Anjali drives about 40 km across Raipur most days, between home, work and her parents' place. These are mainly city journeys, with short trips and a lot of stopping.
She is choosing between a petrol hatchback and an electric car. The EV would be suitable for those short daily journeys. It also costs more upfront and her apartment building has no charging point yet.
The state's EV incentives add a date to the decision. They apply during the final year of the current policy.
RTO Raipur operates under the code CG-04 and is located at Rawabhata, near Banjari Mandir, in Bhanpuri. It handles vehicle registration, driving licences, road tax, permits and fitness certification.
RTO Raipur address and contact details
The office is at Rawabhata, Banjari Mandir, Bhanpuri, Raipur.
Table: RTO Raipur (CG-04) contact details
Detail | Information |
|---|---|
Office name | Regional Transport Office, Raipur |
RTO code | CG-04 |
Address | Rawabhata, Banjari Mandir, Bhanpuri, Raipur, Chhattisgarh |
Phone | 0771-2563155 |
State transport website |
The department does not publish counter hours for this office. Call before visiting to confirm the counter timings for your service.
What is the RTO code for Raipur?
Raipur's current RTO code is CG-04.
Two other Chhattisgarh codes sometimes appear alongside it and neither is a Raipur registration office for private vehicles. CG-02 is used for Chhattisgarh government vehicles. CG-03 is used for state police vehicles.
Older registrations may carry MP-23. That was Raipur's code when the area was still part of Madhya Pradesh. It predates Chhattisgarh becoming a separate state.
An MP-23 plate is a historical registration and it remains valid. New private vehicles in Raipur are registered under CG-04.
Services offered at RTO Raipur
The office handles registration, licensing, permits, taxation and fitness work.
Table: Services available at RTO Raipur (CG-04)
Category | Services |
|---|---|
Vehicle registration | New registration, temporary registration, permanent RC, duplicate RC, RC renewal |
Ownership | Transfer of ownership, transfer after the owner's death, address change in RC |
Driving licence | Learner's licence, permanent licence, renewal, duplicate licence, international driving permit |
Permits | Goods carriage, national, tourist, contract carriage and interstate permits |
Fitness and compliance | Fitness certificate issue and renewal, vehicle inspection |
Taxation | Lifetime tax, transfer tax, tax clearance |
NOC and hypothecation | No Objection Certificate, addition and removal of hypothecation |
Other | Fancy number booking, HSRP number plates |
How to register a vehicle at RTO Raipur
The registration process has five stages and a dealer usually files it for a new vehicle.
Submit Form 20 with your supporting documents, at the office or on the Parivahan portal.
Pay the lifetime tax and registration fee. Retain the receipt.
Vehicle inspection. An officer checks the engine and chassis numbers.
Verification and approval. The office assigns a permanent registration number.
RC issued. The certificate is dispatched to your registered address.
A dealer-issued temporary registration lets you use the vehicle while the permanent one is processed. Apply for permanent registration before it expires.
Documents required for vehicle registration
The document set is the same whether you or your dealer files it.
Form 20, the application for registration
Form 21, the sale certificate from the dealer
Form 22, the roadworthiness certificate from the manufacturer
Form 34, where the vehicle is financed
Valid motor insurance certificate
Proof of identity and proof of address
Sales invoice from the dealer
PAN card or Form 60 where no PAN is held
Pollution Under Control certificate, where applicable
Passport-size photographs
How to get a driving licence at RTO Raipur
Begin the process on the Parivahan Sarathi portal, then attend only the stages that need you in person.
Learner's licence. Apply online, upload your documents and pay the fee. Book a slot for the test on road signs and rules.
Permanent licence. Apply 30 days after the learner's licence is issued. Book a slot for the practical driving test.
Renewal. Apply online before your licence expires. If you were under 30 when it was issued or last renewed, it remains valid until your 40th birthday. If you were between 30 and 50, it is valid for ten years. Between 50 and 55, it remains valid until you turn 60. From 55 onward, each renewal lasts five years.
Duplicate licence. Apply online if yours is lost or damaged.
International driving permit. Apply at the office with your valid Indian licence, passport and visa.
Table: Driving licence fees
Service | Government fee |
|---|---|
Learner's licence issue | Rs. 150 per class |
Learner's licence test or retest | Rs. 50 |
Driving licence issue | Rs. 200 |
Driving test | Rs. 300 per class |
Driving licence renewal | Rs. 200 |
A medical certificate is needed only if you are over 40 or applying for a transport licence.
RTO Raipur fees: registration, renewal and hypothecation
RTO fees are set centrally, so the statutory amounts at CG-04 match those across India.
Table: Registration fees by vehicle category
Vehicle category | Fee |
|---|---|
Motorcycle | Rs. 300 |
Three-wheeler or light motor vehicle, non-transport | Rs. 600 |
Three-wheeler or light motor vehicle, transport | Rs. 1,000 |
Medium vehicle | Rs. 1,000 |
Heavy vehicle | Rs. 1,500 |
Imported motorcycle | Rs. 2,500 |
Imported motor vehicle | Rs. 5,000 |
Duplicate RC, ownership transfer, address change | Half the registration fee |
These are administrative charges. Lifetime tax is separate.
Renewing a registration. A private vehicle's registration is valid for 15 years. Renewal after that period carries a higher fee, which increases further after 20 years.
Table: Registration renewal fees for a non-transport vehicle
Vehicle and age | Renewal fee |
|---|---|
Motorcycle, 15 to 20 years old | Rs. 1,000 |
Motorcycle, over 20 years old | Rs. 2,000 |
Car or light motor vehicle, 15 to 20 years old | Rs. 5,000 |
Car or light motor vehicle, over 20 years old | Rs. 10,000 |
The car renewal fee for vehicles over 20 years old follows an amendment made in August 2025. Late renewal can attract further charges.
Table: Hypothecation fees
Service | Government fee |
|---|---|
Endorsement, motorcycle | Rs. 500 |
Endorsement, three-wheeler, quadricycle or light motor vehicle | Rs. 1,500 |
Endorsement, medium or heavy vehicle | Rs. 3,000 |
Cancellation of hypothecation | No separate fee |
The amounts on this page are statutory government fees. Portal, smart card, postal or other user charges may apply separately.
How much is road tax in Chhattisgarh?
Chhattisgarh charges a lifetime tax of 6% or 7% of vehicle cost on a new private car.
The rate depends on the vehicle's cost. For this calculation, vehicle cost includes the tax the dealer realises on the sale.
Table: Chhattisgarh lifetime tax on a new private vehicle
Vehicle | Lifetime tax |
|---|---|
Private car, vehicle cost up to Rs. 5 lakh | 6% of vehicle cost |
Private car, vehicle cost above Rs. 5 lakh | 7% of vehicle cost |
New two-wheeler | 5% of vehicle cost |
These rates date from a 2010 amendment to the state's taxation Act. It raised them from the earlier 5% and 6%.
No separate road safety cess, green cess or surcharge is added to the lifetime tax at first registration.
How to transfer vehicle ownership at RTO Raipur
A used vehicle must be transferred into the buyer's name within 30 days of purchase.
Complete Form 29, the notice of transfer and Form 30, the report of transfer, signed by buyer and seller.
Gather the original RC, a valid insurance certificate and a PUC certificate.
Add the buyer's identity and address proof and a pencil print of the chassis and engine numbers.
Get a No Objection Certificate from the financier if a loan is registered against the vehicle.
Submit the file at the office where the vehicle is registered and pay the transfer fee.
The transfer fee is half the registration fee for the vehicle's category. Chhattisgarh's transfer tax is charged in addition.
The insurance policy must be moved into the buyer's name separately. Otherwise the new owner may not have own damage protection under the policy.
Transfer tax when you buy a used vehicle
From 18 September 2025, Chhattisgarh charges a transfer tax when a vehicle's ownership changes.
For a non-transport vehicle, the transfer tax is 1% of the vehicle's standard value at registration.
This is a charge on the change of ownership. It is separate from the lifetime tax paid when the vehicle was first registered.
Budget for it when you buy a used car. The buyer and seller should agree in advance who will pay it.
When you need an NOC from RTO Raipur
Moving a Raipur-registered vehicle to another state needs a No Objection Certificate from this office.
The new state's RTO asks for the NOC before it re-registers the vehicle. Apply at CG-04 on Form 28, either at the office or on the Parivahan portal.
Clear any pending challans and tax dues first, since the office checks for them. If a loan is registered against the vehicle, the financier's consent is also needed.
An NOC is normally valid for six months. Complete re-registration in the new state within that period.
Road tax benefits for electric vehicles
Under the Chhattisgarh EV Policy 2022, eligible EVs purchased during the final policy year receive a 25% road tax waiver.
The current five-year policy period runs through 31 March 2027. The waiver steps down over that period. It started at 100% and stands at 25% in the final year.
Table: Chhattisgarh EV incentives in the current policy year
Incentive | Current position |
|---|---|
Road tax waiver | 25% |
Purchase subsidy | 10% of eligible vehicle value, capped at Rs. 1 lakh |
Vehicles priced above Rs. 20 lakh | No purchase subsidy |
Hybrid vehicles | No purchase subsidy |
Registration fee | Exempt during the policy period |
The subsidy cap was reduced to Rs. 1 lakh from 29 May 2025. Older articles quoting Rs. 1.5 lakh predate that change.
Illustrative tax calculation for the two options: Using illustrative prices for Anjali's two options:
Table: Illustrative road tax on a petrol car and an EV
Vehicle | Vehicle cost | Road tax at 7% | After 25% EV waiver |
|---|---|---|---|
Petrol hatchback | Rs. 10,00,000 | Rs. 70,000 | Not applicable |
Electric car | Rs. 14,00,000 | Rs. 98,000 | Rs. 73,500 |
The EV would also qualify for a purchase subsidy of up to Rs. 1 lakh. Its registration fee is exempt too.
Anjali's 40 km of daily city driving is the kind of use an EV handles well. This needs to be considered alongside the higher upfront price and the missing charging point at her building.
These incentives apply under the current policy, which runs to 31 March 2027. What follows after that date has not been set. These are illustrative numbers, so confirm the vehicle cost, tax and subsidy with the dealer.
Which RTO Raipur services can you complete online?
Many licence and tax-related services do not require a counter visit, though registration always does.
Table: Online and in-person RTO services
Service | Online | Requires a visit |
|---|---|---|
Learner's licence application | Yes, on the Sarathi portal | Only for the test |
Permanent driving licence | Application online | Yes, for the driving test |
Driving licence renewal | Yes | No |
Duplicate licence | Yes | Sometimes, for collection |
Tax payment | Yes | No |
Challan payment | Yes | No |
NOC application | Yes | Available either way |
Transfer of ownership | Application online | Yes |
Address change in RC | No | Yes |
The Chhattisgarh Transport Department also runs an online module for EV subsidy applications.
Why insurance comes before registration
A vehicle cannot be registered in India without a valid insurance certificate in force.
Third-party cover is the legal minimum under Section 146 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. New private cars are issued a bundled policy. It carries three years of third-party cover with one year of own damage cover.
Insurance is also required when ownership is transferred. The policy must be moved into the buyer's name separately. Otherwise the new owner may not have own damage protection under the policy.
Driving without valid insurance carries Rs. 2,000 for a first offence, rising to Rs. 4,000 for a repeat. You also remain personally liable for third-party compensation awarded against you.
Comprehensive cover is can be considered in addition to third-party cover in Raipur. City traffic, monsoon waterlogging and highway runs out of the capital are not covered under a third-party policy.
Zurich Kotak General Insurance Company (India) Limited covers cars and two-wheelers. Options include comprehensive, third-party and standalone own damage policies .
Conclusion
Call the office before visiting. The department does not publish counter hours for Raipur.
Calculate the applicable tax based on the relevant vehicle value. A new car pays 6% or 7%. A used one attracts a 1% transfer tax on change of ownership.
If you are considering an EV, note the date. The current incentives run under a policy that ends on 31 March 2027.
Anjali has asked her building society whether a charging point can be installed. She has also asked the dealer for on-road quotes on both cars before she decides.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the RTO code for Raipur?
CG-04. The office is at Rawabhata, Banjari Mandir, Bhanpuri, Raipur.
What is the RTO Raipur phone number?
0771-2563155. Call before visiting, since the department does not publish counter hours.
What are CG-02 and CG-03?
CG-02 is used for Chhattisgarh government vehicles. CG-03 is used for state police vehicles.
What does MP-23 mean on a Raipur vehicle?
MP-23 was Raipur's code before Chhattisgarh became a separate state. Such registrations are historical and remain valid.
How much is road tax on a new car in Chhattisgarh?
6% of vehicle cost up to Rs. 5 lakh and 7% above that.
How much is road tax on a new two-wheeler in Chhattisgarh?
5% of vehicle cost.
Is there a transfer tax on used cars in Chhattisgarh?
Yes. From 18 September 2025, a non-transport vehicle attracts a transfer tax of 1% of its standard value.
Do electric cars get a road tax waiver in Chhattisgarh?
Eligible EVs bought in the final policy year receive a 25% road tax waiver. The current policy runs to 31 March 2027.
Do hybrid cars get a subsidy in Chhattisgarh?
No. Hybrids do not receive the purchase subsidy under the amended policy.
How long is a learner's licence valid?
Six months from issue. Apply for the permanent licence within that period.
Do I need a medical certificate for a driving licence?
Only if you are over 40 or applying for a transport vehicle licence.
Is there a fee to cancel hypothecation?
No separate government fee is charged. Portal or card charges may still apply.
Do I need insurance before registering a vehicle?
Yes. A valid insurance certificate is included in the registration document requirements. Registration cannot proceed without one.
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