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Bihar is an ancient state of east India. Bordering Nepal, this state bestows the richness of Buddhism. It is the 13th largest state of India that is home to several tourist attractions and ancient monuments. The state is concerned about its transportation. Bihar RTO Office ensures the enforcement of appropriate transportation rules and regulations in the state.

Bihar transport department works under the provision of the Motor Vehicle Act of 1988. The Bihar RTO is under the Transport Department of Bihar. The transport department in Bihar is headed by the State Transport Commissioner. There were about 8.5 million vehicles registered in Bihar during the year 2019.

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Functions of Bihar Regional Transport Department

RTO in Bihar is responsible for managing transportation in the state. Several other functions are also performed at Bihar RTO Office and some of these are:

Ensuring speedy Registration of Motor Vehicle in the state
Issuance of Driving License
Issuance of Conductor License
Approval of Fitness certificates and NOC
Issuance of Online Permits Application for transport and non-transport vehicles
Issuance of Objection System for vehicles
Renewal of motor vehicle registration certificates
Renewal of driving license
Collection of motor vehicle tax
Issuance of duplicate registration certificates
Enforcement of safety norms for vehicles
Managing the road safety issues

Note: RTO Codes BR - 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 20, 23, 35, 36, 40, 41, 42, 47 have now been moved to Jharkhand (JH) codes. Thus, they are no longer operational.

List of RTO offices in Bihar

RTO office	RTO Code
Araria	BR-38
Arawal	BR-56
Aurangabad	BR-26
Banka	BR-51
Begusarai	BR-09
Bettiah	BR-22
Bhabhua	BR-45
Bhagalpur	BR-10
Bhojpur	BR-03
Buxur	BR-44
Chapara	BR-04
Darbhanga	BR-07
Gaya	BR-02
Gopalganj	BR-28
Jamui	BR-46
Jehanabad	BR-25
Katihar	BR-39
Khagaria	BR-34
Kishanganj	BR-37
Lakhisarai	BR-53
Madhepura	BR-43
Madhubani	BR-32
Motihari	BR-05
Munger	BR-08
Muzaffarpur	BR-06
Nalanda	BR-21
Nawada	BR-27
Patna	BR-01
Purnea	BR-11
Rohtas	BR-57
Rohtas	BR-24
Saharsa	BR-19
Samastipur	BR-33
Sheikhpura	BR-52
Sheohar	BR-55
Sitamarhi	BR-30
Siwan	BR-29
Supaul	BR-50
Vaishali	BR-31

RTO Codes for Different States and Union Territories of India

There are different RTO codes for different States and Union Territories in India for easy identification of the RTO location based on the vehicle's number plate. The different RTO codes for States and Union Territories in India are as follows:

How does RTO Impact Your Vehicle Insurance Premium in Bihar?

An owner of the vehicle must have a valid insurance certificate to drive their vehicle on the road of Bihar. Without a valid certificate, he is liable to pay legal fees. It is thus important to get an insurance plan at the right time. One can also obtain it online with a third-party insurance policy.

There are different insurance available with different premiums. The premium may depend on the location of the city. It may also depend on other factors such as the total number of registered vehicles in the city, the rate of vehicle theft, and the probability of disaster in the city.

How to Get Vehicle Registration in Bihar?

One can also register their vehicle online at the Bihar RTO Website or can apply for a registration certificate by visiting the nearest RTO in Bihar. Here are the details of registration:

Temporary Registration

Temporary registration of vehicles is important because this provides a time period in which the vehicle owner can apply for permanent registration. This time period is usually of a month in which the owner needs to apply for Permanent Registration to the respective RTO.

Permanent Registration

As per the Motor Vehicle Act of 1988, it is illegal for a vehicle to drive without a valid registration. To obtain a permanent registration, the owner can apply on Bihar RTO Online site or can visit the concerned RTO and can apply for RC with form 20, valid insurance certificate, temporary registration, etc.

Duplicate Registration

For every vehicle, it is compulsory to keep their RC but sometimes due to unknown reasons it is lost or destroyed and in such cases, one can apply for a duplicate RC at RTO. The process starts with launching a missing complaint at a nearby police station. Then the owner needs to apply for duplicate RC with form no. 26, police report, valid insurance certificate etc.

Ownership Transfer

While selling a vehicle, it is required to transfer the ownership of the vehicle for which one needs to apply for ownership transfer to the respective RTO office with documents including form 29, form 30, NOC, registration certificate, etc.

Renewal of Registration

After a period of 15 years, it is compulsory to get your registration certificate renewed. This can be done at the nearest RTO. For this, you need to apply for renewal with form 25 and other relevant documents. After which an inspection process is completed and renewal can be initiated.

Ownership Transfer to Another State

If a second-hand sale of a vehicle is to be done to someone in another state, it is necessary for the owner to file a NOC in Bihar. After obtaining a NOC, it is possible to apply for transfer in the respective state with documents such as Form 28, original registration certificate, insurance certificate, etc. One can also complete this process online by knowing the Bihar RTO Code of the respective RTO.

Transfer of RC in Case of Death

If the legal heir wishes to sell the vehicle after the demise of the owner of the vehicle, he needs to transfer the ownership in his name. For this, he needs to inform the RTO office, and then he needs to apply for ownership transfer with documents such as succession certificate, death certificate, original registration certificate, etc.

How to Get Motor Insurance in Bihar?

As per the guidelines from the Bihar transportation department, just like elsewhere in the country, it is compulsory for all the vehicles of Bihar to have third-party insurance. So, as to drive their vehicles on the roads of Bihar, it is mandatory for vehicle owners to buy vehicle insurance. The motor insurance plans are available online and offline and one can choose the best plan by providing their Bihar vehicle registration details.

One can compare various available insurance plans online and can choose the best insurance plan that offers the best compensation at a suitable premium. It's one’s personal choice to opt for third-party insurance or can go for compressive insurance.

How to Get a Four Wheeler Motor Insurance in Bihar?

Car Insurance Plans in Bihar can be availed online as well as offline. However, in the online option, you have the flexibility of choosing the one that best suits your needs and then opting accordingly. The most common options are mandatory third-party only and comprehensive car insurance plans.

How to Get Two-Wheeler Motor Insurance in Bihar?

Bike Insurance plans in Bihar can either be only the third party coverage, according to the law, or a comprehensive bike insurance plan which covers the own damage as well. In this type, you have the option to get add-on benefits as well. This can be compared online and then chosen as per requirements.