Are original documents required for vehicle when driving in India?

Yes, it is mandatory to have the original driving license with you. However, you don’t have to carry it in the form of a physical paper; you can carry it on your phone in the DigiLocker or m-Parivahan app.

What are vehicle documents?

The Registration Certificate (RC) of your vehicle is the official document which states that your vehicle is registered with the Indian Government. As per the Motor Vehicle Act, all vehicle owners like you must have a valid RC. Only after this will you be able to use the vehicle on the Indian roads.

Can I drive car without RC?

Carrying a physical copy of a driving license or a vehicle’s registration certificate (RC) is not mandatory and need not be produced if stopped by traffic cops. This, however, does not mean that one doesn’t have to present these vital documents at all.

How do I check my car details on Vahan?

Find Vehicle Registration Details with an SMS

1. Type VAHAN vehicle’s registration number.
2. Send it to 7738299899.

How do I get original papers for my car?

Go to your nearest registering authority and bring along your identity document and complete form DRC (Application for Duplicate Registration/Deregistration Certificate in respect of Motor Vehicle) and form DCT (Declaration in respect of Lost Documents). Bear in mind that only a title holder can request a duplicate.

What are the documents required for transportation?

Transport Documents: CMR, Bill of Lading, Air Waybill

• CMR DOCUMENT.
• AIR WAYBILL AWB.
• CARGO INSURANCE CERTIFICATE.

What is motor insurance certificate?

A certificate of motor insurance is proof that you hold the minimum 3rd party insurance for your vehicle, as required by law. It is a one- or two-page document that you can get from your insurance company or broker, if you used one.

Can I travel without number plate?

Every vehicle must be registered under the Motor Vehicles Act of 1989. It is considered illegal to drive without a registration number. If a vehicle is not given a temporary number, then the A/F is written on its number plate.