RTO Hardoi — Vehicle Registration, Code, and Contact Details

Key Highlights
 

1. RTO Hardoi (code UP-30) handles vehicle registration, driving licences, permits, tax collection and fitness inspections for the district.
    
2. The RTO Hardoi is responsible for the safety and smooth functioning of the transport services in the district.
    
3. The penalty for violation of traffic rules is higher as compared to the fees charged for the said documents or licences.  

Where did your father go just after buying the new Baleno? The answer is RTO. In Hardoi district, RTO Hardoi deals with the smooth functioning of all the transport services. They look after roads, the drivers and even the vehicles on them. This is done by issuing various certificates and licenses. How can you get them? We have discussed it in this blog. 

RTO Hardoi Overview

Hardoi comes under Uttar Pradesh’s transport department and bears the RTO code UP-30. The Hardoi RTO handles vehicle registration, driver licensing, tax collection, permits, and ownership transfers in the Hardoi district. The RTO is located at address: C-278, Circular Road, Nagheta Purvi, Avas Vikas Colony, Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh 241001. The RTO office timing is approximately 09:30 AM to 06:30 PM.

The Assistant Regional Transport Officer (A.R.T.O) (Administration) for Hardoi is Shree Daya Shankar, contact mobile 9450458734, landline 234924.

List of RTO Offices in Hardoi

There is one RTO office per district. RTO Hardoi has a code UP30 and its address is C-278, Circular Road, Nagheta Purvi, Avas Vikas Colony, Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh 241001. 

Functions of RTO Hardoi

The functions of RTO Hardoi:
 

• Registration of new vehicles (private, commercial, temporary) in Hardoi under UP-30.
   
• Renewal of registration, issue of duplicate registration, transfer/mutation of vehicle ownership.
   
• Issuance of driving licences (learner, permanent) and renewal of licences in Hardoi district.
   
• Conducting driving tests/competence tests for licence issuance. (via Sarathi / local RTO) 
   
• Collection of road tax, registration fees, penalties, and fines.
   
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These functions are as per the rules written in the Motor Vehicle Act. It was published in 1988.

Vehicle Registration Process at RTO Hardoi

If you want a Registration Certificate (RC) for your vehicle, you don’t want to do much; just follow these steps:

You can click on the hyperlinks and download the PDF of each of the forms, or you can visit the official government of Uttar Pradesh’s site. On the Form & Fee structure tab, click on the List of Forms option. On the next page, you can see the forms regarding each and every service offered by the RTO Hardoi. 

Tip: Write down your vehicle’s chassis (VIN) and engine numbers separately. Share them with your insurer and keep photos. This helps in case of theft, warranty, or recall.

Documents Required for Vehicle Registration in Hardoi

Prepare the following documents before visiting the RTO Hardoi office:
 

• Application Form 20 (with dealer/manufacturer’s certificate) 
   
• Form 21 / Sale certificate from dealer or manufacturer: for new vehicles. 
   
• Road-worthiness certificate (Form 22). It is generally given by the manufacturer or an approved agency. 

Never depend on the last-minute prep because that always fails. Since you are reading this blog, go prepare these documents now.

RTO Hardoi Charges for Vehicle Registration

The fees for vehicle registration were revised in the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways Notification. It was released on 29th December, 2016 and finalised in August 2025. The table below shows the charges involved with vehicle registration and its renewal:
 

If you want your RC as a smart card, pay an extra ₹200. Also, the Late renewal fee for a motorcycle is  ₹300/month, and for other vehicles, it is ₹500/month. As per your need, carry the cash, don’t rely on UPI only. 

How to Get a Driving Licence in Hardoi?

For issuing a driving licence, you can either visit the RTO Hardoi office or do it online. The table below briefly explains the steps involved in both modes:

The driving licence is a legal document that authorises you to drive on Indian roads. Without it, you would be violating a very important traffic rule. 

Required Documents for Driving Licence Application in Hardoi
 

These are the documents required for the driving licence application:
 

• Filled DL application form (Form 2).
   
• Proof of age (birth certificate, school leaving certificate, passport, etc.).
   
• Proof of address (Aadhaar, voter card, utility bills, etc.).
   

You can download the forms by clicking on the hyperlinks or visiting the official site: RTO Hardoi.

Driving Licence Fees at RTO Hardoi

The table below gives you details on the fees involved with a driving licence in RTO Hardoi: