RTO Tehri

Tehri is a hilly region in Uttarakhand and also a quite popular residential area. The area is connected with the surrounding parts with proper road networks. Hence, at the local level, all traffic-related matters are managed by the Tehri RTO which has the code number UK-09.

The functions and other important facts about this RTO are discussed below.

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UK-09 Tehri RTO Office

RTO Code	UK-09
Office Address	Tehri, Uttarakhand - 249001
Office Timings	09:30 AM - 06:30 PM
Phone Number	+(91)-1376-233623

Functions of RTO Offices in Tehri

As a local transport authority, RTO Tehri has the following functions:

Vehicle ownership transfer
Road tax collection
Issuance of vehicle registration certificate and renewal
Permit for commercial vehicles
Duplicate DL issuance
Renewing driving licence
Arranging driving licence test
Granting international driving license
Issuance of learner’s licence
Issuance of pollution control certificate
Managing driving schools
Tracking traffic offences
Issuance of vehicle fitness certificate
Issuance of NOC
E-auto rickshaws registration
Issuing hypothecation certificate

Types of Driving Licences Issued in Tehri RTO

Different types of driving licence issued in Tehri RTO are as follows:

50cc motorcycle licence
Gearless motorcycles such as scooters and mopeds licence
Light motor vehicles (Non-transport) driving licence
Light motor vehicle (Commercial) licence
Licence for HMVs and special permits
Licence for taxis, autos, 3-wheeler delivery vans, etc

Types of Vehicle Registration in Tehri

Like all other parts of the state, Tehri RTO has two types of vehicle registration. These are:

Temporary registration
Permanent registration

You need to pay the required fee and submit the necessary documents to get this registration certificate. The number will be displayed on the number plate.

Vehicle Registration Charges in Tehri

The vehicle registration charge in Tehri are as follows:

Motor Cycles: ₹300
Transport 3-Wheeler/Quadricycle/LMVs: ₹1000
Medium Goods and Passenger Vehicles: ₹1000
Invalid Carriages: ₹50
Motor Vehicles (Imported): ₹5000
Motorcycle (Imported): ₹2500
Non-Transport Quadricycle/3-Wheeler/LMVs: ₹600
Heavy Goods and Passenger Vehicles: ₹1500
Other Vehicles: ₹3000

Road Tax in Tehri

You need to pay the road tax in Tehri as per the vehicle’s cost, type, and purpose followed in Uttarakhand road tax. These charges are as follows:

Vehicles range below ₹10 lakh: 6% of the cost of the vehicle
Vehicles range above₹20 lakh: 8% of the cost of the vehicle
2-Wheelers: ₹200
Vehicles with up to 1000 kg of weight: ₹1000
Vehicles with 1000 kg to 5000 kg of weight: ₹2000
Vehicles with above 5000 kg of weight: ₹4000
Trailers (excluding vehicle): ₹200
3 seaters transport vehicle: ₹730 per year tax and ₹10000 one-time tax
3 to 6 seaters transport vehicle: ₹730 per year tax and ₹10000 one-time tax
More than 7 seaters transport vehicle: ₹1700 per year tax and ₹10000 one-time tax
Goods vehicles less than 3000 kg of weight: ₹1700 per year tax and ₹10000 one-time tax
20 seater carriage vehicle: ₹100 per month
Vehicles that cover less than 1500 km plane route: ₹85 per month
Vehicles that cover less than 1500 km hill route: ₹75
Vehicles that cover distances more than 1500 km: ₹0.04 per km and seat per month
Vehicles that cover only municipality limits: ₹85 per month

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

There are specific fines for breaking traffic rules in Tehri. These are mentioned below:

Driving without a valid number plate: ₹500 (first time)
Driving without a valid number plate: ₹1500 (second time)
Driving without wearing a helmet: ₹1000 and licence suspension for 3 months
Breaking general traffic rules: ₹2000
Rash driving: ₹1000 (first time)
Rash driving: ₹5000 (second time)
Driving without putting on a seatbelt: ₹1000
Sharing misleading information: ₹2000
Driving and talking on the phone: ₹1000 (first time)
Driving and talking on the phone: ₹5000 (second time)
Driving in an unfit condition: ₹1000 (first time)
Driving in an unfit condition: ₹5000 (second time)
Minor person driving: ₹2500
Triple riding: ₹500 (first time)
Triple riding: ₹1500 (second time)
Driving with invalid or suspended licence: ₹5000
Carrying children without letting them wear a seatbelt: ₹200

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

It is mandatory to have a motor insurance in Tehri like in other parts of Uttarakhand. If you do not have insurance you will have to pay a fine of ₹1000 for the first offence in the case of 2-wheelers and ₹2000 for the 4-wheelers. In subsequent times, the fine will be increased to ₹2000 for the 2-wheelers and ₹4000 for the 4-wheelers.

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Recent Traffic Events in Tehri

Tehri is situated in a hilly region which is one of the prime reasons for frequent unfortunate road events in Tehri. There is a recent report of the death of three people near Saldogi because of the falling down of a car into a deep gorge. The same thing happened according to the 17th October report where two people died due to a car falling into a deep gorge on Nagun-Suakholi road. However, the local RTO has been taking up the charge to make people more aware of driving safety in this region.

However, a report also says that there is a great project going on which is the Dehradun-Tehri tunnel construction which is worth almost ₹8750 crores. The tunnel will provide safe and swift commuting for people.

Recent Safety Campaigns in Tehri

In the latter months of the previous year, Tehri police took serious action against the drivers via the road safety with Jagran campaign. The sole motive was to make people aware of the punishment and misery of drinking and driving.

FAQs About RTO Offices in Tehri

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Is it mandatory to have a number plate in Tehri?

Yes, it is mandatory to drive with a number plate in Tehri. Those who do not have a proper number plate on their vehicles are subject to a penalty of ₹500. Repeating the offence will increase the penalty to ₹1500.

How long does it take to get a Driver’s licence in Tehri?

After an applicant completes their driving test successfully, the driving licence is delivered to their registered address within 2 to 3 weeks.

What happens if I do not pay road tax in Tehri?

When vehicle owners do not pay the road tax in Tehri, they are charged with a penalty of ₹500. Repeating the offence will increase the penalty amount to ₹1000.

What are the documents necessary to register a new car in Tehri?

The documents required to register a new car in Tehri are:

Form 20, Form 21 and Form 34
Vehicle fitness certificate
Attested copy of the vehicle insurance
Attested copy of the address proof

Can I travel with a temporary number plate in Tehri?

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