| Three-wheeler / LMV (Transport) | 500 |
| Medium Goods Vehicle | 500 |
| Medium Passenger Vehicle | 500 |
| Heavy Goods Vehicle | 750 |
| Heavy Passenger Vehicle | 750 |
| Imported Motor Vehicle | 2500 |
| Imported Motorcycle | 1250 |
| Any Other Vehicle | 1500 |
Re-Registration of Vehicle after 15 Years
FAQs
How long does RC transfer take in India?
RC transfer in India varies based on the specific RTO (Regional Transport Office) . The process of rc transfer takes 30-45 days in India.
Is local address proof mandatory for RC transfer?
Yes, local address proof is mandatory for RC transfer.
Can RC transfer be done online?
Yes. you can submit RC transfer application form online but you need to visit RTO for document verification .
How can I check RC transfer status?
You can track RC transfer status online using the Parivahan using your vehicle registration number.
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