Re-register a vehicle brought from another state, or one past 15 years.
In short
To re-register a vehicle in Bangalore, you need the NOC from the previous RTO, the existing RC, valid insurance and PUC, and proof of Karnataka road tax payment. The vehicle is physically inspected and a new RC is issued, usually within 15 to 25 days.
If you bring a vehicle into Karnataka from another state, it must be re-registered with the local RTO. The same applies once a vehicle crosses 15 years and needs fresh registration to stay on the road.
We arrange the NOC from the old RTO, pay the Karnataka road tax, and get your vehicle re-registered with a new RC. An inspection of the vehicle is part of this process.
How to get it done — step by step
NOC from old RTOWe obtain the No Objection Certificate from your previous RTO.
File the applicationWe submit the re-registration form and documents to the Bangalore RTO.
Pay Karnataka road taxWe calculate and pay the state road tax on the vehicle's value.
Vehicle inspectionYou bring the vehicle for the physical check; we meet you there.
New RC issuedAfter approval, the new RC is posted to your address.
Documents required for re-registration of vehicle
Original NOC (Form 28) from the previous RTO — 4 copies
Original Registration Certificate (RC)
Form 27 — assignment of new registration mark (we prepare this)
Chassis pencil-print
Valid insurance — original + copy, and valid PUC
Karnataka address proof and identity proof
Road-tax proof from the old state + Karnataka lifetime road tax (KMV Form 14)
SCRB clearance (no-theft report) and original purchase invoice copy
For a 15-year-old vehicle: Form 25 (RC renewal) + fitness inspection
Vehicle produced for inspection
Cost and timeline
Our service charge for re-registration of vehicle in Bangalore starts at ₹15,500 (end-to-end with ka number). It typically takes 15–25 days, with 1 RTO visit(s) on your part.
Why choose Shariff for this
NOC from the old RTO arranged
Road tax calculated and paid
Inspection slot booked for you
Inter-state and 15-year cases handled
Frequently asked questions
Is the NOC from the previous RTO compulsory?
Yes. Re-registration cannot proceed without the NOC from your old RTO. We obtain it for you so the file moves quickly.
Will I keep my old number?
It depends on the RTO. Some allow you to retain it, others assign a fresh number. Send us the details and we'll tell you what applies to your case.
How long can I drive an out-of-state vehicle in Karnataka before re-registering?
You can use a vehicle on its existing registration for up to 12 months after moving to Karnataka. Beyond that, you must re-register it with the local RTO and pay Karnataka road tax.
Do I have to pay road tax again when re-registering in Karnataka?
Yes. Karnataka levies its own lifetime road tax on re-registration, calculated on the vehicle's current depreciated value. You can later claim a refund of the original lifetime tax from your previous state.
Is a vehicle inspection mandatory for re-registration?
Yes. The vehicle must be brought to the RTO for a physical inspection during re-registration. We book the slot and meet you there to keep it quick.