Key Highlights

RTO Bhagalpur has a code BR-10. It deals with transport-related services and provides smooth functioning of roads along with safety.
RTO Bhagalpur issues registration certificates, driving licenses, collects road taxes, and imposes penalties. The control of road safety and legal compliance is under their department.
For certificates and licences, a small fee is charged. Driving without these essential documents can lead to far greater penalties.

The Regional Transport Office in Bhagalpur is responsible for all the goods and the bads happening in the transport services in the district. It has control over who can drive on the roads and what vehicles can be present. Let’s know more about it in the blog.

The Regional Transport Office in Bhagalpur has the code: BR-10. All the transport services in the district come under the jurisdiction of RTO Bhagalpur. It also deals with the issuance of important documents like registration certificates, driving licenses, permits and more legal documents. If the RTO Bhagalpur does not grant you a driving license or does not give a medical fitness certificate for the vehicle, then that means you and your vehicle will cause issues on the roads of Bhagalpur.

List of RTO Offices in Bihar (including Bhagalpur)

Bhagalpur is the known ‘Silk City’ of Bihar. The Regional Transport Office (RTO) in Bhagalpur operates under the State Transport Department of Bihar. The code for RTO Bhagalpur is BR-10. The head office address is 7X2Q+HH3, Adampur, Bhagalpur, Bihar 812001. The office timings are from 09:30 AM to 06:30 PM. You can call 6202751034 for any information or query.

Functions of RTO Bhagalpur

The RTO Bhagalpur performs functions which are similar to those of other RTOs in India. Some of the major functions are:

Vehicle Registration & Licensing

• Issuing new vehicle registration certificates (RC)

• Renewal of registration / RC extensions

• Transfer of vehicle ownership

• Issuance of duplicate RCs / amendments (e.g. address change)
Driving Licence Services

• Learner’s licence issuance

• Permanent driving licence issuance

• Renewal, duplicate, or modifications of licences
Road Tax / Permit Management

• Collection of state road tax

• Issuance of permits for transport vehicles (goods/passenger)
Pollution / Emission Control
• Monitoring and enforcing PUC (Pollution Under Control) certificates
Compliance & Enforcement

• Enforcement of the Motor Vehicles Act rules in its jurisdiction

• Inspection of vehicles

• Imposing penalties/fines for violations
Data / Record Maintenance

• Maintain database of registered vehicles, licences, owner history, etc.

The Motor Vehicles Act, which was released in 1988, clearly states the functions of an RTO with respect to the state and the country.

Vehicle Registration Process at RTO Bhagalpur

As per the rules under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, vehicle registration can be done online via the Parivahan portal. Follow the following steps for each case:

Visit the official Government of Bihar and scroll to the bottom.
Under the Departments section (blue colour), click on the Transport option, which is present at the bottom of the fourth row.
Now you are facing the official Transport Department portal of Bihar.
Scroll down until you see the Online Services section in green colour.
Click on the RC Services option, which is the second option in this section.
The page that you will be viewing now is the Parivahan portal. There, take your cursor to the Apply for New Registration tab, which is the fourth one in blue colour.
Now, select the option that best suits your situation. These are the options:
1. ‘For NOC Issued Vehicle’: Your vehicle should be issued by NOC, and you must have your Vehicle Registration Number.
2. ‘For Temporary Registered Issued Vehicle’: If your vehicle is temporarily issued and you have the Temporary Registered Number, click on this option.
Fill the registration application form, mainly Form 20.
Upload required documents.
Pay fees and taxes online.
Book an inspection slot/appointment at your local RTO.
Visit the RTO for vehicle inspection & verification with originals.
RC / registration certificate is issued.

You will receive your RC via post, so please answer all the calls. You can also visit the RTO Bhagalpur with all the documents and identity proofs. Pay fees and get your vehicle inspected there only.

Documents Required for Vehicle Registration in Bhagalpur

Without proper documents, you cannot issue an RC either online or offline. So, here are the documents that you would need:

Document	Condition
Application in Form 20	For registration of a new vehicle.
Form 21 (Sales Certificate from dealer/manufacturer)	Invoice/purchase document.
Roadworthiness certificate (Form 22 / 22A or manufacturer’s certificate)	For a new vehicle. It ensured that your vehicle is safe on the roads.
Insurance certificate	Vehicle must be insured before registration.
Proof of identity (e.g. Aadhar, voter ID, etc.)	Standard KYC documents.
Proof of address	Utility bills, etc.
Passport-size photographs	For RC and registration forms.
Temporary registration certificate (if vehicle has a temporary RC)	If issued by a dealer before permanent registration.
PAN card or Form 60/61 (if applicable)	For high-value vehicles, to verify identity/income/tax.

You can download each of the forms online, print them, fill them out, and then submit them. You can also directly ask for these forms at the RTO Bhagalpur.

RTO Bhagalpur Charges for Vehicle Registration

For different vehicles (based on type, age, etc), fees for vehicle registration are decided. The basic fee structure is given in the table below.

Vehicle Type	Registration Fee (Permanent RC)
Two-wheeler (bike, scooter, etc.)	₹300
Four-wheeler (private car / light motor vehicle)	₹600
Medium goods/passenger vehicle	₹1,000
Heavy goods / heavy vehicles	₹1,500

Other than these charges, you will have to pay road tax, ₹200 for the smart card format. Road tax can vary greatly, so always carry cash with you, in case UPI does not work.

How to Get a Driving Licence in Bhagalpur?

You need to have a driver's license to be legally qualified to be on the roads with your vehicle. You can issue a driving licence, both online and offline. The table below briefly explains the steps involved in both modes:

Mode

Steps

Online

Go to the Parivahan site.
In the centre of the page, you will see the " Select your state section option. When you click on it, a drop-down list of Indian states will appear. Select Bihar.
On the next page, select the second circle-shaped, blue coloured option, which says: Apply for a Driving Licence.
On the next page, you will have a layout for the further steps, like filling in the details, uploading documents, photos, signature and more.
Read them and then click on Continue.
From the Select Appropriate Choice section, select one of the suitable options:
1. holding a Learner's Licence
2. holding a Foreign DL
3. holding a Defence Licence
Now fill in the required details, submit the documents and photo and book a slot for the DL test.
Once you have made the payment, take the receipt.

Offline

1. Visit RTO Bhagalpur. Ask one of the officers for the driving license application form.

2. Fill in the form, attach documents and pay the fees at the RTO itself.

4. Take a learner’s licence first, if you don’t already have one.

5. After holding a learner’s licence for the prescribed period, appear for the driving test.

6. On success, a permanent Driving Licence is issued.

If you are driving on the Indian roads without a driving license, you are committing a crime. As a result, you will be charged fines for the violation. Trust me, the fees for a driving licence are lower than the penalties you will face without it.

Required Documents for Driving Licence Application in Bhagalpur

For a driving licence, here are the documents that you will need:

Learner’s Licence: if applying for a permanent Driving Licence (not needed if applying fresh).
Proof of age: Birth certificate, school certificate, etc.
Proof of address: Aadhaar, Voter ID, etc.
Identity proof: Aadhaar, Passport, Voter ID, etc.
Passport-size photographs: usually 2–3 as required.
Physical fitness certificate (Form 1)
Application form (Form 2 for DL, etc.)

Your mobile number in all the documents must be the same. If the condition is not met, your driving licence will be rejected. So, update your phone number ASAP!

Driving Licence Fees at RTO Bhagalpur

As said, the fees for a driving licence are nominal. The table below lays out a basic fee structure for a driving licence.

Purpose	Amount
Issue of learner’s licence in Form 3 for each class of vehicle	₹150.00
Learner’s licence test fee or repeat test fee, as the case may be	₹50.00
For test, or repeat test, as the case may be, of competence to drive (for each class of vehicle)	₹300.00
Issue of a driving licence	₹200.00
Issue of an International Driving Permit	₹1000.00
The addition of another class of vehicle to the driving licence	₹500.00
Endorsement or renewal of authorisation for vehicle carrying hazardous goods	₹1000.00
Renewal of driving licence	₹200.00
Renewal of a driving licence for which an application is made after the grace period	₹300.00 (Additional fee at the rate of Rupees One Thousand Only for delay of each year or part thereof, reckoned from the date of expiry of the grace period shall be levied.)
Issue or renewal of a licence to a school or establishment for imparting instructions in driving	₹10000.00
Issue of duplicate licence to a school or establishment for imparting instructions in driving	₹5000.00
An appeal against the orders of the licensing authority referred to in rule 29	₹500.00
Any application for a change in address or any other particulars recorded in the driving licence, e.g. address, etc.	₹200.00
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After issuing a driving licence, you can go anywhere with your scooter or your car. This is your identity proof, just like an Aadhar card.

How to Pay Road Tax Online in Bhagalpur

You can pay your vehicle’s road tax online via the official Vahan/Parivahan portals. Follow the steps given below:

Visit the Parivahan or Vahan portal.
In CORE SERVICES, click the fourth tile labelled Tax & Fee, then pick your state.
On the following screen, use the Choose Option To Avail Services box: enter your vehicle registration number, set the state to Rajasthan, and pick RTO Bhagalpur.
Fill in the vehicle information requested, like type, fuel type, engine capacity and vehicle age.
The system will compute the road tax automatically.
Pay the calculated amount using the online payment gateway.
Save or print the generated receipt/challan for your records.

You can check the status of your transaction by clicking on Know Your Payment Transaction Status.

Traffic Fines and Penalties in Bhagalpur

‘Aaiye na humra Bihar mein!’ Beautiful place indeed, but do follow every traffic rule, or you could end up paying penalties. The penalties for different offences are different. The basic structure is given in the table below:

Offence	Approximate Fine
Driving/riding without a valid Registration Certificate (RC)	₹5,000
Driving without a valid Driving Licence	₹5,000
Driving/riding under the influence of alcohol/intoxicants	₹10,000 + possible imprisonment (6 months)
Overspeeding	₹1,000 to ₹4,000 (varies by severity/location)
Riding without a helmet	₹1,000
Driving without a seatbelt (in four-wheelers)	₹1,000
Using a mobile phone while driving	₹5,000 for first offence; more for repeat offences
Driving without a valid PUC (Pollution Under Control) certificate	₹1,000
Jumping signal / violating road signs	₹500 to several thousand, depending upon severity and repetition

Many of the penalties do depend on the impact and the frequency. If the damage done is big and the offence is committed multiple times, you will have to pay a greater penalty.

Conclusion

RTO Bhagalpur is the government body that looks after the transport services of the district. It is responsible for its safety, smooth functioning, and legal compliance. It does so by issuing registration certificates, licences, and permits to only the vehicles and drivers that meet the criteria. It also deals with road tax and traffic fine collection. For better access, you can use Parivahan for online services. Keep documents ready, follow inspection rules, and confirm local fees at the RTO office.

FAQs

How do I get a fancy (VIP) registration number?
Use the Vahan fancy-number service. Join the official auction or booking window. Pay the premium and fees online. Collect the RC after payment.

What if I move my vehicle to another state?
Obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the current RTO. Then apply for registration in the new state through Parivahan. Follow the new state’s paperwork and tax rules.

How do I scrap an end-of-life vehicle in Bhagalpur?
Take the vehicle to a registered scrapping facility. Get a scrapping certificate. Surrender the RC and cancel insurance. Keep all receipts for tax or refund claims.

How to get a duplicate RC or DL if lost?
File for duplicate RC/DL on Parivahan or at the RTO counter. Submit identity proof and FIR if required. Pay the duplicate fee and download the new document when issued.

When does my commercial vehicle need a fitness certificate?
Commercial vehicles need periodic fitness checks per MV rules. Frequency depends on vehicle type and age. Check the RTO or Parivahan for exact intervals and schedules.

Are there tax or fee concessions available?
Some concessions exist for government vehicles, disabled owners, and specific schemes. Concessions depend on state rules. Ask the RTO or check the state transport portal for eligibility.

How do I appeal an RTO order or e-challan?
File a formal appeal or grievance with the RTO grievance cell or licensing authority. There is an appeal fee for certain orders (see appeal fee details in the document).

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