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Key Facts — Lucknow Mahanagar ARTO
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Office | Lucknow Mahanagar / Trans-Gomti ARTO (Assistant Regional Transport Office) |
| Label in source | UP-32A (not confirmed as a plate prefix; Lucknow plates carry UP32) |
| Address | 386, Rahim Nagar, Near Mahanagar Telephone Exchange, Lucknow |
| Pincode | 226006 |
| Contact | Lucknow central helpline: 1800-180-0151 / 0522-2613978 — no dedicated office line or email listed |
| Working hours | 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, Mon–Sat, except 2nd/4th Saturdays and public holidays |
| Main office | Lucknow RTO (UP-32), Transport Nagar, Kanpur Road — see the Lucknow page |
| Region | State capital, central Uttar Pradesh — not NCR |
| Road tax basis | Lifetime tax on ex-showroom price; 3–9% for petrol/diesel by price band, 0% for EVs |
| Governing body | Uttar Pradesh Transport Department |
| Website | uptransport.upsdc.gov.in |
What Does "UP-32A" Mean?
Number plates registered in Lucknow carry the UP32 prefix, whichever Lucknow office handled the registration. "UP-32A" is the label used in the source material for the Mahanagar ARTO, and it's the term some people search. Not every label for an office appears on a plate, so don't expect to see "UP32A" printed on a vehicle unless you've confirmed it. If you're looking up a plate, UP32 is the code to use, and the RC check above works on the full registration number either way.
UP-32 vs the Mahanagar ARTO: Which Office Is Which?
Comparison between the main capital transport office and the Trans-Gomti assistant transport office:
| Main Lucknow RTO (UP-32) | Mahanagar / Trans-Gomti ARTO | |
|---|---|---|
| Office type | Full Regional Transport Office | Assistant Regional Transport Office |
| Area | Transport Nagar, Kanpur Road (226012) | 386 Rahim Nagar, near Mahanagar Telephone Exchange (226006) |
| Intended for | The state capital's central office | Trans-Gomti residents, to decentralize workload |
| Listed hours | Mon–Fri, 10 AM–5 PM, closed 2nd/4th Saturdays (latest listing) | Mon–Sat, 9 AM–5 PM, except 2nd/4th Saturdays |
| Dedicated email | rtolu-up@nic.in | None listed |
The two listings word their Saturday hours differently. That may be a real difference or just two phrasings of the same schedule, so confirm before a Saturday visit to either office.
Which one should you use? According to the source, the ARTO caters to Trans-Gomti residents. It doesn't give the exact boundary between the two offices' areas. Pick the office that serves your address on the Parivahan booking page, and call the central helpline if it isn't clear.
Lucknow Mahanagar ARTO — Address, Contact & Timings
The source lists these services for this office:
Lucknow Mahanagar (Trans-Gomti) ARTO
Address:
386, Rahim Nagar, Near Mahanagar Telephone Exchange, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Pincode: 226006
Phone Support:
1800-180-0151 / 0522-2613978 (Lucknow Central Helpline)
Timings & Hours:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday to Saturday (except 2nd and 4th Saturdays and public holidays)
Closed: 2nd and 4th Saturdays, all Sundays, and public holidays. Confirm current hours before visiting. Official website: uptransport.upsdc.gov.in
Quick Office Info
- State Jurisdiction:
- Uttar Pradesh
- Primary City:
- Lucknow Mahanagar
- Official Website:
- uptransport.upsdc.gov.in
- Database Source:
- Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH)
Services Handled at this Office
Under Section 213 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, the Lucknow Mahanagar ARTO is authorized to execute the following administrative functions:
Vehicle registration
Issuing and renewing Registration Certificates (RC), ownership transfer, hypothecation (loan) addition or cancellation
Driving licences
Learner's, Permanent, and Commercial driving licences
Tax collection
Levying and collecting Motor Vehicle Tax (road tax), resolving departmental action cases
Fitness & inspection
Vehicle fitness certificates, PUC (Pollution Under Control) validation, clearing accidental vehicles
Permit issuance
Local and state permits for commercial passenger and goods vehicles
Scope looks narrower than the main RTO. The main Lucknow RTO's listing covers International Driving Permits and national, inter-state and tourist permits. This office's listing mentions neither. If you need an International Driving Permit or a national, inter-state or tourist permit, confirm with the helpline whether the Mahanagar ARTO handles it or whether you need the main RTO at Transport Nagar.
How to Register a Vehicle Here
New vehicles must be registered to comply with statutory rules. Process is typically 7-15 days.
- 1
Fill Form 20 on the Parivahan portal (dealers often handle this as part of the on-road price) and upload supporting documents online.
- 2
Pay the registration fee and lifetime road tax (see slab table below) online through Vahan.
- 3
Book your slot for the office that serves your address. If the Mahanagar office isn't offered for the service you need, it's handled at the main RTO.
- 4
Attend vehicle inspection — an officer verifies chassis and engine numbers against the paperwork.
- 5
RC is issued as a smart-card/digital RC, typically arriving by post within 15–30 days. HSRP (High Security Registration Plate) must be affixed before the vehicle is delivered.
Documents Required (RTO Filing)
Ensure you bring valid original copies along with self-attested photostats.
- Form 20 (application for registration)
- Form 21 (sale certificate) and Form 22 (roadworthiness certificate) from the dealer
- Valid insurance certificate
- Proof of identity and address
- PAN card, or Form 60/61
- Passport-size photographs
- PUC certificate
- Temporary registration certificate, if already issued
RTO Registration Fees & Road Tax
Electric vehicles are fully exempt from road tax in Uttar Pradesh — you only pay the base registration and Smart Card fees on an EV. On a ₹15 lakh vehicle, that's the difference between 8% lifetime tax (₹1.2 lakh) on a petrol car and ₹0 road tax on the equivalent EV. These figures reflect the source data provided; confirm against the live UP Transport/Vahan fee schedule before publishing.
Driving Licence Fees (via Sarathi)
| Service Type | Fees (INR) |
|---|---|
| Learner's Licence (LL) | ₹150 to ₹200 (depending on vehicle class) |
| Driving Test Fee | ₹300 |
| Permanent Driving Licence Issue | ₹200 |
| Addition of Vehicle Class | ₹500 |
| International Driving Permit (IDP) | ₹1,000 |
| Renewal of Driving Licence | ₹200 |
| Smart Card / Form 7 Fee | ₹200 |
Late renewal penalty: if you renew your driving licence after the 30-day grace period has expired, an additional late fee of ₹300 is charged to reinstate the licence. The IDP fee is the statewide figure; see the scope note above on whether this office issues it.
Vehicle Registration & Service Fees (via Vahan)
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| New Two-Wheeler Registration | ₹300 |
| New Car Registration | ₹600 |
| Hypothecation Charges (if on loan) | ₹1,500 |
| Smart Card RC | ₹200 |
| Ownership Transfer (Car) | ₹500 |
Uttar Pradesh Road Tax Slabs
| Ex-Showroom Price Band | Lifetime Tax (Petrol/Diesel) | Lifetime Tax (EV) |
|---|---|---|
| Under ₹6 Lakh | 3% | 0% (Exempt) |
| ₹6 Lakh – ₹10 Lakh | 6% | 0% (Exempt) |
| ₹10 Lakh – ₹20 Lakh | 8% | 0% (Exempt) |
| Above ₹20 Lakh | 9% | 0% (Exempt) |
Local Note: No NCR Old-Vehicle Ban in Lucknow
Lucknow is the capital of Uttar Pradesh, in the central part of the state, and is not part of the Delhi-NCR region, so the 10-year diesel / 15-year petrol restriction that applies in Meerut, Ghaziabad and Noida does not apply here. Older vehicles can ply as long as their registration, fitness certificate, insurance and PUC are valid. A private vehicle's RC is valid for 15 years, after which it must be re-registered and renewed every 5 years.
RC Transfer & Re-registration in Lucknow
Used Vehicle Ownership Transfer
When you buy a used vehicle, transfer the RC into your name within 30 days. You'll need the sale certificate, original RC, insurance in the buyer's name, ID/address proof, PUC certificate, and the financier's NOC if there was a loan. Ownership transfer for a car costs ₹500; adding a hypothecation (loan) costs ₹1,500.
RC Validity & Inter-state Relocation
Removing a hypothecation after the loan is paid off needs an NOC and closure documents from the bank, submitted to the RTO.
Fancy / VIP Registration Numbers
Fancy and VIP registration numbers in Uttar Pradesh are allotted through the online auction on the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways portal, a statewide mechanism. The source for this office doesn't say which Lucknow office handles allotment, and since the auction is online, you apply through the portal rather than at a counter.
How to Check RC & Vehicle Details in Lucknow
Multiple digital portals allow free and immediate status verification for Lucknow-registered vehicles:
On Nxcar
Enter the vehicle number in the tool above, verify with OTP, and view owner, insurance, hypothecation and validity details instantly.
On Parivahan
parivahan.gov.in → Online Services → 'Know Your Vehicle Details'.
On mParivahan / DigiLocker
Search the number to store a digital RC.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Verify legal and operational protocols regarding vehicle compliance and RTO functions.