RTO Codes & Offices Directory
Below is the verified list of Regional Transport Offices (RTOs) operating across Punjab. Use the search box to quickly filter by city name or RTO code.
| RTO Code | Office Location / Jurisdiction |
|---|---|
| PB-01 | Chandigarh (Punjab) |
| PB-02 | Amritsar |
| PB-08 | Jalandhar |
| PB-10 | Ludhiana (West) |
| PB-11 | Patiala |
| PB-65 | Mohali |
RTO Service Fees in Punjab
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) sets the baseline fee architecture under the Central Motor Vehicles Rules (CMVR). However, Punjab applies specific regional service levies, smart card delivery rates, and automated testing track usage charges.
| Transport Service Category | Official RTO Fee | Processing Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Learner's Licence (LL) Issue | ₹150 | Standard computer test at RTO or e-Sewa Kendra. |
| Permanent Driving Licence (DL) Test | ₹300 + ₹200 | ₹300 skill test and ₹200 smart card fee. |
| Driving Licence Renewal (Form 9) | ₹200 | Standard late penalty of ₹300 post grace period. |
| New Vehicle Registration (Private LMV) | ₹600 | Excludes safety cess and state-level road tax. |
| Hypothecation (HP) Removal from RC | ₹500 (Car) / ₹200 (Bike) | Requires bank NOC and Form 35 submission. |
| Transfer of Ownership (RC TO) | ₹300 (Bike) / ₹500 (Car) | Fresh smart card dispatched via Punjab Speed Post. |
*Note: A ₹50-₹100 postal speed post charge is automatically appended to all approved smart card renewals/issuances. Punjab adds a 1% Social Security Cess on luxury vehicle registrations.
Local Application Process & e-KYC Flow
Punjab enforces an advanced digital pipeline dividing citizen services into Faceless (Contactless) and Physical Counter applications.
Faceless Services (No RTO Visit Required)
Punjab offers faceless driving services online utilizing the e-Sewa Punjab citizen portal infrastructure.
Physical Services (RTO Slot Mandatory)
Services that require biometric collection, physical verification, or skill checks require you to print your online receipt, book an RTO slot, and visit in-person. These include: Permanent Driving Licence Skill Test, Vehicle Fitness Inspections, and legacy non-digitized RC renewals.
Traffic Challan Rules & Fines in Punjab
Traffic safety compliance is actively tracked across all regional expressways and municipal junctions in Punjab using speed cameras and automated ANPR interceptors. Settle compounding fines within 60 days on the official eChallan portal to prevent court summonses.
| Traffic Violation | Fine Amount | Regulatory Action / Suspension |
|---|---|---|
| Over-Speeding (LMV Class) | ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 for second offense and license suspension. |
| Riding Without Helmet | ₹1,000 | Helmet violations require helmet wearing proof to clear. |
| Drunken Driving (DUI) | ₹10,000 | Strict zero-tolerance compounding fines; mandatory trial. |
| Driving Without Valid Insurance | ₹2,000 | Vehicles without insurance are not permitted on expressways. |
⏱️ DL Test Timings & Slot Bookings
Getting a driving licence in Punjab requires careful timing. Ensure you follow the official schedule to prevent slot expirations and payment forfeitures.
RTO Working Hours
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Citizen service counters close at 3:00 PM.
Slot Booking Window
10:00 AM Daily
Slots open daily on Sarathi; dispatch time is 5-7 days.
Automated Test Slots
09:30 AM – 02:30 PM
Dedicated automated tracks equipped with camera checkpoints conduct tests.