REGISTRATION OF MOTOR VEHICLE IN DELHI
Q: Who is the Appellate Authority for hearing appeals under section 57 of the Act in Delhi?
The authority designated to hear appeals Under section 57 of the Act is the Appellate Authority.
Q: What is the procedure for filing an appeal under Rule 27 in Delhi?
(1) An appeal must be submitted in duplicate using a memorandum form. One copy should be accompanied by a fee of one hundred rupees. The memorandum should clearly state the grounds of objection to the order made by the registering authority or the Inspector of Motor Vehicles and must include a certified copy of the order being appealed.
(2) Upon lodging an appeal, a notice must be issued to the registering authority in the form specified by the appellate authority.
(3) The appellate authority will review the appeal, provide an opportunity for the parties to be heard, and may conduct further inquiries if deemed necessary. The authority may then confirm, vary, or set aside the order of the registering authority or the Inspector of Motor Vehicles and issue an appropriate order.
(4) Any person filing an appeal is entitled to obtain a copy of any document filed with the registering authority or the Inspector of Motor Vehicles related to the order in question. The fee for obtaining such documents is twenty-five rupees per page.
Q: What is the fee for issuing details of Registration/Permit of a registered vehicle in lieu of a Certificate of Registration/Permit in Delhi?
The fee for issuing details of Registration/Permit of a registered vehicle in lieu of a Certificate of Registration/Permit is fifty rupees per vehicle. However, any official agency enquiring about the details of a vehicle for official purposes is exempt from this fee.
Q: Can the appellate authority refund fees, and under what conditions?
Yes, the appellate authority may order a refund of the fee if it deems such a refund to be just and equitable.
Q: Who qualifies as a Registering Authority under the rules in Delhi?
The Registering Authority is any officer appointed or empowered by the Commissioner. For registering non-transport vehicles on first sale from a dealer with a valid trade certificate, the Commissioner may empower a person with sufficient administrative experience from the manufacturer or dealer as a Registering Authority, subject to specified terms and conditions.
Q: What form should the Certificate of Registration for vehicles registered in Delhi on or after the commencement of the Delhi Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Rules, 2004 be issued in?
The Certificate of Registration for all motor vehicles registered in Delhi on or after the commencement of the Delhi Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Rules, 2004 should be issued in Form 23A. Vehicles registered prior to this date must also possess a Certificate of Registration in Form 23A within two years of the rules' commencement.
Q: What are the fees and conditions for the issue or renewal of a certificate of fitness for a transport vehicle in Delhi?
If a transport vehicle is produced for the issue or renewal of a certificate of fitness after the expiry of the last certificate and no intimation is given regarding its non-use, a late fee of ten rupees per day for the first fifteen days and twenty rupees per day thereafter must be paid, in addition to the fresh registration fee. Proof of residence must be submitted along with the application for the issue or renewal of the certificate.
Q: What is the procedure for issuing a duplicate certificate of registration for a transport vehicle if it is lost or destroyed?
If the certificate of registration or fitness for a transport vehicle is lost or destroyed, the owner must:
(1) Notify the registering authority in writing and apply using Form 26 for a duplicate certificate.
(2) Provide a copy of the first information report (FIR) if the certificate was lost.
(3) Submit proof of residence, pay the prescribed fee, and obtain a “No Challan Certificate” from the Delhi Traffic Police and Enforcement Branch, among other required documents.
(4) A duplicate certificate will be issued in Form 23 or Form 23A with the word “DUPLICATE” clearly stamped in red ink.
Q: What should be done if a duplicate certificate of registration is found after a new one has been issued in Delhi?
If the original certificate is found after a duplicate has been issued, the original certificate must be delivered to the registering authority. If found by someone else, it should be delivered to the holder or to the nearest police station.
Q: What is the procedure for temporary registration of a motor vehicle?
Temporary registration can be granted when a vehicle is newly purchased and needs to be driven to the registering authority, or if the registration cannot be obtained due to office closure or other reasons. The temporary certificate of registration and registration mark will serve as a regular certificate temporarily. The application must be in writing and include a certificate from the seller. The temporary registration is valid for up to one month, extendable to three months for chassis under certain conditions, with an additional fee of six hundred rupees.
Q: What should be done if a vehicle is intended to be permanently registered in another state or union territory of India?
The registering authority must send an acknowledgment to the authority that issued the temporary certificate of registration. This acknowledgment should be attached to the counterfoil of the temporary registration records.
Q: How are firms and associations involved in issuing temporary certificates of registration regulated in Delhi?
Firms and associations appointed to issue temporary certificates must follow specific regulations, including maintaining records of issued certificates, which are open to inspection by police or Transport Department officers. They are allocated a block of registration marks by the registering authority.
Q: What is the fee for temporary registration of all vehicles for a month?
The temporary registration fee for a month for all vehicles is half of the registration fee prescribed under Rule 81 of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989.
Q: How is the Motor Vehicles Tax for temporary registration determined for different types of vehicles in Delhi?
The Motor Vehicles Tax for temporary registration is as follows:
- Private non-transport vehicles (e.g., two-wheelers, cars, vans, and jeeps): ₹200.
- All other vehicles (e.g., three-wheelers, light motor vehicles, light goods vehicles, medium goods vehicles, medium passenger transport vehicles, and heavy passenger/goods transport vehicles): ₹350.
Q: What is required for the registration of a vehicle in Delhi regarding Pollution Under Control (PUC) certification?
No vehicle shall be registered in Delhi without a "Pollution Under Control" certification from the concerned zonal office. This requirement also applies to the issuance of temporary registration.
Q: Where must the particulars of a transport vehicle be exhibited according to the rules?
The particulars, including weight in kilograms and other prescribed details, must be exhibited on the left-hand side of every transport vehicle. The information should be set forth in English/Hindi letters and numbers that are at least two and a half centimeters high and wide. If there is insufficient plane surface on the left-hand side, the particulars may be displayed in any convenient and visible place on that side.
Q: Can the Commissioner exempt any person or class of persons from paying fees for the issue or renewal of a registration certificate in Delhi?
Yes, the Commissioner has the authority to exempt any person or class of persons from the payment of fees for the issue or renewal of a registration certificate by issuing an order.
Q: What is the protocol for using forms other than those prescribed by the Central Government?
The rules specify that certain forms must be used, other than those prescribed by the Central Government, for the purposes outlined in this chapter.
| Serial number | Form | Subject |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | C.R.TEM | Temporary certificate of registration. |
| 2 | C.F.X | Refusal to renew a certificate of fitness. |
| 3 | R.Temp | Temporary Receipt for Certificate of Registration |
| 4 | TVC. | Road Tax Verification Certificate. |
Q: What should be done when a motor vehicle not registered in the State is kept in the State for more than 14 days?
When a motor vehicle that is not registered in the State is kept in the State for a period exceeding 14 days, the owner or person in charge of the vehicle must send an intimation to the registering authority. The intimation should include:
(a) The owner’s name and permanent address, and the address for the time being;
(b) The registration mark of the vehicle;
(c) The mark and description of the vehicle;
(d) For transport vehicles, the date on which the permit was issued or countersigned within the State.
For transport vehicles covered by a permit valid in the State, reporting is required only on the first entry.
Q: What is the amount to be paid for the period of delay as laid down under the Act?
The amount to be paid for the period of delay is ₹50 for the first thirty days or part thereof after the prescribed period. Thereafter, the fee increases to ₹100 per month or part thereof.
Q: What is the procedure for extending the validity of a certificate of fitness pending consideration or repairs?
(1) Pending consideration of an application for renewal or repairs, the Board of Inspection will note conditions on Form C.F.X. These conditions will not permit the vehicle to be used for passenger conveyance for hire or reward or for carrying goods other than those related to repairs.
(2) If the Board defers its decision and provides a list of defects in Form C.F.X, and if the vehicle is not presented for further inspection within two months (or a longer specified period), the certificate of fitness will be deemed cancelled from the date it was suspended if it has not expired.
(3) When issuing or renewing a certificate of fitness, the Board will endorse the period of validity and the date, time, and place of the next inspection.
(4) The fee for issuing a certificate in Form C.F.X. is half of the fees prescribed for fitness under Rule 81 of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989.
Q: Can the Commissioner exempt certain motor vehicles from provisions in this chapter in Delhi?
Yes, the Commissioner may grant exemptions from the provisions of this chapter, subject to conditions and fees prescribed for the exemption of motor vehicles in the possession of dealers.
Q: How is information regarding stolen and recovered vehicles handled in Delhi?
The Police Department in Delhi is required to furnish information regarding stolen and recovered vehicles to the Secretary (Transport) every month. This information must reach the Secretary by the 5th day of the following month.
Q: How is the State Register of Motor Vehicles maintained?
The State Register of Motor Vehicles must be maintained in each zonal office and a copy must be sent to the Joint Director of the Transport Department every month in Form 41.
Additionally, the State Register of Motor Vehicles is maintained in electronic form, in Form 23A, and must contain additional information as specified in part "B" of the form.
PART - B
Q: What additional information is included in the Smart Card for vehicle registration?
The Smart Card for vehicle registration contains the following additional information as Part 'B':
(1) The previous details of the tax record of the cardholder.
(2) Past history of accidents involving the cardholder.
(3) Biometrics (thumb impressions, photographs, etc.).
(4) A complete database of pending prosecution cases received from other zonal offices and states.
(5) Particulars of wanted notices received from other government departments, such as Police and Excise.
(6) Any other relevant information ordered to be included from time to time.
Q: What are the fees associated with the computerization of registration records?
For applications related to various rules under the Delhi Motor Vehicles Rules, 1993, and the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, a fee of ₹170 is required for Part 'B' of the registration record. This is in addition to the fees prescribed under other rules. Exceptions apply to vehicles not requiring modification or update, and vehicles registered outside Delhi not applying for a new registration mark in Delhi. The State Government may grant partial or full exemptions from these fees.
Q: What is the total fee for issuing a Smart Optical Card for vehicle registration?
The total fee for issuing a Smart Optical Card is ₹370 per card per vehicle. This includes ₹200 for the Smart Optical Card and ₹170 for the additional costs related to infrastructure and maintenance. For a new light motor vehicle, the total amount due at registration would be ₹200 (registration fee) + ₹370 = ₹570.
Q: What should be done if a certificate of registration or certificate of fitness is submitted to a registering authority?
When a certificate of registration or a certificate of fitness is submitted to a registering authority for any purpose and neither certificate has been suspended or cancelled, the registering authority will issue a temporary receipt in Form R. Tem. This receipt can be used in place of the original certificate until the receipt's specified term expires. There is no fee for issuing this receipt.
Q: What is the fee for a road tax verification certificate?
The fee for the verification of road tax is ₹40 per vehicle, and the road tax verification certificate is issued in Form T.V.C. For a duplicate road tax verification certificate, the fee is ₹10 per vehicle.
Q: Can the Commissioner exempt any vehicle or class of vehicles from the provisions of the rules?
Yes, the Commissioner can exempt any vehicle, class of vehicles, or person from the provisions of the rules in this chapter by issuing a written order.
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