Renewing a vehicle registration after 15 years may sound complicated, but it’s actually simple and mostly online if you follow the right steps. I recently renewed my 2011 WagonR (Chandigarh registration) and completed most of the process without visiting the RTO.
Below is a step-by-step guide to help you renew your vehicle smoothly using mParivahan / State Parivahan portal.
Step 1: Visit Your State Parivahan Website
First, go to your State Transport (Parivahan) website.
Example:
For Chandigarh vehicles → Search for “Chandigarh RLA Parivahan website”
Download the PDF list of required documents
Download Form No. 25 (Application for renewal of Registration Certificate)
📌 Each state may have small differences, so always follow your state-specific guidelines.
Step 2: Get Vehicle Fitness Certificate from an Authorized Vendor
Before applying online, you must obtain a Fitness Certificate.
Visit an authorized fitness testing center
In Chandigarh, authorized vendors include:
Maruti
Toyota
Other approved agencies
💰 Charges (Example):
Fitness fee for my WagonR 2011 model: ₹1,750
After inspection, you will receive a Fitness Certificate, which is mandatory for RC renewal.
Step 3: Fill Form No. 25 (RC Renewal Form)
Fill Form No. 25 carefully as per the downloaded PDF instructions
Vehicle details must match the RC exactly
📌 Important Address Tip:
I have shifted to Punjab, and my Aadhaar address is updated to Punjab, but:
For RC renewal, no address proof was asked
If you do not want to change address, simply:
Write the same address as per old RC in Form 25
This avoids unnecessary address change procedures.
Step 4: Physical Inspection (Very Simple)
In some states, a basic inspection is still required.
Example (Chandigarh):
Inspection officers sit at Sector 23, Children Traffic Park
What they do:
Take owner’s photo with the vehicle
Verify chassis/engine number
Sign and approve Form No. 25
⏱️ Process takes 5–10 minutes only
Step 5: Pay Renewal Fees & Road Tax
After inspection, pay the required fees.
💰 Charges (Chandigarh example):
RC Renewal Fee (15 years): ₹5,700
Road Tax (5 years): ₹975
(Charges may vary slightly by state and vehicle type.)
Step 6: Upload Documents on Parivahan Portal
Now complete the online part:
Upload:
✔️ Filled & signed Form No. 25
✔️ Fitness Certificate
✔️ Payment receipts (if required)
Submit the application through the mParivahan / State Parivahan portal.
Step 7: Track Application & Get Renewed RC
Track your application status online
Renewed RC is usually:
Sent by post, or
Updated digitally in mParivahan app
✅ No repeated RTO visits required.
Key Points to Remember
✔️ Fitness certificate is compulsory
✔️ Address proof not required if address is unchanged
✔️ Most work is online
✔️ Inspection is quick and hassle-free
✔️ Ideal for people who have moved to another state but want to keep old RC