RTO Vehicle InformationAR03 DTO Office – DTO Tawang
AR03 Tawang DTO administers motor vehicle licensing, high-altitude commercial transport permits, and border logistics across Tawang district. Situated at an elevation of 10,000 feet, it manages specialized mountain vehicle permits, tourist Sumo clearances for Sela Pass route, and defence civilian transport passes.
Office Contact & Timings Details
AR03 – DTO Tawang
03794-222202 / 03794-222210
District Transport Office, O/o Deputy Commissioner, Tawang District, Arunachal Pradesh - 790104
Tawang High-Altitude MVI Inspection Ground, Tawang.
District Special Desks & Key Services
- Sela Pass & Bum La border route tourist vehicle permit cell
- High-altitude mountain terrain 4x4 vehicle fitness inspection desk
- Defence civilian & border road transport pass counter
- Inner Line Permit (ILP) tourist vehicle clearance helpdesk
Tawang district imposes standard Arunachal road tax. Commercial 4x4 Sumos and tourist commercial vehicles operating along Sela Pass and high-altitude mountain routes must maintain mandatory 4WD fitness certification.
Office Working & Driving Test Timings
* Closed on Saturdays, Sundays & State Holidays.
District Jurisdiction & Sub-Divisions Covered
Office Location Map
Services Available at AR03 DTO Office
The AR03 District Transport Office in DTO Tawang provides comprehensive vehicle and licensing services under the Government of Arunachal Pradesh Motor Vehicles Rules.
Driving Licence (DL) & Skill Evaluation
- ✓Issue & Renewal of Learner's Licence (LLR) via Parivahan Sarathi Portal
- ✓Permanent Driving Licence Slot Booking & Practical Hill Test
- ✓Renewal of Driving Licence (Within & After Grace Period)
- ✓Addition of New Vehicle Class (COV - MCWG, LMV, Hill Heavy Transport)
- ✓Issue of International Driving Permit (IDP) for State Residents
- ✓Duplicate DL Issuance (Loss/Damage in Transit/Districts)
- ✓Address & Name Correction in Driving Licence Smart Card
Vehicle Registration & Ownership Transfer
- ✓New Vehicle Permanent Registration & Smart Card RC (AR Series)
- ✓Re-registration & NOC Processing for Inter-State / Outer-State Vehicles
- ✓Inter-District & Intra-District Transfer of Vehicle Ownership (Form 29/30)
- ✓No Objection Certificate (NOC Form 28) for Outer State Transfer
- ✓Registration Certificate (RC) Renewal after 15 Years (Form 25)
- ✓Hypothecation Addition, Continuation & Termination (HPA/HPT)
- ✓Duplicate RC Issuance & Address Change on RC Smart Card
Hill Transport, Permits & ILP Clearances
- ✓Arunachal State Stage Carriage & Commercial Goods Hill Transport Permits
- ✓Tourist Taxi, Sumos & Maxi Cab Operator Permits for Mountain Routes
- ✓Inner Line Permit (ILP) Vehicle Transit & Border Road Clearances
- ✓Commercial Vehicle Fitness Certificate (FC) Renewal & Inspector Clearance
- ✓Road Tax Collection & Green Tax Clearance for Mountain Eco-Zones
Documents & Application Forms Required (AR03)
Ensure you carry original documents and filled forms when visiting the DTO Tawang District Transport Office:
Learner's Licence (LLR) & Permanent DL
- •Proof of Age: Class 10 Marks Memo, Birth Certificate, Aadhaar, or Passport
- •Proof of Address: Arunachal Pradesh Resident Certificate, Aadhaar, Passport, or Voter ID
- •Inner Line Permit (ILP) or Native Tribal Certificate copy (for non-native residents)
- •4 recent passport-size color photographs
- •Original LLR Certificate (for Permanent Driving Licence skill test)
- •Form 5 Driving School Certificate (Mandatory for Commercial & Heavy Transport DL)
Vehicle Registration & Re-registration (AR)
- •Original Invoice & Sales Certificate from Authorized Dealer
- •Original NOC Certificate issued by Parent RTO (Form 28 if from outside Arunachal)
- •Clearance Report from Local District Police Station
- •Valid Motor Insurance Certificate & PUC Certificate
- •Aadhaar Card & Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) / ILP of Owner
- •Chassis & Engine Number Pencil Print on Application Form
Transfer of Ownership & Hill Permits
- •Original Smart Card RC & Valid Insurance
- •Valid PUC Certificate & Arunachal Road Tax Clearance Receipt
- •Aadhaar & PAN Cards of both Transferor (Seller) and Transferee (Buyer)
- •Bank NOC (Form 35) if vehicle was under loan financing
- •Local District Police Clearance Certificate (No Pending Traffic Crime Record)
Statutory Fee Schedule – AR03 DTO Office
Official fee rates prescribed by the Directorate of Transport, Government of Arunachal Pradesh:
| RTO Service Description | Official Fee Amount | Fee Breakup & Details |
|---|---|---|
| Learner's Licence (LLR) Issue & Computer Test | ₹200 | ₹150 for LLR application + ₹50 for theory slot exam |
| Permanent Driving Licence (Smart Card) | ₹700 | ₹200 application fee + ₹300 skill driving test + ₹200 smart card fee |
| Driving Licence Renewal | ₹400 | ₹200 renewal fee + ₹200 smart card issuance (within grace period) |
| New Two-Wheeler Vehicle Registration | ₹300 | Official registration fee (excludes state road life tax) |
| New Four-Wheeler (LMV Private) Registration | ₹600 | Official registration fee + Smart Card RC cost |
| Transfer of Ownership (RC Transfer) | ₹150 - ₹300 | ₹150 for 2-wheelers / ₹300 for LMV 4-wheelers |
| No Objection Certificate (NOC - Form 28) | ₹100 | Official fee for inter-district or inter-state transfer clearance |
| Commercial Vehicle Fitness Renewal (FC) | ₹600 - ₹1,000 | ₹600 for Light Commercial / ₹1,000 for Heavy Transport + ₹400 inspection fee |
| Eco-Zone Green Tax (15+ Year Vehicles) | ₹500 - ₹1,000 | Mandatory environmental levy for 15+ year old non-transport & transport vehicles |
* Note: Statutory registration fees exclude state life road tax which is calculated based on vehicle invoice value and engine capacity.
Step-by-Step Process for AR DTO Services
How to complete your vehicle registration or driving licence work at AR03 DTO:
Online Application & Slot Booking
Visit the Parivahan Sewa portal (parivahan.gov.in) or Arunachal Pradesh Transport portal, select Arunachal Pradesh, fill in service details (LLR / DL / RC / NOC), upload documents (Aadhaar, PRC / ILP), pay prescribed fees online, and book an appointment slot at your District Transport Office (DTO).
Physical Document Verification at DTO
Visit the District Transport Office (DTO) at your district headquarters (Itanagar, Tawang, Pasighat, Ziro, etc.) on your appointment date with original documents, Aadhaar, residence proof / ILP, and vehicle invoice.
Driving Skill Test / Vehicle MVI Inspection
Appear for the practical driving test at the designated District Test Track or MVI Inspector Ground. Commercial vehicles undergo physical fitness and roadworthiness inspection by the Motor Vehicle Inspector (MVI).
Smart Card RC / DL Issuance
Upon successful verification and MVI test clearance, your official Smart Card RC or Driving Licence is processed and issued by the District Transport Office, Government of Arunachal Pradesh.
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Frequently Asked Questions (AR03 DTO)
Common queries regarding DTO Tawang DTO office timing, location, and procedures.
Q: What is the RTO code for Tawang district?
A: The official RTO code for Tawang district including Tawang Town, Lumla, and Jang is AR03.
Q: Where is the AR03 Tawang DTO office located?
A: AR03 DTO office is located at the Office of the Deputy Commissioner, Tawang District, Arunachal Pradesh - 790104. Phone: 03794-222202.
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