Thiruvanmiyur RTO Office

Being a largely residential neighbourhood, Thiruvanmiyur houses a lot of vehicles on every corner of the city. This city witnessed an economic boom with the construction of technology office space, the Tidel Information Technology Park, etc.

On this note, traffic congestion is also rising, holding hands with the city's economic growth. However, it is being taken care of by the RTO of Thiruvanmiyur (TN-07).

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TN-07 Thiruvanmiyur RTO Office - South Chennai

RTO Code	TN-07
Office Address	Regional Transport Office, Chennai (South), No.38 East Coast Road, Thiruvalluvar Nagar, Thiruvanmiyur, Chennai - 600041
Office Timings	9AM-5PM
Phone Number	044-24516464

Functions of RTO Offices in Thiruvanmiyur

There are some sets of functions that Thiruvanmiyur RTO offers to the citizens:

Issue and renew driving licence
Transfer vehicle ownership
Take charge of vehicle inspection
Issue and carry vehicle RC renewal
Provide motor vehicle permits
Collect vehicle road taxes
Grant PUC certificates
Issue vehicle fitness certificates
Conduct vehicle fitness tests

Types of Driving Licence Issued in Thiruvanmiyur RTO

Here are the types of driving licence Thiruvanmiyur RTO provides:

Learners’ Licence
Permanent Driving Licence
International Driving Licence
Commercial Driving Licence

Types of Vehicle Registration in Thiruvanmiyur

Thiruvanmiyur RTO offers vehicle registration to its residents:

Permanent Registration
Temporary Registration

After verifying the applicants' documents, the officials issue a unique registration number to the vehicle user.

Vehicle Registration Charges in Thiruvanmiyur

The charges of Thiruvanmiyur RTO are as follows:

Temporary Registration Charges (for up to 1 month): ₹1200 to ₹1500
Registration Charges: ₹600
Number Plate Charges (same for HSRP Number Plate): ₹230 to ₹400
State Development Charges or Parking Fee: ₹2000 (cars under ₹4 Lakhs) to ₹4000 (cars above ₹4 Lakhs)
FasTag Charges (while purchasing a vehicle): ₹500 to ₹600
Hypothecation Charges (if purchased on loan): ₹1500

Road Tax in Thiruvanmiyur

Thiruvanmiyur follows the Tamil Nadu road tax according to the Tamil Nadu Motor Vehicle Taxation Act of 1974. They impose road taxes depending on the cost of the vehicle, engine capacity and other factors. These are:

Two-Wheelers:

From 1 to 5 Years: 7.5% to 6.75%
From 5 to 11 Years: 6.5% to 5.25%
Over 11 Years: 5%
Vehicles Not More Than 1 Year: 7.75%

Four-Wheelers:

From 1 to 5 Years (under ₹10 Lakhs): 8.5% to 7.75%
From 1 to 5 Years (above ₹10 Lakhs): 13.5% to 12.75%
Between 5 to 11 Years (under ₹10 Lakhs): 7.5% to 6.25%
Between 5 to 11 Years (above ₹10 Lakhs): 12.5% to 11.25%
Vehicles not More Than 1 Year (under ₹10 Lakhs): 8.75%
Vehicles not More Than 1 Year (over ₹10 Lakhs): 13.75%
Over 11 Years (under ₹10 Lakhs): 6%
Over 11 Years (over ₹10 Lakhs): 11%

Commercial Vehicles:

Between 3000 Kg to 9000 Kg: ₹950 to ₹1500
Between 9000 Kg to 15000 Kg: ₹1900 to ₹2500
Above 15000 Kg: ₹2300 + ₹50 per 250 Kg exceeding 15000 Kg
Weight Below 3000 Kg: ₹600

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

Thiruvanmiyur follows traffic fines in Chennai list for charging a penalty for violating traffic rules. Some of them are:

Driving Without a Valid Permit: ₹5000
Driving without Valid RC: ₹5000
Juvenile Driving Offences: ₹25000 + up to 3 years in jail
Driving Vehicles After Licence Cancellation: ₹5000
Driving Oversized Vehicle: ₹5000
Over-boarding on Two-wheelers: ₹2000 + licence cancellation for 3 months
Disobeying Orders of Traffic Police: ₹2000
Rash Driving: ₹5000
Violating Licence Conditions: ₹25000 to ₹1 Lakh
Drunk Driving: ₹10000 and/or six months in jail and ₹15000 and/or two years in jail for repetitive violation

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

Yes, it is mandatory to have motor insurance while on the roads in Thiruvanmiyur. An individual has to pay a ₹2000 fine for driving without insurance for the first time and ₹4000 if the mistake happens again.

Recent Traffic Events in Thiruvanmiyur

A recent report suggests heavy vehicular traffic poses great challenges in the Metro rail tunnelling construction in Thiruvanmiyur. According to official data, the busy four-lane Rajiv Gandhi Salai has become a two-lane road near Thiruvanmiyur MRTS Station in front of Tidel Park.

In addition, a report also says that East Coast Road has been to widen a six-lane stretch of 11.4 Km and have dual-level grade separators from Thiruvanmiyur to Akkarai. According to a Detailed Project Report, it would cost around ₹260 crores.

FAQs About RTO Offices in Thiruvanmiyur

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How to check the status of a Driving Licence in Thiruvanmiyur?

Visit the Parivahan website to check the status of your Driving Licence. First, select Online Services and choose your state. Then, click 'Application Status', enter the Application Number and DOB (Date of Birth), and fill out the captcha. Now, click on the Submit button to see the status of your driving licence.

For how long can I keep a Learner’s Permit?

One can keep a Learner's Licence only for six months. Once the validity expires, one must apply for a permanent Driving Licence. This is in case the owner has already learnt to drive. In case it requires more time to learn to drive, renew the Learner’s permit.

What is the official website of Thiruvanmiyur RTO?

The official website of Thiruvanmiyur RTO is https://chennai.nic.in/directory/rto-chennaisouth/, where you can avail services related to vehicles.

What are the office timings of Thiruvanmiyur RTO?

The office timings of Thiruvanmiyur RTO are 9 AM to 5 PM. However, you can make an appointment beforehand to visit the RTO.