In today’s digital age, you don’t need to visit an RTO office to know your vehicle’s registration details. Whether you’re buying a used car, verifying ownership, or checking challan history, the Vahan portal by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) makes it simple. With just the vehicle’s number plate, you can access complete information within seconds.
What Is the Vahan Portal?
The Vahan website (https://vahan.parivahan.gov.in/) is India’s centralized national vehicle database. It’s connected to over 1,400 RTOs across the country and stores details of all registered vehicles — from two-wheelers to heavy trucks.
Through this portal, anyone can check:
- Vehicle owner’s name (partially hidden for privacy)
- Registration date
- Fuel type
- Engine and chassis number (partially visible)
- Insurance validity
- Fitness certificate and emission details
- Hypothecation (loan or lease) status
How to Check Vehicle Details Using the Number Plate
Step-by-Step Guide:
- Visit the official Vahan portal.
- Click on “Know Your Vehicle Details.”
- Enter the vehicle registration number (for example, AP09AB1234).
- Fill in the Captcha code and click “Search Vehicle.”
- The system will instantly display all registered details linked to that number plate.
Example:
Let’s say you’re buying a second-hand Honda Activa in Hyderabad. Before finalizing, enter its number — TS08FQ5678 — on the Vahan portal. You’ll instantly see if the scooter’s RC is genuine, whether it’s under loan, and if the insurance is valid. This step helps you avoid fraud or hidden issues.
Why It’s Useful
- Buyers: Verify vehicle authenticity before purchase.
- Owners: Track challans, insurance, and renewal dates.
- Law Enforcement: Identify stolen or unregistered vehicles.
Many citizens have shared experiences where checking details online saved them from buying vehicles with pending challans or tampered RCs.
Alternate Ways to Check
1. Via mParivahan App
Download the mParivahan app from Google Play or the App Store. It provides the same details as the Vahan portal, plus digital RC and DL storage.
2. Via SMS (Offline)
Send an SMS in this format:VAHAN <vehicle number> to 7738299899
Example: VAHAN KA01AB1234
Conclusion
The Vahan portal has made vehicle verification fast, transparent, and reliable. Whether you’re buying a car, renewing insurance, or confirming ownership, a few clicks can give you peace of mind.
If you haven’t tried it yet, visit vahan.parivahan.gov.in today and explore your vehicle details safely.
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