RC Transfer in Ghaziabad (UP-14): Step-by-Step Guide, Documents & Fees

Ghaziabad is the "Gateway of Uttar Pradesh," but if you are driving a second-hand car here without updating the paperwork, you are inviting legal trouble. Whether you just bought a used SUV in Indirapuram or sold your old hatchback in Vaishali, the RC Transfer in Ghaziabad is mandatory under the Motor Vehicles Act.

Until the Registration Certificate (RC) is transferred, the seller remains liable for any accidents or challans, while the buyer cannot claim insurance or resell the vehicle. The process in Ghaziabad (UP-14) is a hybrid one: you start the application online but must visit the RTO near Bulandshahr Road Industrial Area for final verification.

Before you dive into the paperwork, it’s smart to know the fair market value of your vehicle. You can check your car's worth using a used car valuation tool to ensure you aren't underpriced.

Documents Required for RC Transfer in Ghaziabad

The UP Transport Department is strict about documentation. Missing a single paper can lead to rejection at the counter.

Step-by-Step Guide for Offline RC Transfer in Ghaziabad

1. Secure the NOC (Form 28) first: If buying a car from Delhi, Noida, or Haryana, you must first get a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the original RTO where the car was registered.
2. Visit the UP-14 RTO with your file: Compile your original RC, Insurance, PUC, and signed Forms 29 & 30, and visit the Ghaziabad RTO (Bulandshahr Road Industrial Area).
3. Complete physical verification: Have an RTO inspector verify the vehicle details (especially the chassis number) and the documents in your file.
4. Pay the transfer fees: Submit the file at the counter and pay the ownership transfer fee, smart card fee, and postal charges via cash or demand draft.
5. Re-register (For non-UP cars): If the vehicle is from another state, you must submit the old RC, NOC, and Form 20/27 to get a new UP-14 number and pay the applicable UP Road Tax.

Step-by-Step Guide for Online RC Transfer

1. Login to Parivahan Sewa: Visit the official portal, select Uttar Pradesh as the state, and enter your Ghaziabad (UP-14) vehicle registration number.
2. Select 'Transfer of Ownership': Click on the service, enter the last 5 digits of your Chassis Number, and verify using the mobile OTP linked to the owner's Aadhaar.
3. Fill buyer details and upload docs: Enter the new owner’s address and mobile number, then scan and upload the documents (RC, Insurance, Forms) in the requested format.
4. Pay fees and print forms: Pay the transfer fee online, then download and print the auto-generated Form 29 and Form 30.

5. Sign and visit RTO: Both buyer and seller must sign the printed forms; take these along with the original documents to the Ghaziabad RTO to close the application.

    

Note: If the process feels too overwhelming or time-consuming, you can choose to sell used car to platforms that handle the entire RTO transfer process for you legally and for free.

RC Transfer Fees in Ghaziabad

Uttar Pradesh charges a transfer fee plus additional levies for the Smart Card and postal services.

Crucial Things You Must Know

• High Road Tax for Delhi Cars: Many people buy cheap cars from Delhi to use in Ghaziabad. Be warned: You must pay UP Road Tax on the original invoice value (depreciated) of the car. This can cost ₹30,000 to ₹50,000 or more, often defeating the purpose of buying a cheap used car.
• Hypothecation Removal: If the RC says "Hypothecated to HDFC/SBI etc.", you cannot transfer it. You must first submit Form 35 and the Bank NOC to remove the loan.
• Digital Status Check: You can track your application on Parivahan > Status > Know Your Application Status. In Ghaziabad, the process typically takes 30-45 working days.