Mizoram RTO

Mizoram RTO oversees transport activities for 3,54,914 vehicles registered in the state (Statistics from Mizoram Transport Department), under the direct supervision of the Transport Department of Mizoram. The Regional Transport Office (RTO) executes services like vehicle registrations, driving licences, permits, implementation of traffic law, collecting road tax, etc., in the state of Mizoram.

Here’s the official list of RTO codes Mizoram for the state of Mizoram (India).

Note: These codes form the first part of the vehicle registration number in Mizoram (e.g., MZ-01-AB-1234).

The RTO Mizoram, under the Mizoram Transport Department, manages vehicle and driver regulations with a focus on the state’s hilly terrain and border districts.

• Registers vehicles and issues MZ-series registration numbers

• Issues and renews driving licences, including hill-driving compliance checks

• Collects road tax and transport-related statutory fees in Mizoram

• Grants permits for passenger and goods vehicles, including border-area operations

• Conducts vehicle fitness inspections and enforces PUC norms

• Enforces the Motor Vehicles Act with emphasis on hill-road safety

• Runs road safety awareness and compliance drives

• Delivers services digitally via VAHAN and SARATHI platforms

A Registration Certificate (RC) in Mizoram is an official document issued by the RTO that proves a vehicle is legally registered under the MZ series. Issued by the Mizoram RTOs, the RC is mandatory for driving, insurance, resale, and compliance with the Motor Vehicles Act.

A Temporary RC is issued for newly purchased vehicles to allow limited-time road usage until permanent registration is completed.

Steps to Get a Temporary RC

• Vehicle dealer applies for temporary registration at the local Mizoram RTO.

• Basic vehicle and owner details are submitted.

• A temporary registration number is issued, usually valid for up to 30 days.

Documents Required for Temporary RC

• Sales invoice from dealer

• Form 20 (Application for Registration)

• Valid insurance certificate

• Identity proof of vehicle owner

• Address proof of vehicle owner

A Permanent RC is mandatory for long-term use of the vehicle and is issued after verification and inspection in Mizoram.

Steps to Get a Permanent RC

• Apply online via VAHAN portal or through the vehicle dealer.

• Submit application at the respective Mizoram RTO.

• Vehicle inspection and chassis number verification by RTO officials.

• Payment of registration fees and applicable road tax.

• Permanent RC issued (smart card or digital RC).

Documents Required for Permanent RC

• Form 20 (duly filled)

• Temporary RC (if applicable)

• Sales invoice (Form 21)

• Roadworthiness certificate (Form 22)

• Valid motor insurance certificate

• Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate

• Address proof of owner (Mizoram)

• Identity proof of owner

• Road tax payment receipt

In Mizoram, an RC must be renewed once it expires (generally after 15 years for non-transport vehicles). Renewal is handled by the local RTO under the Mizoram Transport Department, with mandatory vehicle inspection due to the state’s hilly terrain and road conditions.

Steps to Renew RC in Mizoram

1. Apply via VAHAN portal
   Select RC Renewal and choose the concerned Mizoram RTO (MZ series).

2. Pay applicable fees
   Renewal fee as per vehicle class, plus any late fee if applicable.

3. Vehicle inspection at RTO
   Mandatory physical inspection and chassis number verification by RTO officials.

4. Submit documents
   Upload online and present originals at the RTO.

5. RC issuance
   Renewed RC is issued (smart card or digital RC on DigiLocker).

Documents Required for RC Renewal in Mizoram

• Duly filled Form 25 (Application for RC renewal)

• Original Registration Certificate (RC)

• Valid motor insurance certificate

• Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate

• Road tax payment receipt (if applicable)

• Fitness Certificate (mandatory for transport vehicles and vehicles over 15 years)

• Address proof of vehicle owner (Mizoram)

• Valid ID proof of vehicle owner

• Prescribed renewal fee receipt

Here is a detailed list of vehicle registration charges in Mizoram for different vehicle categories, including new registrations and renewal fees.

Important Notes

• Smart Card RC: Additional ₹200

• Late RC renewal penalty:

  • Motorcycles: ₹300 per month (or part thereof)
  • Other non-transport vehicles: ₹500 per month (or part thereof)

Source: Mizoram RTO official notification under VAHAN 4.0, effective from 1 April 2022.

In Mizoram, vehicle ownership transfer is required to ensure the correct person is legally responsible for the vehicle, which is crucial given the state’s inter-district movement, border proximity, and strict enforcement of registration and insurance validity. The process must be completed when a vehicle is sold or purchased second-hand, transferred due to the death of the owner, moved through auction or repossession, transferred between an individual and an organisation, or relocated with an ownership change within Mizoram.

Process for Vehicle Ownership Transfer in Mizoram

1. Apply online through the VAHAN portal and select the relevant Mizoram RTO (MZ series).

2. Submit the application and required documents to the RTO for verification.

3. RTO verifies RC details, insurance status, hypothecation, and pending dues.

4. Pay the prescribed ownership transfer fee.

5. Updated RC is issued in the new owner’s name (digital or smart card).

Documents Required for Ownership Transfer in Mizoram

• Form 29 (Notice of Transfer of Ownership)

• Form 30 (Application for Ownership Transfer)

• Form 31 (In case of Death)

• Form 32 (In case of Auction)

• Form 33 (In case of Address change)

• Original Registration Certificate (RC)

• Valid motor insurance policy (in buyer’s name)

• Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate

• Address proof of buyer (Mizoram)

• Identity proof of buyer

• No Objection Certificate (NOC), if applicable

• Form 35 (if vehicle is under hypothecation)

• Applicable transfer fee receipt

This is the most reliable way to check vehicle details registered in Mizoram.

Steps:

1. Visit the VAHAN citizen services portal.

2. Select Know Your Vehicle Details.

3. Enter the vehicle registration number (e.g., MZ-01-AB-1234).

4. Submit the request.

Details you can view:

• Vehicle owner’s name (partial)

• Vehicle type and class

• Registration date and validity

• Fuel type and emission norms

• RTO location in Mizoram

Here is a detailed breakdown of road tax in Mizoram for various vehicles, including two-wheelers, four-wheelers, three-wheelers, and commercial vehicles, with taxes varying by age and engine capacity.

Two-Wheelers (Motorcycles & Scooters)

Road tax varies based on engine capacity and vehicle age (annual tax).

(Annual tax; reduces as vehicles age)

Four-Wheelers (Private Cars / SUVs)

Tax is based on engine capacity and vehicle age.

(Annual tax; decreases with age)

Three-Wheelers

• New petrol: ₹500

• New diesel: ₹1,000

• Old petrol: ₹300

• Old diesel: ₹600

Commercial Vehicles

• Typical annual tax rates (indicative):

• Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV): ₹500

• Medium Commercial Vehicle (MCV): ₹1,000

• Heavy Commercial Vehicle (HCV): ₹2,000

In Mizoram, road tax is a statutory levy imposed by the state government on all motor vehicles registered within the state under the Mizoram Motor Vehicles (Taxation) Act. It must be paid annually (or as prescribed) to legally use your vehicle on public roads and fund road maintenance and transport infrastructure.

1. Online Payment (Via Parivahan / VAHAN Portal)

You can pay your road tax online through the Parivahan Sewa / VAHAN portal, which is the official system used by RTOs and the Transport Department.

Steps:

1. Visit the Parivahan Sewa portal (parivahan.gov.in).

2. Go to Online Services → Vehicle Related Services.

3. Select Tax & Fee and choose Mizoram from the state list.

4. Click Pay Your Tax.

5. Enter your Mizoram vehicle registration number and the last five digits of the chassis number.

6. View the tax due and proceed to pay via debit card/credit card / net banking.

7. Download and save the tax payment receipt for your records.

2. Offline Payment at Mizoram RTO

If you prefer offline payment:

• Visit your local Mizoram RTO office where your vehicle is registered.

• Request the road tax payment form and provide your Registration Certificate (RC) and other required documents.

• Pay the tax amount in person (cash/cheque as accepted by the RTO).

• Collect your tax receipt.

If you fail to pay your road tax in Mizoram by the due date, penalties are charged for each month (or part thereof) that the tax remains unpaid. These fines apply in addition to the overdue tax amount and are enforced by the Mizoram Transport Department under the Motor Vehicles taxation framework.

When your vehicle is bought on loan, you must endorse (add) the hypothecation details on the RC at the Mizoram RTO.

Documents Required for Hypothecation in Mizoram

• To endorse hypothecation on the RC:

• Application in Form 34 (for hypothecation endorsement)

• Original Registration Certificate (RC)

• Valid motor insurance certificate

• Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate (if requested)

• Address proof of vehicle owner

• Attested copy of PAN (or Form 60 & Form 61 if PAN not available)

• Once these are submitted and fees are paid, the RTO Mizoram will annotate the financier’s details on the RC.

Once the loan is fully repaid:

• The hypothecation must be removed from the vehicle’s RC.

• This is done using Form 35 along with:

  • No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the financer
  • Original RC
  • Insurance certificate
  • Address proof
  • PUC certificate (if requested)

Here is a summary of hypothecation endorsement fees in Mizoram for different vehicle types, as prescribed by the Mizoram RTO fee structure.

(Fees as per Mizoram RTO fee structure for hypothecation endorsement)

A small additional fee (approx ₹100) may apply for cancellation/removal of hypothecation when the loan is fully paid.

Transport Department, Government of Mizoram

Director of Transport: Er. R. Lalrammawia

Address: Transport Department, Aizawl – 796001, Mizoram, India

Phone: 0389-2316080

Email: zoramtpt@nic.in

Official website: https://transport.mizoram.gov.in/