Misplaced your vehicle’s Registration Document (RC)? Stay calm, there’s no need to stress. You can now obtain it digitally online in just a few minutes without going to the RTO, paying a charge or using an agent service.
Here are the simple step-by-step procedures to obtain your RC digitally – fast and convenient.
What is an RC and Why Do You Need It
An RC (Registration Certificate), a government document, certifies that your car is registered with the government. It contains important information such as:
Your name and address
Vehicle registration number
Engine and chassis number
You would require this document when:
Buying or renewing insurance
Selling your car
Halting at traffic police
Availing of a car loan
It is preferable to have a copy available, even a soft copy.
Is a Digital RC Valid?
Online RCs saved from DigiLocker or the Vahan portal are as good as the original and can be accepted anywhere in India. Provided your document has the correct Aadhaar-linked vehicle information, traffic police and other officials won’t need to give a second thought.
How to Download Your RC Online (No Agent Required)
Option 1: Vahan Portal
1. Visit vahan.parivahan.gov.in
2. Choose Online Services > Vehicle-Related Services.
3. Select your state
4. Login using your mobile number (OTP-based)
5. Fill in your registration number and chassis number
6. Find “Download RC” or “RC Print”
7. Click to download
Completed in less than 2 minutes.
Option 2: DigiLocker App
1. Open the DigiLocker app (or install the app from your app store)
2. Login using your mobile number and Aadhaar
3. Visit Ministry of Road Transport and Highways
4. Choose Registration Certificate
5. Enter your vehicle details
Your digital RC will show up instantly and can be saved or shared anytime.
Quick Tip: Save the PDF or send it to yourself via email after downloading. In this manner, regardless of what happens to the physical copy, you’ll always have access.
Final Thought: Digital Convenience Saves the Day
Missing vital documents of the vehicle used to mean long lines and forms. These days, though, thanks to web portals such as DigiLocker and the Vahan portal, retrieving your RC is free, simple and fast. It is only rational to have a soft copy on your phone or in cloud, just in case. With a few actions, you’re good to move ahead.
