Form 26 for Duplicate RC
Form 26 for duplicate RC is the application you submit to your Regional Transport Office (RTO) to get a duplicate registration certificate when the original is lost, stolen, destroyed or mutilated. You can get Form 26 online from the Parivahan website or from your nearest RTO. Fill it in, attach the required documents and submit it to the registering authority.
How to Fill the Form 26
If your registration certificate is lost or destroyed, first report it to the police station in whose jurisdiction the loss or destruction occurred and inform the registering authority that issued the certificate in writing. You then need to apply for the duplicate certificate to the last registering authority using Form 26.
- You can either visit your nearest Regional Transport Office (RTO) to get Form 26 or download it online from the Parivahan website.
- The first detail you will have to fill in will be the address of the RTO from where you are looking to get your duplicate registration certificate re-issued. For example, if your RTO is in Goa, then after 'To The Registering Authority' write 'RTO Goa' in the space given.
- In the next step enter your vehicle number.
- Mention the reasons or circumstances due to which your original registration certificate got mutilated, destroyed, or stolen.
- Enter the dates wherever applicable.
- Provide your signature, name, and full address in the applicable spaces given.
- The no-objection certificate under Section 51(6) is to be filled in by your financier and the RTO officials.
- Submit the form along with the necessary documents and it will be verified. If all the details are correct, the duplicate registration certificate will be sent to your communication address.
Along with Form 26, you will have to submit the following documents:
- Police certificate in case of theft or loss of the registration certificate
- Pollution under control certificate
- Valid insurance certificate
- Proof of address
- Challan clearance from the traffic police and the Enforcement wing of the Transport Department, in the case of commercial vehicles
- Tax clearance from the Accounts Department, in the case of commercial vehicles
- Attested copy of your PAN Card or Form 60 and Form 61, as applicable
- Pencil print of the chassis number and engine number
- Signature identification of the owner
- Affidavit stating that the registration certificate is lost and has not been impounded
Some of these documents may be required only in certain states, so check with your RTO before you submit the form.
The fee for a duplicate registration certificate is half of the fee prescribed for issuing a registration certificate for your class of vehicle under the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, and is exclusive of GST. An additional fee applies where the certificate is issued as a smart card.
How to Apply for a Duplicate RC Online
- Visit the Vahan citizen services on the Parivahan Sewa portal and enter your vehicle registration number.
- Select the Basic Services option and enter the last five digits of your chassis number to validate your vehicle.
- Generate and enter the OTP sent to your registered mobile number, and then select Duplicate RC.
- Enter the service details, update your insurance details and review the fee panel.
- Pay the fee shown, upload documents and take an appointment where the service asks for them, and save the receipt generated.
- The application is then moved to the RTO for further processing.
Form 26 – Download Here
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Form 26 |
Summary
Form 26 for duplicate RC is the application you file with your RTO when your registration certificate is lost, stolen, destroyed or mutilated. Fill in the RTO address, vehicle number, circumstances and dates, get the financier's no-objection certificate where your vehicle is financed, and submit the form with the required documents. Download Form 26 from the table above to start your duplicate RC application.
FAQs on Form 26
1.What is Form 26 for duplicate RC?
Form 26 is the prescribed application form for the issue of a duplicate certificate of registration (RC) of a motor vehicle under the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989. The registered owner submits it to the registering authority along with the required documents.
2.When do I need to file Form 26 for a duplicate RC?
You need to file Form 26 when your original registration certificate is lost, stolen, destroyed, torn, mutilated or used up. A duplicate RC is issued only to the registered owner of the vehicle.
3.Do I have to carry my RC while driving, and what if I lose it?
Yes, you must carry your registration certificate along with your driving licence whenever you drive. If it is lost, you can apply for a duplicate RC by filling Form 26.
4.Where can I get Form 26 for a duplicate RC?
You can download Form 26 from the official Parivahan website or collect it from your nearest RTO. Some state transport department websites also host the form, but the Parivahan website is the official source.
5.Can I apply for a duplicate RC online instead of submitting Form 26 at the RTO?
Yes, a duplicate RC application can also be made online through the Vahan citizen services on the Parivahan Sewa portal. The documents, appointment and RTO processing steps for the online route depend on how your state has configured the service.
6.Which RTO should I address Form 26 to for a duplicate RC?
You should address Form 26 to the last registering authority, which is the RTO that issued or last updated your registration certificate. Write the name of that RTO in the space after 'To The Registering Authority'.
7.Do I need to report the loss to the police before filing Form 26?
Yes, if your RC is lost or destroyed, you should report it to the police station in whose jurisdiction the loss occurred. You should also inform the registering authority that issued the certificate in writing before you apply for the duplicate RC with Form 26.
8.What details do I need to fill in on Form 26?
Form 26 asks for the RTO address, your vehicle number, the reason why the original RC was lost, destroyed or mutilated, the relevant dates, and your signature, name and full address. The steps are explained in the section above.
9.What is the no-objection certificate in Form 26?
The no-objection certificate under Section 51(6) is part of Form 26 and applies where the vehicle is under a hire-purchase, lease or hypothecation agreement. It is filled in by your financier and endorsed by the RTO officials.
10.What should I do if my financier does not fill in the no-objection certificate for Form 26?
The financier has to clearly state the reason for the objection in the no-objection certificate and add the date and signature. You can then submit Form 26 with that statement.
11.Which documents do I need to submit with Form 26 for a duplicate RC?
The documents include Form 26, a police certificate in case of theft or loss, insurance and pollution certificates, proof of address, PAN Card details, a pencil print of the chassis and engine numbers, and an affidavit. The full list is given in the section above, and some documents depend on your state and vehicle type.
12.Is an affidavit required along with Form 26?
An affidavit stating that the RC is lost and has not been impounded is usually part of the documents submitted with Form 26. Some states may not ask for it, so confirm the requirement with your RTO.
13.Is there a fee for a duplicate RC applied for with Form 26?
Yes, a fee is charged for issuing a duplicate RC, and it depends on your class of vehicle as prescribed under the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989. The fee basis is explained in the section above.
14.What happens after I submit Form 26 for a duplicate RC?
Your Form 26 and documents are verified by the RTO. If all the details are correct, the duplicate RC is sent to your communication address, and the processing time varies by RTO.
Prerna Surana is a Finance Content Writer with over three years of experience at Bank Bazaar. She specialises in creating insightful content on Credit Cards, Debit Cards, Taxes, and other BFSI products. Beyond finance, Prerna also writes about non-financial utility products such as Aadhar Card, Voter ID, and Government Certificates.
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