RTO Codes of Indian States and Union Territories, Check the List

In India, every vehicle is given a registration number that includes an RTO (Regional Transport Office) code. This code shows the state or union territory where the vehicle is registered. Each state and UT has its own special code, making it easier to identify, track, and manage vehicles across the country. Here is a list of RTO codes for all Indian states and union territories.

Indian States and Union Territories

India has 28 states and Union Territories. Each state and union territory has its own government, laws and culture. The states are large regions with a significant population, while union territories are smaller areas governed directly by the central government. These states and union territories play an important role in India’s political, cultural and economic life.

An Overview of RTO

The Regional Transport Office (RTO), also known as the District Transport Office (DTO) or Regional Transport Authority (RTA), is run by the state governments of India. It works under the Motor vehicles Act, 1988, to ensure the law is followed. The RTO manages driver and vehicle records for the state and is part of the Transport Department of the state government.

Purpose of RTO Code

The purpose of RTO code is to identify where a vehicle is registered. It is part of the vehicle’s registration number on the number plate, showing its origin. RTO codes help manage vehicle records, driving licenses, and insurance. They also aid in traffic management, ensuring rule compliance, and simplify vehicle ownership and operations for smooth transport services.

RTO Codes of Indian States & Union Territories, Check the List

RTO Codes are unique identifiers for vehicle registration in India. Each state and union territory has specific RTO codes to manage vehicle records, licenses, and traffic efficiently.

Here is the list of RTO codes of Indian states and Union Territories:

Region	State/UT	RTO Code
North India	Jammu and Kashmir	JK
	Ladakh	LA
	Himachal Pradesh	HP
	Punjab	PB
	Chandigarh (UT)	CH
	Haryana	HR
	Delhi (NCT)	DL
	Uttarakhand	UK
	Uttar Pradesh	UP
Northeast India	Arunachal Pradesh	AP
	Assam	AS
	Manipur	MN
	Meghalaya	ML
	Mizoram	MZ
	Nagaland	NL
	Sikkim	SK
	Tripura	TR
East India	Bihar	BR