How to Transfer a Bike RC from One State to Another?

Leaving your home town is always a very sad and overwhelming job. You don’t only have to bear the pain of leaving your loved ones behind but also have to work on a lot of things, like arranging a place to stay and getting some official work. One such important official work to do when you are shifting to a new state is transferring your bike RC (Registration Certificate) from the old state to the new one. It is very important to ensure that your motorcycle RC is as per your new state to avoid any legal complications or penalties. If you are confused about how to transfer the bike RC from one state to another, then you have landed in the best place, as we will answer all your questions and help you out with your work. 

What is RC, and why is it needed? 

Bike RC, i.e., registration certificate, is a crucial legal document mandated by the Motor Vehicles Act of 1988, and it serves as a proof of registration of your two-wheeler. You need to have this document to ensure the legal riding of your bike on Indian roads. It is issued by a Regional Transport Office (RTO). 

The RC of a bike contains several important information, like the registration number, owner’s details like name and address, and vehicle specifications like chassis number, model, and engine number. 

Type of Bike RCs 

There are two types of bike RCs in India. Here are a few short details about them: 

• Temporary Registration Certificate: This RC is issued by the dealer upon purchase and is valid for 30 days.

• Permanent Registration Certificate: It is issued by the RTO after the registration process is done, and it is valid for 15 years. It is renewable after every 5 years of expiring. 

Why is a bike RC needed?

A bike RC is a legal document that works as legal registration for your two-wheeler. But if you are curious about why it is needed, then here are the top reasons: 

• Proof of Ownership: The first and foremost important need of RC is that it works as proof of your ownership of that vehicle. This is very important for legal matters like insurance claims. 

• Legal Requirement: Riding your bike without an RC can result in heavy penalties, which are 5000 INR for the first offence and 10,000 INR for subsequent offences. 

• Insurance Necessity: You need to provide your RC for the documentation of your insurance and also need that to claim your insurance. 

How to Transfer RC from One State to Another?

Whenever you change your location from one state to another with your bike being your partner, you need to change the RC for sure. But is the process easy? If you read and follow all the steps mentioned below correctly, 

First Step: Get a NOC:

The first thing you need to do while transferring your RC from one state to another is get a NOC (No Objection Certificate) from the RTO. NOC shows that you have no pending dues to clear, which makes the process of transfer smoother. The NOC should clearly contain the chassis number of your bike. Get a NOC from the bank too if you have taken a loan from the bank. 

Second Step: Transfer Your Bike to Another State:

The second step after getting NOC from both the RTO and the bank is transferring your bike from one state to another, then you will have to complete the other paperwork. 

Third Step: Visit the Nearest RTO of the New City:

After you have taken your bike to the new city, you should visit the nearest RTO of that city. There you will have to submit different necessary documents like a license copy, the previous RC, and the NOC to file for a new RC. Ensure that all the documents are correct before submission for smoother transfer.  

Fourth Step: Pay the road tax challan:

The road tax is different for every state of the country, and for a new RC, you will have to pay the road tax as per the tax system of the new state. The new state RTO will issue you a new road tax challan and you will have to pay the required fees according to that challan. 

Fifth Step: Get Your Bike Inspected:

Then, after the challan is paid, the concerned officer will inspect your bike and will take an imprint of the chassis number of the bike. 

Sixth Step: Collect the Registration Certificate:

After all the verification is done, the new registration certificate will be issued to the RTO. You will have to go to the RTO on the mentioned date and collect it from there. 

Process of online RC transfer 

If you want to transfer your bike RC online, then you will have to first visit the Parivahan portal of the government to update the bike registration. Before you take further steps, you will have to confirm that both states endorse online transfers, as the process depends upon state collaborations. If both states are endorsing online transfers, then you can get the work done by sending the necessary documents and requesting a NOC.

What if You Don’t Transfer Your Registration Certificate to the New RTO? 

If you are thinking that the process is a bit tough and you don’t want to do all these, then please stop thinking because RC is a very important document and not transferring it to your new place of living can have several implications, like: 

• Fines: Firstly, if you are caught riding the bike without an updated RC, then you may have to face hefty penalties of thousands. 

• Tax Refund: You will miss out on the road tax refund from the previous state if you don’t transfer the RC to a new one. 

• Insurance Complications: If you don’t transfer the RC of your bike to your new location, then there will be complications claiming the insurance in hours of need. 
• Problem in Reselling: When you plan to resell your bike, it will become tough as new buyers may be hesitant to buy a bike that has registration issues. 

Documents Needed to Transfer an RC from one state to another

Transferring your bike RC from one state to another will need a few documents for every step. Here’s a list of all of them:  

To Obtain a NOC from the RTO 

• Form 28 CMV
• The chassis impression
• PUC, tax documents, insurance policy, and registration certificate already in place
• 27 and 28 Forms

For Re-Registration Under the New RTO 

• One duplicate copy of the RC
• Insurance coverage of the vehicle
• NOC from the previous RTO
• PUC authorisation
• Form 29 and Form 30
• Address and identity verification
• A self-attested envelope worth Rs. 30

For a Road Tax Refund 

• An application form
• New edition of RC
• Insurance coverage 
• Identity and address verification 
• RC copy from the past
• A self-attested Form 16 of the RTO

Conclusion 

The RC is one of the most important legal documents of a bike. To ensure a legally safe journey ride with your bike, you need to carry your RC, and that needs to be updated in case of a change in state. Updating a RC may be tough, but that will keep you legally safe and help you with insurance documentation and claims. 

FAQs

1. How do I obtain a bike RC?

Ans. In the case of new bikes, the dealer helps with the registration. In the case of used bikes, you need to visit the RTO office for inspection and registration work. You will have to submit some documents and legal papers for that. 

2. How long is the validity of a bike RC?

Ans. The temporary RC issued by the dealer is valid for 30 days. The permanent RC, which is issued by the RTO, is valid for 15 years, and after that, you can renew the RC every 5 years. 

3. What should I do if my bike’s RC is lost or stolen?

Ans. The first thing you should do if your bike’s RC is lost is go and inform it to the nearest police station and then go and apply for a duplicate RC from the RTO. You can get the duplicate RC by submitting some necessary documents and paying a fee.  

4. What information does an RC of a bike contain?

Ans. The RC of a bike contains several important pieces of information about the bike, like the registration number, engine number, chassis number, owner’s name and address, fuel type, manufacturing date, and vehicle type.  

5. Is there a difference between an RC book and an RC smart card? 

Ans. Yes, the RC book has been replaced with a smaller and more compact smart card, which is also more secure and includes an RFID chip to prevent forgery. You can also convert your RC book into an RC smart card by submitting it to the RTO along with the needed documents and fees.