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God’s Own Country, Kerala, is a magnificent state located on the Malabar Coast. This makes it a state with various serene beaches. Kerela offers a perfect blend of sea and mountain, and the state government is highly concerned about its traffic rules.

The Kerala transport department is responsible for managing the transportation of Kerala. There are 18 districts of RTO in Kerala (KL). Kerala RTO was established for the development of road transport under the provision of the Motor Vehicle Act 1988. All the RTO offices come under the Motor Vehicle department of Kerala which is headed by the Government of Kerala and is directed by the Transport commissioner.

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Functions of Kerala Regional Transport Department

Other than transport management, Kerala RTO Office is also responsible for the following functions:

Registration of Motor Vehicle in state
Issuing of Driving License
Issuing of Conductor License
Issuing of learners license
Approving Fitness certificate or NOC
Issuing of Online Permits Application and Objection System for vehicles
Issuing Vehicle transfer certificates
Collection of road tax
Inspection of vehicle damages in case of accidents
Renewal of driving license
Ensuring road safety measures
Issue of international driving license

List of RTO offices in Kerala

RTO office	RTO Code
Adoor	KL-26
Alappuzha	KL-04
Alathur	KL-49
Aluva	KL-41
Angamaly	KL-63
Attingal	KL-16
Chadayamangalam	KL-82
Chalakkudy	KL-64
Changanassery	KL-33
Chengannur	KL-30
Cherthala	KL-32
Chittur	KL-70
Devikulam	KL-68
Ernakulam	KL-07
Guruvayur	KL-46
Idukki	KL-06
Irinjalakuda	KL-45
Iritty	KL-78
Kanhangad	KL-60
Kanjirappally	KL-34
Kannur	KL-13
Karunagappalli	KL-23
Kasaragod	KL-14
Kattakada	KL-74
Kayamkulam	KL-29
Kazhakootam	KL-22
Kodungallur	KL-47
Koduvally	KL-57
Kollam	KL-02
Kondotty	KL-84
Konni	KL-83
Kothamangalam	KL-44
Kottarakkara	KL-24
Kottayam	KL-05
Koyilandy	KL-56
Kozhikode	KL-11
Kunnathur	KL-61
Kuttanad	KL-66
Malappuram	KL-10
Mallappally	KL-28
Mananthavady	KL-72
Mannarkkad	KL-50
Mattancherry	KL-43
Mavelikkara	KL-31
Muvattupuzha	KL-17
Nanmanda	KL-76
Nationalized Sector	KL-15
Nedumangad	KL-21
Neyyattinkara	KL-20
Nilambur	KL-71
North Paravur	KL-42
Ottappalam	KL-51
Pala	KL-35
Palakkad	KL-09
Parassala	KL-19
Pathanamthitta	KL-03
Pathanapuram	KL-80
Pattambi	KL-52
Payyannur	KL-86
Perambra	KL-77
Perinthalmanna	KL-53
Perumbavoor	KL-40
Ponnani	KL-54
Punalur	KL-25
Ramanattukara Feroke	KL-85
Ranni	KL-62
Sulthan Bathery	KL-73
Thalassery	KL-58
Thaliparamba	KL-59
Thiruvalla	KL-27
Thodupuzha	KL-38
Thriprayar	KL-75
Thrissur	KL-08
Tirur	KL-55
Tirurangadi	KL-65
Tripunithura	KL-39
Trivandrum	KL-01
Udumbanchola	KL-69
Uzhavoor	KL-67
Vaikom	KL-36
Vandiperiyar	KL-37
Varkala	KL-81
Vatakara	KL-18
Vellarikundu	KL-79
Wadakkancherry	KL-48
Wayanad	KL-12

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 to Get Motor Insurance in Kerala?

Kerala is a state that observes heavy monsoons and is also prone to natural disasters and to remain safe in times of uncertainty, it is always better to opt for appropriate motor insurance in Kerala. Also, as per norms of the Motor Vehicle Act 1988, it is compulsory for every vehicle to have insurance.

The premium of insurance may vary depending on several factors and thus, it is always better to compare available insurance plans in detail before buying a suitable plan. One can also choose to buy a four-vehicle insurance plan offline as well, however, the online procedure is simpler and much quicker.

How to Get a Four-wheeler Motor Insurance in Kerela (KL)?

Compare the various four-wheeler car insurance plans available in Kerela (KL) and then choose according to your needs from the options available, such as third-party only, comprehensive or pay as you drive.

How to Get a Two-wheeler Motor Insurance in Kerela (KL)?

Even for two-wheeler bike insurance plans in Kerela (KL) you can choose from third party only or comprehensive, depending on your requirements. Third party only bike insurance plans are mandatory but you can also opt for the best comprehensive plan according to your needs.

How does RTO Impact Your Vehicle Insurance Premium in Kerala (KL)?

Kerala is a state that observes heavy monsoons and is also prone to natural disasters and to remain safe in times of uncertainty, it is always better to opt for appropriate vehicle insurance in Kerala (KL). Also, as per norms of the Motor Vehicle Act 1988, it is compulsory for every vehicle to have insurance. One can check various suitable insurance policies at Kerala RTO Online.

The premium of insurance may vary depending on several factors such as the number of vehicles in the city, cases of natural disasters, rate of vehicle theft, and location of the city.

How to Get Vehicle Registration in Kerala (KL)?

It is essential for every vehicle to get registered in Kerala according to the rules of the Motor Vehicle Act 1988. It is thus important to cater to Kerala vehicle registration details for the registration of vehicles. Details are mentioned below:

Temporary Registration

As per Section 43 included in the Motor Vehicle Act 1988, a vehicle can roam with temporary registration for about a month on a temporary basis. The temporary certificate can be obtained by a dealer but one must obtain a permanent registration within one month.

Permanent Registration

As per section 39 included in Motor Vehicle Act 1988, it is compulsory for every new vehicle to be registered in relevant RTO. Vehicle registration is an easy process and one can apply for RC to RTO with Form 20 and other documents within 7 days of the purchase of the vehicle.

Ownership Transfer

The RC transfer is a simple process that can be done at the relevant RTO office or at the Kerala RTO Website. This is done when the vehicle is sold or acquired at a public auction. For this one needs to apply for RC transfer at the RTO office with documents such as Forms no. 29, 30, original vehicle registration, NOC, vehicle insurance document, etc.

Ownership transfer to another state

When ownership of a vehicle is to be transferred from Kerala to another state, the owner needs to obtain a NOC from the relevant RTO office. After this, he/she can apply for registration certificate transfer in another city with documents such as NOC, Form no. 27, original registration certificate, insurance certificate, etc. One can also apply online by knowing the Kerala RTO Code of respective states.

Transfer of RC in case of death

In case of the death of the owner of the vehicle, the legal successor has to intimate the registration authority. After which he needs to apply for RC transfer within 30 days of the demise. He can apply with documents such as death certificate, succession certificate, Form 31, etc.

Renewal of Registration

Registration certificate for any vehicle is applicable for only 15 years after which the owner needs to renew the RC. For renewal of vehicle registration, the owner can apply to the RTO office with documents such as Form no. 25, RC, insurance document, etc. The process includes inspection of the vehicle before the renewal of the registration certificate.

Duplicate Registration

If due to any reason the original registration copy is destroyed, misplaced or lost, it is possible to obtain a duplicate RC. For this, the owner needs to lodge a complaint in the concerned police station. After this, he/she can avail another copy by approaching the RTO authority. Here he needs to apply with Form no. 26, police certificate, vehicle insurance document, etc.