RTO Surat

Surat, a commercial centre for textiles, is a large city located beside the Tapi River in the state of Gujarat. This city's traffic is administered by the Regional Transport Office (GJ-05) which also provides services ranging from vehicle registration to issuing an international driving permit.

Let us learn everything about the RTO’s functions in the underlying sections.

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GJ-05 Surat City RTO Office

RTO Code	GJ-05
Office Address	Rto Office, Ring Road, Nanpura, Surat, Gujarat - 385001
Office Timings	10AM - 5PM
Phone Number	0261-2977191

GJ-28 Surat Rural RTO Office

RTO Code	GJ-28
Office Address	Surat Rural, Gujarat - 395006
Office Timings	09:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Phone Number	NIL

GJ-19 Bardoli RTO Office

RTO Code	GJ-19
Office Address	Opposite Power House, Octroy Naka, Bardoli, Surat, Gujarat - 344601
Office Timings	09:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Phone Number	+(91)-2622-223457

Functions of RTO Offices in Surat

This list shows various functions of Surat RTO:

Inspection of vehicles at check posts
Change of address in driving licence
Issuance of duplicate driving licence
Issuance of permanent driving licence
Providing international driving licence
Issuance of registration certificates for private and commercial vehicles
Change of address in the registration certificate
Issuance of duplicate vehicle registration certificate
Granting transfer of vehicle ownership
Hypothecation, termination, and endorsement
Under existing DL, adding newly purchased vehicles
Issuance of national permits
Conducting driving tests
Providing CNG or LPG conversions
Issuance of NOC and PUC
Issuance of fitness certificates
Collection of fines and road taxes

Types of Driving Licences Issued in Surat RTO

RTO Surat issues various types of driving licence such as:

Learner’s licence
Commercial driving licence
Permanent licence
International driving permit

Types of Vehicle Registration in Surat

Surat RTO issues two types of vehicle registration

Permanent registration
Temporary Registration

After the registration, an applicant will get a number to display on the vehicle number plate. Furthermore, according to the Motor vehicle Act 1988, one has to carry the RC, soft copy or hard copy, at all times while driving.

Vehicle Registration Charges in Surat

Apart from charges applicable for registration in Surat, there are other charges involved in the process. Here are a few of them:

Registration charges: ₹600 for every vehicle
Temporary registration charges (validity - 30 days): ₹1200 – ₹1500
Hypothecation charges: ₹1500 (In case a vehicle is purchased on a loan)
FasTag charges: ₹600
Number plate charges (including HSRP number plates): ₹230 - ₹400

Parking fee/State Development Charges:
- ₹4000 (For vehicles costing over ₹4 lakh)
- ₹2000 (For vehicles costing under ₹4 lakh)

Road Tax in Surat

Surat followw road tax in Gujarat. Here is a list to provide a primary idea:

Motorcycle: 6% of the vehicle’s price
Four-wheeler: 6% of the vehicle’s price
Tractor: 3% of the vehicle’s price
Auto Rickshaw: 2.5% of the vehicle’s price
- Seating capacity up to 3: 2.5% of the vehicle’s price
- Seating capacity of more than 3 and up to 6: 6% of the vehicle’s price

What If You Don’t Follow Traffic Rules in Surat?

Here are some examples of traffic fines and violations that are common:

Driving without a seatbelt: ₹500
Driving without a helmet: ₹500
Driving without a licence: ₹2000 (for two-wheelers), ₹3000 (for three and four-wheelers)
Breaking pollution norms: ₹1000 (lightweight two and three-wheelers), ₹3000 (other vehicles)
Using mobile while driving: ₹500 (first time), ₹1000 (subsequent times)
Disregarding traffic lights: ₹1000 - ₹5000 (may include 6 to 12 months imprisonment)
Driving unregistered vehicles: ₹5000 (for buses, trucks, etc.), ₹3000 (for smaller four-wheelers), ₹2000 (for three-wheelers), ₹1000 (for two-wheelers)

Drunk driving: ₹10000 (may add on 6 months prison), ₹15000 (may add on 2 years prison for subsequent offence)
Underage driving: ₹25000 (imprisonment for 3 years, and vehicle deregistration for 1 year)

Is It Mandatory to Have Insurance When Driving a Vehicle in Surat?

Every registered person has to have insurance in Surat according to the rules of the Motor Vehicles Act of 1988. In Gujarat, individuals can buy insurance through online or offline methods. Vehicle Insurance generally falls into 2 categories:

Comprehensive Insurance: This is an amalgamation of cover for own and third-party damage. It encompasses any kind of damage inflicted to someone’s own body, vehicle, third person, and third-party property. Natural and man-made disasters also come into its provisions for coverage.
Third-party Insurance: This covers bodily injuries, physical disfigurement and death. It also can compensate in situations where a third person claims for their disability to earn a living after the accident.

Furthermore, driving a vehicle without insurance is illegal too and can cause cancellation of DL and vehicle registration.

Recent Traffic Events in Surat

According to The Times of India's 18th February report, 2 people died in 2 separate accidents on Pal Gaurav Path and LP Savani Road.

A seven-year-old boy was crossing the road with his mother when a school bus knocked him. He was severely injured and died during treatment that night. In another accident, a 43-year-old woman was going to work on her moped and got knocked by a car. She was taken to a nearby hospital and declared dead.

On a positive note, according to The Economic Times report, the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI), has prohibited some classes of slower-moving vehicles from entering the recently opened portion of the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway. It would lower the accident rate by not exposing slower-moving vehicles to high-speed vehicles.

FAQs About RTO Surat

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What is a permanent registration?

As per section 39 of the Motor Vehicle Act, RTO authorities register a vehicle permanently. It stays valid for 15 years and is renewable for up to 5 years.

What is the address and phone number of Surat RTO?

The address of Surat RTO is 5RM8+34Q, Ring Road, Nanpura, Surat, Gujarat 395001. The phone number is 0261 246 4902.

Can I travel with a temporary number plate in Surat?

Yes. However, make sure that it is not expired. Furthermore, from 2019 it is mandatory to install HSRPs.

What are documents required for a duplicate RC in Surat?

Documents required for a duplicate RC in Surat are police certificate, valid insurance certificate, affidavit that states RC is lost and has not been impounded, application in from 26, attested copies of PAN/ Form 60 and 61, address proof, chassis and engine Pencil Print, signature identification of the owner, tax clearance, PUC certificate, and challan clearance.

Who is the RTO officer of Surat?

Shri Rajesh Manjhu is the RTO officer of Surat.