How to Get a Duplicate RC Book Online & Offline – Complete Guide
If your RC book is lost or torn and you want to apply for a duplicate vehicle RC book online or offline, we have outlined the complete process in this post. The vehicle RC book is a very important document for the vehicle owner. All vehicles must have their own RC book. The vehicle’s RC book contains all the details about the vehicle. If the vehicle’s registration book is lost, a report must be filed at the police station.
Required documents for duplicate RC Book:
- Form 26
- PUC Certificate
- Valid Indurance
- Proof of Address
- Police report
- Clear all Challans
- PAN Card
- Chassis & Engine Pencil Print (required for some states)
How to Apply for a Duplicate RC Book online?
To apply for a duplicate RC book online, follow the process below:
Steps to apply duplicate RC Book:
Open Parivahan website

The first step is to open the Parivahan official website: https://parivahan.gov.in/ and select the main menu to Vehicle Related Service from Online Services.
Select State

Now select your state and RTO. Click on the Proceed button.
Select Application for Duplicate RC

Select main menu to Services to RC Related Service to Application for Duplicate RC.
Enter vehicle Details

Enter vehicle registration number, chassis number and click on VERIFY DETAILS.
Fill all other Details
now, fill all details such as a date of birth, name, vehicle information and others. and click on Next button.
Upload Documents
Next step is upload required documents, photo and signature.
Pay fees
pay application fees for duplicate rc book, click on Pay Now button and will pay by UPI or net banking, The fee is 150 for two-wheelers and 300 for four-wheelers.
Submit Application
Final step is a click on Submit application button and generate acknowledgement number. (some state required to visit rto office and verify documents) your application submit succefull and you will get your rc book at home.
Note: Duplicate RC Book application, final approval will be subjected to the verification and approval at RTO office.
How to apply Duplicate RC book application offline?
If you want to Apply for duplicate RC book application offline,
- first you need to Form 26, download this form and fill all details.
- Go to RTO office with this form and required documents
- Pay fees for application
- Submit your application at RTO
- after aprrove your application, RC book deliver at your door steps.
If you want to Check RC book Status read thi Articles: How to Check RC Book Status?
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When should I apply for a duplicate RC?
ou should apply if your RC is: Lost, Stolen, Damaged, Torn, Defaced, Unreadable.
Can I apply for a duplicate RC offline?
Yes. Visit your nearest Regional Transport Office (RTO) with the required documents and submit the application.
Is an FIR mandatory for a lost RC Book?
It depends on your state’s transport rules. Some states require an FIR or lost property report, while others may accept a self-declaration.
Can I download a digital copy of my RC?
Yes, You can download a digital copy of rc book through DigiLocker.