Yeshwanthpur RTO Office - Bangalore North

Yeshwanthpur is located in the north-western part of Karnataka. It is popularly known as the transport hub of the state. In addition, it has a state-of-art railway station, the Yeshwanthpur Railway Junctions, which has trains connecting all of India.

Road transport on the other hand is taken care of by the KA-04 RTO office. The traffic flow is smooth and seamless despite the presence of one of the busiest railway stations in the state due to the routine services offered by the RTO.

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KA-04 Yeshwanthpur RTO Office - Bangalore North

RTO Code	KA-04
Office Address	No.3, Corporation Complex, Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore - 560022
Office Timings	10AM - 5PM
Phone Number	080 – 23376039

Functions of RTO Offices in Yeshwanthpur

Various functions of RTO Yeshwanthpur are mentioned below:

To levy and collect taxes.
To conduct driving tests and issue driving licences; to renew driving licences.
To conduct vehicle fitness tests and issue vehicle fitness certificates.
To issue No Objection Certificates or NOCs to transfer vehicle ownership.
To manage motor vehicle permits in order to facilitate growth and development of road transportation.
To issue permanent and temporary vehicle registration certificates.
To issue tourist vehicle permits and permits for good carriages.
To enforce road safety methods in the transportation system.
To ensure vehicle emissions are within the prescribed limits and offer pollution under control (PUC) certificate.

Types of Driving Licences Issued in Yeshwanthpur RTO

Different types of driving licences issued in Yeshwanthpur are:

Licence for Two-Wheelers With Gears
Licence for Two-Wheelers Or Four-Wheelers With Gears
Licence for Heavy Motor Vehicles
Licence for Heavy Transport Motor Vehicles

Types of Vehicle Registration in Yeshwanthpur

Different types of vehicle registrations in Yeshwanthpur are as follows:

Permanent Licence
Temporary Licence

Vehicle Registration Charges in Yeshwanthpur

Registration charges for new vehicles under RTO are as follows:

Charges for registration: ₹600 for every four-wheeler
Charges for changing of number plate: ₹230 to ₹400; charges are the same for High-Security Registration Plates or HSRP number plates.
Hypothecation: ₹1500 for vehicles that are bought on loan
Temporary Registration Charges: ₹1200 to ₹1500, temporary registration is valid for a month

Road Tax in Yeshwanthpur

Road taxes in Yeshwanthpur are charged in accordance with the Karnataka road tax rates. It increases/decreases in proportion to the cost of the vehicle, greater the cost, the larger percentage of it is levied as road tax. The rates are mentioned below:

For two-wheelers: 10% to 93% depending on the age and cost of the vehicle
For four-wheelers: 13% to 93% depending on the age and cost of the vehicle

The government of Karnataka does not levy different road taxes for private and commercial vehicles.

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

Not following traffic rules makes vehicle owners subject to penalties. Bangalore traffic fines are applicable in this region and the charges for violating the different traffic rules are mentioned below:

Charges for driving a vehicle without a number plate: ₹1000 for both two-wheelers and four-wheelers
Charges for driving an unauthorised vehicle: ₹5000
Charges for using a cell phone while driving: ₹1000
Charges for driving by a minor: ₹5000
Charges for driving without a licence: Between ₹1000 to ₹5000
Charges for blocking the path of emergency vehicles: ₹1000

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

Yes, it is mandatory to have motor insurance while driving in Yeshwanthpur. Vehicle owners who do not insure their vehicles before taking them out on the road are subject to penalties. The consequences sometimes may lead to imprisonment.

Penalty charges for driving without proper insurance are between ₹1000 to ₹4000.

Recent Traffic Events in Yeshwanthpur

A woman driving a two-wheeler was crushed by an over speeding public bus on RMC Yard in front of Yeshwanthpur railway station. According to reports, the woman had stopped on the side of the road to attend to a phone call when the bus knocked her down. She suffered serious injuries and was declared dead as she reached the hospital. The bus driver had abandoned the bus and fled from the site. The police filed a case against him and started investigating the case.

Road Safety Campaigns in Yeshwanthpur

A road safety campaign was launched by the bike-taxi company to create awareness of road safety measures. The campaign was started along with the traffic police of Bangalore. In this campaign, the members were distributing road safety materials, carrying out safety demonstrations and interactive sessions on the important traffic signals along the city.

FAQs About RTO Offices in Yeshwanthpur

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How to renew a licence in Yeshwanthpur?

Driving licence in Yeshwanthpur can be renewed both online and offline. In order to renew the driving licence online, licence holders must visit the website of the Karnataka Transport Department and click on the Parivahan Services option. For renewing the licence offline, they must visit their respective RTO office and submit the licence renewal form along with the necessary documents.

Can I travel with a temporary number plate in Yeshwanthpur?

Yes, you can travel in Yeshwanthpur with a temporary number plate as long as the number plate is valid.

Is it mandatory to have a number plate in Yeshwanthpur?

Yes, according to the Motor Vehicles Act, it is mandatory for every car on the road to have a valid number plate. Driving without a number plate will attract a penalty of ₹500 for the vehicle owners.

Is it mandatory to register my vehicle in Yeshwanthpur?

Each vehicle must have a valid registration certificate in Yeshwanthpur. Driving a motor vehicle without registration is a punishable offence and may lead to licence and/or vehicle seizure.

What is the official website of RTO Yeshwanthpur?

In order to avail services of RTO Yeshwanthpur, users need to visit the official website of the transport department of Karnataka.