Moving on from your trusty old hatchback to a shiny new SUV or handing over your sedan to a friend can feel exciting. But amidst talks of test drives and negotiations, there’s one crucial task often forgotten: transfer car ownership and update RC.
Vehicle Ownership Transfer: Documents You Need
Let’s see what you need for a smooth process: – Form 29 (Notice of transfer, signed by seller) – Form 30 (Application for transfer, signed by buyer) – Original RC book or RC smart card – Valid insurance certificate – Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate – ID and address proof (Aadhaar, passport, voter ID) – Passport-size photos of buyer – No Objection Certificate (if financed or interstate)
Vehicle Ownership: Online Transfer Process
If you want to do this from home, the online method via the Parivahan portal is where you need to go. Upload clear scans of your forms, RC, insurance, PUC, and ID proofs. Pay the transfer car RC fee with a secure payment gateway in just a few clicks. You might need one quick visit to the RTO for a final vehicle verification. After approval, download your smart RC or await the physical card in 7-14 days.