Vehicle Fitness Certificate

Given below are a few reasons why a Fitness Certificate is important for vehicles:

1. In India, all motor vehicles must have a Fitness Certificate.
2. The Fitness Certificate certifies that the vehicle is safe to be driven after a thorough assessment to evaluate its mechanical condition.

1. With a Fitness Certificate, you can avoid government penalties for noncompliance. 
2. In India, a Fitness Certificate is mandatory for all commercial vehicle owners. If you do not furnish it during an inspection, you may have to pay a fine.  
3. One of the major reasons for the increase in vehicle pollution is the use of old vehicles. A Fitness Certificate makes sure that old vehicles that emit dangerous emissions and contaminate the environment are not certified and not permitted to be driven on roads.  

How to Apply for Vehicle Fitness Certificate Online

To apply for a Fitness Certificate online, follow the steps mentioned below: 

Step 1: Visit the official Parivahan Sewa website. 

Step 2: From the ‘Online Services’ tab, select 'Vehicle Related Services.' 

Step 3: From the drop-down menu, choose your state of residence.  

Step 4: Enter your vehicle registration number. 

Step 5: Click on ‘Proceed.’ 

Step 6: Click on the ‘Apply for Fitness Certificate’ option and follow the on-screen instructions. 

Step 7: Accept the instructions and click ‘Proceed.’ 

Step 8: Enter the vehicle chassis number and registered mobile number.  

Step 9: Click on the ‘Generate OTP’ option.  

Step 10: To view the details of the vehicle, enter the OTP. Verify this, enter the vehicle insurance information and click on ‘Payment.’ 

Step 11: Make the fee payment using one of the digital payment methods.  

Step 12: An application number will be assigned. The online receipt can be downloaded for future use.  

Step 13: Take your vehicle and all essential documentation to the RTO for vehicle inspection.  

If the vehicle fails the inspection owing to issues or technical faults, the RTO may recommend repairs. The FC will not be issued until the vehicle has passed inspection. 

How to Apply for Vehicle Fitness Certificate Offline

The steps to apply for a vehicle fitness certificate offline are mentioned below: 

Step 1: Collect all of the required application forms from the official Parivahan Sewa website or an RTO.  

Step 2: Fill out the application form and attach all the necessary documents. 

Step 3: Submit the application and supporting documentation to the RTO.  

Step 4: Complete the fee payment.  

Step 5: Bring your vehicle to the RTO for inspection on the scheduled date. 

The Fitness Certificate will be issued upon the completion of the vehicle inspection. 

Documents Required for Fitness Certificate

The following forms and documents are required to apply for a Fitness Certificate: 

1. Form 21 Vehicle Sale Certificate 

1. Road tax payment receipt 
2. Original Registration Certificate (RC) 
3. Temporary RC 
4. Pencil impression of the chassis number 
5. Form 22 (Certificate of roadworthiness) 

1. Vehicle insurance policy certificate 
2. Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate 
3. Passport size photographs 
4. Proof of identity 
5. Proof of address 

Fees for Fitness Certificate

The fees associated with a Fitness Certificate are mentioned in the table below: 

How to Download Fitness Certificate

The steps to download a Fitness Certificate are mentioned below: 

Step 1: Log in to the official Parivahan Sewa website. 

Step 2: From the drop-down menu, click on ‘Online Services.’ 

Step 3: Click on ‘Vehicle Related Services.’ 

Step 4: Choose your state of residence and enter your vehicle registration number.  

Step 5: Click on the ‘Proceed’ option.  

Step 6: Click on the ‘Download Document’ option and then ‘Print Fitness Certificate.’ 

Step 7: Enter the vehicle registration number as well as the application number. 

Step 8: To print or download your vehicle Fitness Certificate, select ‘Verify Details’ and follow the on-screen instructions.  

Please keep in mind that the process outlined above may not apply to all states. In this case, you can request a duplicate copy of the Fitness Certificate by completing the steps outlined in the following section.  

How to Obtain Duplicate Fitness Certificate

To obtain a duplicate Fitness Certificate, follow the steps mentioned below: 

Step 1: Visit the official Parivahan Sewa website. 

Step 2: From the drop-down menu, click on ‘Online Services.’ 

Step 3: Click on ‘Vehicle Related Services.’ 

Step 4: Choose your state and enter your vehicle registration number. 

Step 5: Click on the ‘Duplicate Fitness Certificate’ option.  

Step 6: Enter your vehicle registration number and chassis number.  

Step 7: Click on the ‘Verify Details Option.’ 

Step 8: Check the information and fill out the online form before clicking ‘Payment.’ 

Step 9: Download or print the application letter after making the online payment.  

Step 10: You will receive your duplicate Fitness Certificate through post.  

How to Check Fitness Certificate Status Online

If you want to check the status of your Fitness Certificate online, follow the steps mentioned below: 

Step 1: Visit the official Parivahan Sewa website. 

Step 2: Register if you are a new user or log in to your account.  

Step 3: Enter your vehicle registration number. 

Step 4: Enter the captcha code and click on ‘Vahan Search.’ 

Step 5: You will be able to see the vehicle registration details like the Fitness Certificate's validity. 

Penalty for Expired Fitness Certificate

If you drive a vehicle without a valid Fitness Certificate, you will be penalised. For a first-time offence, you will have to pay Rs.2,000 to Rs.5,000 for driving without a Fitness Certificate. The penalty ranges from Rs.5,000 to Rs.10,000 for repeat offences. Multiple repeat offences could lead to imprisonment. In addition, The Motor Vehicles Act contains a clause that allows for the imposition of a fine of Rs.50 per day for late renewal of the vehicle fitness certificate.