RTO State Codes List - Vehicle Registration State Codes India

Every vehicle registered in India has a unique registration number that starts with a state code. This code helps identify which state the vehicle is registered in. Understanding RTO codes is useful for tracking vehicle information and verifying registration details.

This comprehensive guide provides the complete list of RTO state codes for all Indian states and union territories, along with registration number format explanation.

Vehicle Registration Number Format

Indian vehicle registration numbers follow this format:

XX-00-YY-0000

• XX: State Code (2 letters)
• 00: District/RTO Code (2 digits)
• YY: Series (1-2 letters)
• 0000: Unique Number (4 digits)

Example: MH-12-AB-1234

• MH = Maharashtra
• 12 = Pune RTO
• AB = Series
• 1234 = Vehicle Number

Complete List of RTO State Codes

States

Special Registration Codes

Popular District RTO Codes

Delhi (DL)

Maharashtra (MH)

Karnataka (KA)

Tamil Nadu (TN)

BH Series (Bharat Series)

BH Series is a special registration for vehicles that can move freely across states:

• Format: YY BH XXXX AA (e.g., 24 BH 1234 AB)
• YY: Year of registration
• BH: Bharat Series code
• XXXX: Random number
• AA: Random alphabets

BH Series Benefits:

• No re-registration needed when moving to another state
• No NOC required for interstate transfer
• Ideal for transferable job holders
• Motor vehicle tax paid for 2 years (or 14 years)

How to Identify Vehicle's State from Number

1. Look at the first two letters of the number plate
2. Match with the state code list above
3. The next two digits indicate the district/RTO
4. Use Vahan portal to get complete details

Check Vehicle Details by Number

1. Visit vahan.parivahan.gov.in
2. Click on "Know Your Vehicle Details"
3. Enter vehicle registration number
4. Complete OTP verification
5. View owner name, vehicle details, registration info

Frequently Asked Questions