All RTO Offices in Maharashtra

Regional Transport Offices in Maharashtra - Complete MH RTO Guide 2026

Maharashtra is home to one of the most extensive Regional Transport Office networks in India. With 15 Regional Transport Offices and 35 Deputy Regional Transport Offices spread across 36 districts, the Maharashtra Transport Department manages the registration of over 5 crore vehicles - the highest vehicle population of any Indian state. If your vehicle carries a number plate beginning with MH, it was registered in Maharashtra, and the two digits following that prefix identify the specific RTO office responsible for its registration.

Understanding Maharashtra's RTO system is important whether you are buying a new vehicle, transferring ownership of a used car, applying for a driving licence, or planning to relocate to another state. This guide covers everything you need to know about RTO services in Maharashtra, road tax rates, key office locations, and how to make the most of online transport services available to MH vehicle owners.

Maharashtra RTO Code List - District-Wise Overview

The MH prefix is followed by a two-digit number that identifies the district and RTO zone. Mumbai, being India's financial capital and Maharashtra's most populous city, has the largest number of dedicated RTO codes of any city in India. Here is an overview of major Maharashtra RTO codes and their corresponding locations:

• MH-01 - Mumbai (South) - Tardeo
• MH-02 - Mumbai (West) - Andheri
• MH-03 - Mumbai (East) - Wadala
• MH-04 - Mumbai (North) - Borivali
• MH-05 - Mumbai suburban - Andheri
• MH-06 - Mumbai suburban - Borivali
• MH-09 - Thane
• MH-12 - Pune
• MH-14 - Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar)
• MH-20 - Nashik
• MH-31 - Nagpur
• MH-43 - Navi Mumbai (Vashi)
• MH-46 - Kalyan
• MH-47 - Vasai-Virar

In total, Maharashtra has RTO codes running from MH-01 all the way to MH-56, covering every district and major urban centre in the state. Enter any MH vehicle number on RTOCheck.com to instantly find which RTO office registered that vehicle, along with the office address and contact details.

Vehicle Registration Process in Maharashtra

When you purchase a new vehicle in Maharashtra, the dealer handles the initial registration process on your behalf. The dealership submits Form 20 (application for registration) along with the required documents to the relevant RTO under their trade certificate. After verification and payment of registration fees and road tax, the RTO issues a temporary registration number. The permanent Registration Certificate (RC) is typically issued within 30 working days and is dispatched to the vehicle owner's registered address as a smart card.

For the permanent registration of a new vehicle in Maharashtra, the following documents are required:

• Form 20 - Application for registration
• Manufacturer's invoice and Form 21 (sale certificate)
• Valid motor insurance certificate
• Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate
• Proof of identity (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport)
• Proof of address (Aadhaar, utility bill, bank statement)
• Road tax payment receipt

Road Tax in Maharashtra - Rates and Slabs

Maharashtra charges a one-time lifetime road tax at the time of vehicle registration. The applicable rate is based on the ex-showroom price of the vehicle and its category. For private vehicles registered in 2026, the standard road tax slabs are approximately as follows:

• New private cars priced up to ₹10 lakh - 11% of ex-showroom price
• Cars priced between ₹10 lakh and ₹20 lakh - 12%
• Cars priced above ₹20 lakh - 13%
• Two-wheelers - approximately 10%
• Electric vehicles - 0% road tax (full exemption under Maharashtra EV Policy)

Maharashtra is one of the states that continues to provide a full road tax waiver for electric vehicles, making it one of the most EV-friendly states for vehicle registration in India. This exemption applies to battery electric vehicles (BEVs) registered under the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid & Electric Vehicles (FAME) scheme and the Maharashtra EV Policy 2021.

To calculate your exact road tax liability before purchasing a vehicle, use the RTOCheck Road Tax Calculator. It supports Maharashtra's current slab rates and accounts for EV exemptions and vehicle age deductions.

Driving Licence Services in Maharashtra

The Maharashtra Transport Department processes over 10,000 driving licence applications every month across its RTO network. Whether you are applying for a learner's licence, a permanent driving licence, or a licence for a heavy goods vehicle (HGV), the process begins on the Parivahan Sarathi portal (sarathi.parivahan.gov.in). Maharashtra was among the first states to implement automated driving test tracks, which use sensors and cameras to objectively assess a candidate's driving skills without human bias.

The standard fees for driving licence services in Maharashtra are as follows:

• Learner's Licence (LL) - ₹200
• Permanent Driving Licence (DL) - ₹200
• DL Renewal - ₹200 per vehicle class
• Duplicate DL - ₹200
• Smart Card DL - ₹200

Use the DL Renewal Fee Calculator on RTOCheck.com to get an accurate estimate of your DL renewal costs, including late fees if your licence has expired.

HSRP and Colour-Coded Fuel Stickers in Maharashtra

Maharashtra was one of the first states to implement High-Security Registration Plates (HSRP) on all vehicles - new registrations after April 2019 and all older vehicles on a rolling basis. HSRPs feature a laser-engraved chassis number, a hot-stamped Ashoka Chakra emblem, and a chromium hologram, making them extremely difficult to counterfeit. Vehicle owners can book HSRP plates online through authorised portals, or through their vehicle dealer at the time of purchase.

Along with HSRPs, Maharashtra mandates colour-coded fuel stickers on vehicles to identify fuel type at a glance - blue for petrol, orange for diesel, green for CNG, and blue with a circle for electric vehicles. These stickers are affixed near the fuel cap and on the windshield.

Online RTO Services Available to Maharashtra Vehicle Owners

Maharashtra has aggressively digitised its transport services through both the state's MahaTransCom portal and the national Parivahan Sewa platform. Key services available online include:

• RC status check and RC smart card download via DigiLocker
• Driving licence download and verification
• e-Challan payment for traffic violations
• Hypothecation addition, termination, and continuation
• Transfer of ownership (Form 29 and Form 30)
• Address change in RC
• NOC application for vehicle transfer to another state
• Fitness certificate renewal for commercial vehicles

Vehicle Insurance in Maharashtra

Maharashtra's dense traffic and high accident rates make comprehensive vehicle insurance especially important. While third-party insurance is mandatory by law under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, comprehensive insurance protects you against own damage, theft, natural disasters, and third-party liability in a single policy. Use the Insurance Premium Estimator on RTOCheck.com to get an estimate of your annual premium based on your vehicle's current IDV, age, and applicable NCB discount. If you have been claim-free for several years, you could be saving up to 50% on your own damage premium through your NCB — check your exact savings with the NCB Calculator.

Vehicle Scrappage Policy in Maharashtra

Under the Vehicle Scrappage Policy announced by the central government and adopted by Maharashtra, petrol vehicles older than 15 years and diesel vehicles older than 15 years (10 years for commercial vehicles) are subject to fitness re-evaluation and may be deregistered if found unfit. Maharashtra RTOs have been active in identifying and deregistering end-of-life vehicles, with incentives offered to vehicle owners who scrap their old vehicles and purchase new ones. If you are unsure of the current resale or scrap value of your older MH-registered vehicle, use the Resale Value Calculator.

For a complete, district-wise list of all Maharashtra RTO offices with addresses, phone numbers, and email contacts, browse the full Maharashtra RTO directory on RTOCheck.com.