Transfer of Ownership of Vehicle from One Person to Another
Transfer of ownership of a vehicle (car or bike) from one person to another is completed by applying to the Regional Transport Office (RTO), mainly through Form 29 and Form 30 in the case of a sale. The forms, time limits and documents differ for a sale, the owner's death and a government auction, and for same-state and interstate transfers.
Procedure of Transfer of Ownership of Vehicle
The procedure for the transfer of ownership of the vehicle is different for different cases.
1. Transfer of ownership of the vehicle in case it is purchased by someone else:
- In case the transfer of ownership of the vehicle is taking place because of the purchase of the vehicle by another person, Form 29 has to be submitted with all the details of the transferor and transferee.
- The form has to be submitted to the registering authority in the area of residence of the transferee and the transferor.
- If the transfer of ownership of the vehicle is occurring within the same state, the transferee has to submit Form 30 within 14 days of the transfer in addition to the documents that have to be submitted under Form 1.
- In addition to the paperwork required by Forms 1 and 2, the transferee must also file Form 30 within 45 days of the transfer if the ownership of the vehicle is being transferred outside of the state.
- The transferee also has to pay the charges levied by the registering authority under Rule 81 of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules 1989.
2. Transfer of ownership if the owner of the vehicle is deceased:
- The new owner of the vehicle has to submit Form 31 to the registering authority by filling in all the details that have been asked for on the form.
- The new owner of the vehicle should submit the form for the transfer of ownership within 3 months of taking actual ownership of the vehicle.
- The new owner of the vehicle has to make the payment for charges levied by the registering authority for transfer of ownership of the vehicle under Rule 81 of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989.
3. Transfer of ownership of vehicle in an auction:
- The ownership transfer application must be made using Form 32 if the vehicle was bought at a Central or State Government-sponsored auction.
- The form should be submitted to the registering authority within 30 days of purchase of the vehicle.
- In accordance with Rule 81 of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, the new owner of the vehicle is required to pay any fees assessed by the registering authority for the transfer of ownership of the vehicle.
Types of Vehicle Registration Transfer
There are 2 types of vehicle registration transfer:
1. Same state vehicle registration transfer
2. Interstate vehicle transfer
- Same state vehicle registration transfer
Follow the steps given below for same state vehicle registration transfer:
Step 1: You need to obtain Forms 29 and 30 from the Regional Transport Office (RTO) of the relevant state.
Step 2: Complete Forms 29 and 30 with the signature of the vehicle’s seller.
Step 3: Submit the completed forms along with the registration certificate, insurance certificate, Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate, and address proof of both the buyer and seller to the RTO.
Step 4: Pay the applicable fee for the ownership transfer.
Step 5: After document verification by the RTO, the registration certificate will be transferred to the buyer's name.
- Interstate vehicle transfer
Follow the steps given below for interstate vehicle registration transfer:
Step 1: Obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the vehicle's current RTO.
Step 2: Collect Forms 28, 29, 30, and 33 from the RTO of the state where the buyer resides.
Step 3: Complete Forms 28, 29, 30, and 33, and ensure both the buyer and seller sign them.
Step 4: Submit the completed forms, along with the registration certificate, insurance certificate, Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate, and address proof for both the buyer and seller, to the buyer's local RTO.
Step 5: Pay the applicable fee for inter-state ownership transfer.
Step 6: After the RTO verifies all documents, the registration certificate will be transferred to the buyer's name in the new state.
You can also apply for the transfer of ownership online through the Parivahan Sewa portal of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), where the service is available with voluntary Aadhaar authentication, without visiting the Regional Transport Office (RTO).
Circumstances in which Transfer of Ownership of Vehicle is Possible
There are different circumstances under which the transfer of ownership of the vehicle might happen:
- Transfer of ownership of the vehicle in case it is purchased by someone else: In this case, the name of the purchaser rather than the name of the prior owner must be put on the registration document as the owner of the car.
- Transfer of ownership in case of death of the registered owner: In this case, the registered owner's legal heir has 30 days to notify the registering authorities of the registered owner's passing and his or her intention to become the registered owner. For a maximum of three months, the legal heir may utilise the car in his or her possession.
- Transfer of ownership of vehicle in an auction: In the event that the car is purchased at an auction, the name of the new owner will be substituted for the previous owner's name on the vehicle's registration certificate.
Documents Required for Transfer of Ownership of Vehicle
1. Transfer of ownership of the vehicle in case it is purchased by someone else:
For the transfer of ownership of a vehicle via a normal sale, the documents required are:
- The application (Form 29) through which the transfer of ownership can be applied via a normal sale.
- Form 30.
- In addition to Form 29 and Form 30, Form 1 and Form 2 are also required.
- The documents to be submitted under Form 1 and Form 2 are:
Form 1
- Registration certificate of the vehicle.
- Insurance certificate of the vehicle.
- A certificate that verifies the pollution emitted by the vehicle being under control.
- PAN card of the new owner of the vehicle and Form 60.
- Chassis and Engine pencil print of the vehicle.
- A document that acts as proof for the date of birth of the owner of the vehicle.
- A document which acts as proof for the address of the owner of the vehicle.
- The R.C. book of the vehicle.
- Purchaser's undertaking.
- Passport size photographs of the owner of the vehicle.
- The certificate which states that the tax for the vehicle has been cleared.
Form 2
- The owner of the vehicle has to submit a No Objection Certificate that has been obtained from the concerned registering authority.
- A document which states the refusal from the concerned registering authority to provide a No Objection Certificate if that is the case.
- If the owner of the vehicle has not received the No Objection Certificate from the concerned authority, he or she has to provide proof for not receiving the same by producing the following documents:
- The receipt from the concerned registering authority or
- The receipt from the post office of the No Objection Certificate received from the registering authority.
If the vehicle is under a vehicle loan (hypothecation), the notice of termination of the hypothecation agreement in Form 35 is also needed to remove the lender's name from the registration certificate.
2. Transfer of ownership if the owner of the vehicle is deceased:
- Form 31.
- Registration certificate of the vehicle.
- Insurance certificate of the vehicle.
- Death certificate of the owner of the vehicle who is now deceased.
- A certificate that verifies the pollution emitted by the vehicle being under control.
- PAN card of the new owner of the vehicle and Form 60.
- Chassis and Engine pencil print of the vehicle.
- A document that acts as proof for the date of birth of the new owner of the vehicle.
- A document which acts as proof for the address of the new owner of the vehicle.
- The R.C. book of the vehicle.
- Passport size photographs of the new owner of the vehicle.
- A document stating the new owner's linkage to the deceased owner.
- Signature identification of the person who sold the vehicle.
- Form 20 needs to be submitted. It contains details about the verification of the vehicle.
3. Transfer of ownership of vehicle in an auction:
- Form 32.
- Registration certificate of the vehicle.
- Insurance certificate of the vehicle.
- A certificate that verifies the pollution emitted by the vehicle being under control.
- PAN card of the new owner of the vehicle and Form 60.
- Chassis and Engine pencil print of the vehicle.
- A document that acts as proof for the date of birth of the owner of the vehicle.
- A document which acts as proof for the address of the owner of the vehicle.
- The R.C. book of the vehicle.
- Purchaser's undertaking.
- Passport size photographs of the owner of the vehicle.
- The certificate which states that the tax for the vehicle has been cleared.
- A certificate which states that the vehicle has been sold to the new owner in an auction conducted by the Central or State Government.
- A certificate which states that the auction has been conducted by the State or Central Government.
The documents listed above can vary slightly from state to state, so check the exact list with your local RTO before applying.
Summary
Transfer of ownership of a vehicle is completed by filing the right forms with the RTO, depending on whether the vehicle is sold, inherited or bought at a government auction, and whether the transfer is within the same state or interstate. Keep the registration certificate, insurance certificate, PUC certificate, and identity and address proofs ready, and pay the applicable transfer charges. Check the forms, time limits and charges with your local RTO or the Parivahan Sewa portal before you apply.
FAQs on Transfer of Ownership of Vehicle from one Person to Another
1.What is transfer of ownership of a vehicle?
Transfer of ownership of a vehicle is the process of changing the registered owner of a car or bike from one person to another through the Regional Transport Office (RTO). It is needed when the vehicle is sold, when the registered owner passes away or when the vehicle is bought at a government-sponsored auction. The process is governed by the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989 and local motor vehicle laws.
2.Which forms are required for transfer of ownership of a vehicle?
The form for transfer of ownership of a vehicle depends on how the vehicle changes hands: Forms 29 and 30 for a sale, Form 31 after the owner's death and Form 32 for a government-sponsored auction. An interstate transfer of ownership of a vehicle also involves Forms 28 and 33. The procedure section above explains each form.
3.How does transfer of ownership of a vehicle work when it is sold to someone else?
In a sale, Form 29 carries the details of the seller and the buyer, and the buyer applies for the transfer of ownership of the vehicle in Form 30 along with the supporting documents. The forms go to the registering authority in the area where the buyer and the seller live. The buyer also pays the charges levied under Rule 81 of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989.
4.How is transfer of ownership of a vehicle done after the owner's death?
After the registered owner's death, the legal heir transfers ownership of the vehicle by submitting Form 31 to the registering authority within the time limit given in the procedure section above. The legal heir must also inform the registering authority about the owner's death and may use the vehicle for a maximum of three months in the meantime. A death certificate and proof of the heir's relationship with the deceased owner are among the documents needed.
5.How is transfer of ownership of a vehicle done if it is bought at an auction?
If a vehicle is bought at a Central or State Government-sponsored auction, the buyer applies for transfer of ownership of the vehicle in Form 32 to the registering authority within the time limit given in the procedure section above. The name of the new owner then replaces the previous owner's name on the registration certificate. A certificate confirming the auction sale is one of the documents needed.
6.What are the types of transfer of ownership of a vehicle?
Transfer of ownership of a vehicle is either a same-state transfer or an interstate transfer. A same-state transfer is handled by the RTO of the relevant state, whereas an interstate transfer also needs a No Objection Certificate (NOC) and additional forms. The steps for each type are listed in the types section above.
7.How do you complete a same-state transfer of ownership of a vehicle?
For a same-state transfer of ownership of a vehicle, you obtain Forms 29 and 30 from the RTO, complete them with the seller's signature and submit them with the registration certificate, insurance certificate, PUC certificate and address proofs of both the buyer and the seller. After you pay the applicable fee and the RTO verifies the documents, the registration certificate is transferred to the buyer's name.
8.How do you complete an interstate transfer of ownership of a vehicle?
An interstate transfer of ownership of a vehicle starts with obtaining a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the vehicle's current RTO. The buyer then collects Forms 28, 29, 30 and 33 from the RTO of the state where the buyer resides, completes them with the seller's signature and submits them with the supporting documents and the applicable fee. Once the RTO verifies the documents, the registration certificate is transferred to the buyer's name in the new state.
9.When is a No Objection Certificate (NOC) needed for transfer of ownership of a vehicle?
A No Objection Certificate (NOC) is needed for transfer of ownership of a vehicle when the registration certificate is being transferred to another state. The NOC is obtained from the vehicle's current RTO, as explained in the interstate transfer steps above.
10.Can I do the transfer of ownership of a vehicle online?
Yes, transfer of ownership of a vehicle can be done online through the Parivahan Sewa website of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. You can also apply offline by visiting the nearest RTO.
11.What changes on the registration certificate after transfer of ownership of a vehicle?
After transfer of ownership of a vehicle, the name of the new owner is entered on the registration certificate in place of the previous owner's name. In a sale this is the purchaser's name, and in an auction it is the name of the new owner who bought the vehicle.
12.What documents are needed for transfer of ownership of a vehicle?
The documents for transfer of ownership of a vehicle include the relevant form, registration certificate, insurance certificate, PUC certificate, PAN card or Form 60 of the new owner, chassis and engine pencil print, date of birth and address proofs, and passport size photographs. Each case adds its own documents, such as No Objection Certificate details for a sale, a death certificate for a deceased owner and an auction certificate for an auctioned vehicle. The complete lists are given in the documents section above.
13.Who is responsible for transfer of ownership of a vehicle?
The buyer and the seller are both responsible for the transfer of ownership of a vehicle. The buyer is responsible for paying the charges for the transfer.
14.What are the charges for transfer of ownership of a vehicle?
The charges for transfer of ownership of a vehicle are levied by the registering authority under Rule 81 of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, and they vary from state to state and with the age of the vehicle. Check the applicable charges for your state with the local RTO before you apply.
15.How long does transfer of ownership of a vehicle take?
Transfer of ownership of a vehicle is completed once the RTO has verified all the documents and updated the registration certificate in the buyer's name. The time taken depends on how quickly the documents are verified, so submit the forms within the time limits given in the procedure section above.
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