RTO Offices in Coimbatore

Coimbatore is the second-largest city in Tamil Nadu. It is also the most industrialised city in Tamil Nadu, thus benefiting its residents. Due to the increase in its settlements, the RTO offices in Coimbatore are one of the busiest RTOs in the country.

There are four RTOs in Coimbatore TN-37 Coimbatore South, TN-38 Coimbatore North, TN-99 Coimbatore West and TN-66 Coimbatore Central.

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TN-37 Coimbatore South RTO Office

RTO Code	TN-37
Office Address	Peelamedu, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu - 641018
Office Timings	09:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Phone Number	+(91)-422-2562288 / 2564477

TN-38 Coimbatore North RTO Office

RTO Code	TN-38
Office Address	Near CTC Colony, Thudiyalur, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu - 641018
Office Timings	09:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Phone Number	+(91)-422-2646677

TN-99 Coimbatore West RTO Office

RTO Code	TN-99
Office Address	Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Office Timings	09:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Phone Number	+(91)-422-2646677

TN-66 Coimbatore Central RTO Office

RTO Code	TN-66
Office Address	Dr. Balasundaram Road, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu - 641018
Office Timings	09:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Phone Number	+(91)-422-2248449

Functions of RTO Offices in Coimbatore

The following are the most important functions of RTO offices in Coimbatore:

Conducts driving tests
Issues driver's licence, learner's licence, and duplicate driving licence
Issues NOCs for vehicle
Renews driving licences
Conducts vehicle fitness checks
Provides vehicle fitness certificates
Offers vehicle RC renewal
Issues motor vehicle permits
Offers trade certificates
Maintains a database of all the vehicles registered in Coimbatore
Offers Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate
Collects road taxes and traffic violation penalties

Types of Driving Licence Issued in Coimbatore RTO

The RTO offices in Coimbatore offer eight types of driving licence to its citizens. Here is a list of all driving licences it offers:

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

Types of Vehicle Registration in Coimbatore

There are mainly two types of vehicle registrations available at the RTO offices in Coimbatore. Once you apply for a vehicle registration certificate, you will receive the vehicle registration number and the vehicle number plate from the RTO. Here are the two types of vehicle registration in Coimbatore:

Permanent vehicle registration
Temporary vehicle registration

Vehicle Registration Charges in Coimbatore

Here is a list of all vehicle registration charges in Coimbatore:

Two-Wheelers or Bikes Registration Charge: ₹300
Four-Wheelers or Cars Registration Charge: ₹600
Light Goods Vehicle Registration Charge: ₹1000
Auto Rickshaw Registration Charge: ₹1000
Tourist Taxi Registration Charge: ₹1000
Maxicab or Cars More Than 6 sq mt Registration Charge: ₹1000

Road Tax in Coimbatore

Road tax is one of the primary incomes of the government. The RTO offices in Coimbatore follow the Tamil Nadu road tax. Here is a list of these road tax charges:

Two-Wheelers or Bikes Road Tax: 8% of the vehicle’s valuation
Four-Wheelers or Cars Road Tax: 10% of the vehicle’s valuation for cars within ₹10 lakhs and 15% of the vehicle’s valuation for cars more than ₹10 lakhs
Light Goods Vehicle Road Tax: ₹19200
Auto Rickshaw Road Tax: ₹1400 for five years
Tourist Taxi Road Tax: 10% of the vehicle’s valuation for tourist taxis within ₹10 lakhs and 15% of the vehicle’s valuation for tourist taxis more than ₹10 lakhs
Maxi Cab or Cars More Than 6 sq. mt Road Tax: 10% of the vehicle’s valuation for maxi cabs within ₹10 lakhs and 15% of the vehicle’s valuation for maxi cabs more than ₹10 lakhs

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

Here is a list of all traffic violation fines you will have to pay if you do not follow the traffic rules in Coimbatore:

Riding Bikes Without Helmets: ₹1000- and 3-month suspension of DL
Disobeying Police Authorities: ₹300-₹600
Over-Speeding of Driving: ₹300
Driving Through a No Entry Zone: ₹2000-₹ 5000
Driving Without a Licence: ₹5000
Violating Traffic Orders: ₹2000
Not Wearing Seat Belts While Driving: ₹1000
Violating Road Regulations and Rules: ₹500
Juvenile Violation: ₹25000 and probable 3 years imprisonment
PUC Certificate Violation: ₹400
Dangerous Driving: ₹500

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

According to the Motor Vehicle Act in India, it is mandatory to have vehicle insurance while driving a vehicle in Coimbatore. Purchasing insurance from a reputed vendor is very important.

If the police authorities ask you to present the insurance, and you do not have valid insurance, you will be fined ₹2000 and ₹4000 for the first and subsequent offences, respectively.

Recent Traffic Events in Coimbatore

According to a recent news report, the Coimbatore district traffic police have made changes in vehicular traffic due to Avinashi Road flyover construction work at LIC Junction. There have been major changes in the direction of ongoing traffic in Coimbatore.

In another report, the Coimbatore police unveiled an app for real-time traffic information. The city police developed the ‘roadEase’ app in collaboration with Google Maps. During the inauguration of the app, the Commissioner of Police V Balakrishnan said that the app has been developed to ease the traffic flow management in the city of Coimbatore.

Road Safety Campaigns in Coimbatore

According to a recen report, a car-free Sunday campaign was organised by the Hindu in collaboration with Coimbatore Municipal Corporation, Coimbatore Smart City, and Coimbatore City Police. The event was held from 6 to 9 in the morning on the Race Course Road. It was filled with fun activities for adults and children.

FAQs About RTO Offices in Coimbatore

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What are the repercussions of not paying traffic fines on time?

If you do not pay the traffic fines within the valid duration of 60 days, government officials may visit your residential address to collect the fines or you will be summoned by the court for a hearing.

What are the documents you must carry while driving a vehicle in Coimbatore?

If you are driving a motor vehicle in Coimbatore you should always carry documents such as a valid driving licence, insurance certificate, registration certificate, pollution under control certificate and road tax certificate.

How to check your traffic violation Challans online in Coimbatore?

To check your traffic violation Challans online in Coimbatore, visit the official website of Parivahan.

What are the documents required for vehicle registration certificate renewal at RTO offices in Coimbatore?

A vehicle registration certificate is valid for 15 years. After the validity expires, it is a must to renew it after every 5 years. The documents required for vehicle registration certificate renewal at RTO offices in Coimbatore are the registration certificate, pollution under control certificate and your address and age proof.

How to obtain an international driving licence from the RTO offices in Coimbatore?

To obtain the international driving licence from the RTO offices in Coimbatore you need to pay the required fees and pass the driving test. After completing the process, the RTO will grant you an international driving permit.