When Sneha moved to a flat in Patia for a new job in the Infocity belt and went to register her scooter, she encountered a question she had not expected: Bhubaneswar has two RTOs and she did not know which one was hers. Bhubaneswar-II operates under the code OD-33 from Patia and is the second of the city’s two Regional Transport Offices, handling vehicle registration, driving licence services, road tax and permits for its jurisdiction. This page carries the office’s address and timings, its services and fees, the Odisha road tax slabs and a side-by-side comparison with Bhubaneswar-I (OD-02) so you can tell which office applies to you.
Bhubaneswar-II RTO at a glance
Keep this to hand before any visit or call.
Field | Detail |
|---|---|
RTO code | OD-33 |
RTO name | Regional Transport Office, Bhubaneswar-II |
Office address | Sikharchandi Road, Bansi Vihar, Patia, Bhubaneswar, Khordha, Odisha – 751024 |
Contact number | 0674-2725900 |
Office timings | 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, lunch 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM |
Working days | Monday to Saturday, second Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays excepted |
Jurisdiction | Patia and the northern and eastern Bhubaneswar belt |
State | Odisha |
Parent authority | Odisha Transport Department ( odishatransport.gov.in ) |
Odisha RTO timings can differ from the standard hours quoted on aggregator sites, so confirm the current counter hours and any appointment requirement on odishatransport.gov.in before travelling.
Bhubaneswar-I (OD-02) vs Bhubaneswar-II (OD-33): Which RTO applies to you?
Bhubaneswar has two Regional Transport Offices and the most common question a resident has is which of them handles their work. The two are distinguished by jurisdiction, not by the services they offer.
Feature | Bhubaneswar-I (OD-02) | Bhubaneswar-II (OD-33) |
|---|---|---|
RTO code | OD-02 | OD-33 |
Office location | Acharya Vihar, near Maharaja Cinema Hall | Patia, Sikharchandi Road |
Areas covered | Central and southern Bhubaneswar | Patia and the northern and eastern belt |
Services | Full range of registration, licensing, tax and permits | The same full range |
Both offices provide the same services, so the choice is not yours to make freely. The office that applies is determined by the address on your registration or driving licence application, since each office holds jurisdiction over a defined part of the city. A vehicle already registered under one code stays with that office for subsequent services, such as renewal, transfer or a duplicate RC, unless the registration is formally moved. If you are registering a new vehicle or applying for a licence, the office is set by where you live; if you are dealing with an existing vehicle, it is set by the code already on the RC.
For Sneha, this settled the question at once. Her Patia address placed her under OD-33 for the new registration, so the decision was made for her by where she lived, not by which office was nearer or less busy. Had she instead bought a used scooter already registered as OD-02, that vehicle would have stayed with Bhubaneswar-I for its renewals until she formally transferred it.
Areas covered under Bhubaneswar-II RTO
The practical question behind the choice of office is whether a given address falls under OD-33. Bhubaneswar-II covers Patia and the surrounding northern and eastern parts of the city, including the Chandaka, KIIT and Infocity belt and the localities that have grown around them.
Bhubaneswar’s RTO jurisdiction has been revised as the city has expanded northward, so an address near a boundary should be confirmed against the Odisha Transport Department’s jurisdiction list rather than assumed. The existing Registration Certificate also indicates the registering RTO.
What the OD-33 code means
An Odisha registration number reads in four parts. OD is the state code for Odisha, the two digits that follow identify the RTO, a one or two letter series comes next and a four-digit number completes it. In a plate reading OD-33-AB-1234, OD is the state, 33 is the Bhubaneswar-II office, AB is the series and 1234 is the unique number.
One detail causes genuine confusion. Odisha used the prefix OR before it was changed to OD in 2011, so older vehicles in the same jurisdiction may still carry OR plates. An OR registration and an OD registration from the same office are both valid; only the state prefix changed.
Services offered at Bhubaneswar-II RTO
The office handles the full range of transport services. The list below marks which can be started online and which need an in-person step.
Registration services include new vehicle registration and RC issuance, which needs an inspection in person, along with temporary registration, RC renewal, duplicate RC, ownership transfer, hypothecation addition and termination, NOC issuance and address change on the RC, each of which begins online through Vahan and finishes with verification where required.
Licensing services cover the learner’s licence, the permanent driving licence, DL renewal, duplicate licences and the International Driving Permit, all applied for online through Sarathi, with the learner’s test and the driving test taken in person.
Tax and compliance services include road tax collection, fitness certificates and vehicle inspection, which require the vehicle to be present, emission compliance and goods and passenger permits.
Vehicle registration at Bhubaneswar-II RTO
A new vehicle moves from a dealer’s temporary registration to a permanent one at this office.
The dealer issues a temporary registration valid for one month at the point of sale.
Apply for permanent registration within the prescribed window.
Submit the documents and pay the registration fee and road tax.
Present the vehicle for inspection if required by the RTO.
The RTO allots the permanent registration number.
The Registration Certificate is issued and delivered as applicable.
A registration certificate for a private vehicle is valid for 15 years and is then renewable in five-year blocks.
Documents required at Bhubaneswar-II RTO
The exact form numbers are often what applicants look for.
New vehicle registration
Form 20, the application for registration
Form 21, the sale certificate and Form 22, the roadworthiness certificate
Form 34 where the vehicle is financed and hypothecation is to be recorded
Temporary registration and the dealer invoice
Valid insurance certificate
Proof of identity and proof of address
PAN card or Form 60 where PAN is not available
Customs clearance documents for an imported vehicle
Driving licence application
Form 1, the self-declaration of fitness and Form 1A medical certificate where applicable
Form 2, the application for a licence
Proof of age and proof of address
Recent passport-size photographs
The learner’s licence, when applying for the permanent licence
Bhubaneswar-II RTO fees and charges
The amounts below follow the Central Motor Vehicles Rules schedule. Odisha adds its own service charges and the figure shown on the portal at the time of payment is the amount payable.
Driving licence charges
Service | Indicative central fee |
|---|---|
Learner’s licence, per class | Rs. 150 |
Learner’s licence test or repeat test | Rs. 50 |
Driving test or repeat test, per class | Rs. 300 |
Issue of driving licence | Rs. 200 |
Smart-card licence | Rs. 200 |
Renewal of driving licence | Rs. 200 |
Renewal after the grace period | Higher, with a late charge per year of delay |
Addition of a vehicle class | Rs. 500 |
International Driving Permit | Rs. 1,000 |
Change of address or particulars | Rs. 200 |
Vehicle registration charges
Service | Indicative central fee |
|---|---|
Motorcycle registration | Rs. 300 |
Light motor vehicle, non-transport | Rs. 600 |
Light motor vehicle, transport | Rs. 1,000 |
Medium goods or passenger vehicle | Rs. 1,000 |
Heavy goods or passenger vehicle | Rs. 1,500 |
Imported motorcycle | Rs. 2,500 |
Imported motor vehicle | Rs. 5,000 |
Duplicate registration certificate | Half the registration fee |
Transfer of ownership | Rs. 300 to Rs. 500 for a two-wheeler, higher for larger vehicles |
Hypothecation endorsement | As notified by vehicle category |
Fitness and permit charges
Service | Indicative fee |
|---|---|
Fitness test, manual station | Rs. 600 |
Fitness test, automated station | Higher, as notified |
Fitness certificate issue or renewal | Rs. 200 |
Late fee for an expired fitness certificate | Rs. 50 per day, as notified |
State or national permit | As notified, by vehicle class and validity |
A two-wheeler registration fee is Rs. 300 under the current central schedule, not Rs. 50 as some older guides state, so treat any much lower figure with caution and confirm on the portal.
Odisha road tax for vehicles registered at OD-33
Road tax is one of the largest costs payable during vehicle registration and Odisha levies it as a one-time tax under the Odisha Motor Vehicles Taxation Act, calculated as a percentage of the vehicle’s ex-showroom cost, rising by price band. The slabs below are indicative and are revised periodically, so confirm the current figure through the Pay Your Tax facility on the Vahan portal or on odishatransport.gov.in before budgeting.
Two-wheeler road tax
Vehicle price | Indicative one-time tax |
|---|---|
Lower price band | Around 6% of cost |
Higher price bands | Rising above 6% with price |
Four-wheeler road tax
Vehicle price | Indicative one-time tax |
|---|---|
Up to about Rs. 5 lakh | Around 6% of cost |
Rs. 5 lakh to Rs. 10 lakh | Around 8% of cost |
Rs. 10 lakh to Rs. 20 lakh | Around 10% of cost |
Above Rs. 20 lakh | 12% or more of cost |
Commercial and transport vehicles are taxed on a different basis, tied to seating capacity, weight and usage and are generally paid periodically rather than once. Odisha also levies a green tax on older vehicles, payable at RC renewal for a non-transport vehicle and at fitness renewal for a transport vehicle. Where a vehicle is brought in permanently from another state and re-registered in Odisha, Odisha road tax is payable on the vehicle and a refund of the unused tax can be claimed from the state the vehicle came from.
How to check vehicle details for an OD-33 vehicle
The record of any OD-33 vehicle can be viewed online without visiting the office.
Open the Parivahan portal and select Know Your Vehicle Details under Informational Services.
Create an account with a mobile number or email or sign in.
Enter the registration number and the captcha.
View the details returned.
The mParivahan app offers the same check on a mobile device. The lookup returns the masked owner name, the registration date, the registering RTO, the fuel type, the insurance and PUC validity and the fitness status. The full owner name and address are not shown, which is a national privacy measure.
To check the status of a registration application in progress, use the Know Your Application Status option on the Vahan or Sarathi portal with the application number.
Other online services for Bhubaneswar-II RTO users
Most routine RTO tasks now run through a central portal rather than the counter.
Learner’s licence and driving licence services, through the Sarathi portal
Duplicate RC, ownership transfer and address change, through the Vahan portal
E-challan status check and payment, through the Parivahan e-challan portal
PUC certificate check and download
HSRP number-plate booking, through the authorised portal
Road tax payment, through the Vahan portal or the Odisha Transport Department portal
NOC application for moving a vehicle out of the state
Other RTO offices in Odisha
Odisha operates a large network of Regional Transport Offices. A representative selection appears below and the complete, current list is maintained on the Odisha Transport Department portal.
City or office | RTO code |
|---|---|
Bhubaneswar-I | OD-02 |
Cuttack | OD-05 |
Puri | OD-08 |
Balasore | OD-09 |
Sambalpur | OD-14 |
Rourkela (Sundargarh) | OD-15 |
Berhampur (Ganjam) | OD-23 |
Bhubaneswar-II | OD-33 |
Documents to carry while driving in Bhubaneswar
Driving licence
Vehicle registration certificate
Valid insurance certificate
PUC certificate
Fitness certificate and permits, for commercial vehicles
Digital copies held in DigiLocker or mParivahan are accepted for verification in the same way as the originals.
Why valid motor insurance matters for RTO work
A valid insurance certificate is not only a roadside requirement. It is mandatory for new registration, for RC renewal and for fitness certification, so a lapsed policy holds up the RTO work itself, not just a traffic check.
Zurich Kotak General Insurance may require current registration details during policy issuance, renewal or an ownership transfer and the registration record and the policy are expected to describe the same vehicle. Keeping the policy current and aligned with the registration record keeps registration and renewal work moving without an avoidable delay.
Sneha registered under OD-33 without a wasted trip to the wrong office, because she checked the jurisdiction before setting out. For anyone in a two-RTO city, that single check, confirming which office your address falls under, is what turns a confusing choice into a settled one.
Conclusion
Bhubaneswar-II, OD-33, is the Patia office of the city’s two Regional Transport Offices and the question it most often has to answer is simply which of the two applies to a given resident. The office is decided by jurisdiction, by your address for a new registration or by the code already on the RC for an existing vehicle, not by preference. Beyond that, OD-33 handles the full range of registration, licensing, tax and permit work and most of it can now be started online, with a visit reserved for inspections, tests and biometric steps. Confirming your jurisdiction and checking the current fees and road tax on the official portal before you act is what keeps a visit to Patia short and settled. A valid, matching insurance policy sits behind much of this work, since registration, renewal and fitness all depend on it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the RTO code for Bhubaneswar-II?
The RTO code for Bhubaneswar-II is OD-33, operating from Patia under the Odisha Transport Department.
Where is the Bhubaneswar-II RTO office located and what are its timings?
At Sikharchandi Road, Bansi Vihar, Patia, Bhubaneswar – 751024, generally open 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM with a lunch break, on working days. Confirm current timings on odishatransport.gov.in .
What is the difference between OD-02 and OD-33 and which office applies to me?
Both are Bhubaneswar RTOs offering the same services, distinguished only by jurisdiction. OD-02 covers central and southern Bhubaneswar from Acharya Vihar and OD-33 covers Patia and the northern and eastern belt. The office that applies is set by your address for a new registration or by the code already on the RC for an existing vehicle.
Which areas fall under the jurisdiction of Bhubaneswar-II RTO?
Patia and the surrounding northern and eastern parts of the city, including the Chandaka, KIIT and Infocity belt. Confirm an address near a boundary on the Odisha Transport Department portal.
What services can I get at the Bhubaneswar-II RTO?
Vehicle registration, RC services, ownership transfer, driving licences, road tax, fitness certificates and permits. Many of these can be started online through Parivahan, Vahan or Sarathi.
Can I apply for a driving licence online instead of visiting the RTO?
The application, document upload and fee payment are done online on Sarathi. The learner’s test and the driving test are taken in person.
How long is a vehicle Registration Certificate valid in Odisha?
A registration certificate for a private vehicle is valid for 15 years from registration and is then renewable in five-year blocks.
How is road tax calculated for vehicles registered at Bhubaneswar-II RTO?
As a one-time tax under the Odisha Motor Vehicles Taxation Act, charged as a percentage of the vehicle’s ex-showroom cost that rises by price band. Confirm the exact figure through the Pay Your Tax facility on the Vahan portal.
What should I do if my learner’s licence expires before I apply for a permanent licence?
A learner’s licence is valid for six months and cannot be renewed. If it expires, a fresh learner’s licence application, including the test and the fee, is required before the permanent licence process can continue.
How can I check vehicle details for an OD-33 registered vehicle online?
Enter the registration number on the Parivahan Know Your Vehicle Details page or use the mParivahan app. The lookup returns the masked owner name, registration date, RTO, fuel type and insurance, PUC and fitness validity.
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