If you’ve recently moved to a new home, updating your address on your Vehicle Registration Certificate (RC) or Driving Licence (DL) is essential. An outdated address can lead to missed notices, fines, or problems during vehicle verification. Thankfully, you no longer have to visit the RTO and wait in long queues — the Parivahan portal now makes this process quick and convenient.
What You Need Before You Start
Before applying for an address change online, make sure you have these essentials ready:
- Aadhaar card or valid address proof (like rent agreement, electricity bill, passport, etc.)
- Scanned copies of original documents (PDF format preferred)
- Vehicle RC number or DL number
- A valid mobile number linked with Aadhaar for OTP verification
- Digital photo and signature (for DL update)
Step-by-Step Process to Change Address on RC Online
- Visit the official website: Parivahan Sewa – Vehicle Related Services.
- Select your state and RTO office.
- Click on “Apply for Change of Address in RC”.
- Enter your vehicle registration number and verify via OTP.
- Upload address proof and other required documents.
- Pay the applicable fee online (around ₹350–₹500 depending on state).
- After submission, download the acknowledgement receipt.
Your new RC will be processed by the RTO and delivered to your updated address within 7–15 working days.
Example:
When Ananya moved from Pune to Hyderabad, she used the Parivahan portal to update her car’s RC address in just 10 minutes. The updated RC arrived via speed post in 9 days — no RTO visit needed.
How to Change Address on Driving Licence (DL) Online
- Go to Parivahan Sewa – Driving Licence Related Services.
- Choose your state and click Apply for Change of Address in DL.
- Fill in your licence details and upload address proof.
- Pay the nominal service fee (₹350–₹500).
- Book a slot if biometric verification is required (some states do this offline).
- After approval, download your Acknowledgement Slip.
Your new Smart DL card will be dispatched to your current address shortly.
Pro Tips from Experience
- Always keep soft copies of uploaded documents for future use.
- If your vehicle is registered in another state, apply for NOC (No Objection Certificate) before address change.
- Use a stable internet connection during application to avoid payment issues.
Conclusion
Updating your address on RC or DL online is simple, fast, and hassle-free when done through the Parivahan portal. Keeping your documents updated not only ensures smooth vehicle ownership but also avoids legal issues in the future.
Take 10 minutes today — visit parivahan.gov.in and keep your records current.
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