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Verified DTO Data (September 2026)State: Bihar (BR)

BR51 DTO Office – DTO Banka

The BR51 District Transport Office handles comprehensive vehicle registration, driver licensing, and transport compliance services under the Bihar Motor Vehicles Rules.

Official Portal:Transport Department, Government of Bihar
District:Bihar District

Aadhaar eKYC Promoted

The Bihar Transport Department highly promotes Aadhaar eKYC. Many services like DL renewal can be done entirely online without visiting the BR51 DTO.

Bihar Road Tax & Green Tax

Private vehicles are subject to a One-Time Tax (Lifetime) during registration. Commercial or older vehicles (15+ years) require a specific Green Tax clearance.

Office Information

DTO Code

BR51

City/District

DTO Banka

Official Location

District Transport Office, DTO Banka, Bihar

Contact respective DTO helpdesk

Driving Track

Designated Driving Test Track, DTO Banka, Bihar.

Tax Notes

Bihar State road tax regulations apply. A lifetime road tax is mandated for all non-commercial, private vehicles upon registration.

Working Hours

Working DaysMonday to Saturday (Second & Fourth Saturdays closed)
Office Hours10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Public Dealing10:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Driving Skill Test11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Closed on Sundays & Bihar State Holidays

Available Services & Application Process

The BR51 DTO provides complete vehicle and licensing services. Follow the unified 4-step process below for any major service.

1

Vahan / Sarathi Portal Application

Visit the Parivahan Sewa portal (or Transport Department Bihar website) to fill out the digital application form and schedule an appointment.

2

Physical Document Verification

Visit the respective DTO/RTO office in Bihar on your allotted date. Carry all original documents, forms, and printed fee receipts.

3

Skill Test or Vehicle Inspection

For a DL, pass the driving skill test at the designated track. For vehicle services, present the vehicle to the Motor Vehicle Inspector (MVI) for physical verification.

4

Final Approval & Dispatch

Upon MVI/DTO approval, your application is processed, and the Smart Card DL or RC is dispatched to your registered address via Speed Post.

Vehicle Registration Services

  • ✦New Vehicle Registration (RC)
  • ✦Transfer of Ownership (Name Change)
  • ✦Duplicate RC Issuance
  • ✦HP Addition & Termination
  • ✦NOC Issuance to Other States

Driving Licence (DL) Services

  • ✦Learner's Licence (LL)
  • ✦Permanent Driving Licence (DL)
  • ✦DL Renewal (Faceless via Aadhaar)
  • ✦International Driving Permit (IDP)
  • ✦Duplicate DL

Commercial & Transport Permits

  • ✦Commercial Vehicle Fitness Certificates
  • ✦State & National Permits
  • ✦Trade Certificates
  • ✦Tax Collection (Road & Green Tax)
  • ✦Challan Settlement

Forms & Document Checklist

Learner's / Permanent DL

Form 2 (DL Application)Form 1 (Self Declaration)Form 1A (Medical)
  • •Aadhaar Card (For eKYC & Address Proof)
  • •Birth Certificate or 10th Certificate (Age Proof)
  • •Recent Passport Size Photographs
  • •Blood Group Certificate

New Vehicle Registration

Form 20Form 21 (Sale Certificate)Form 22
  • •Original Dealer Invoice
  • •Valid Vehicle Insurance Policy
  • •Pollution Under Control (PUC) Certificate
  • •Address Proof of the Buyer

Transfer of Ownership (RC Transfer)

Form 29Form 30
  • •Original RC (Smart Card)
  • •Valid Insurance & PUC
  • •No Objection Certificate (NOC) if from another RTO
  • •Address & ID Proof of the Buyer

Statutory Fee Schedule

Service DescriptionFee (₹)
Learner's Licence (LL)
₹150 for application/test + ₹50 test fee per vehicle class
₹150 - ₹200
Permanent Driving Licence
₹200 DL fee + ₹300 driving skill test + ₹500 smart card/postal fee
₹1,000
Two-Wheeler Registration (Private)
Statutory registration fee (Excludes state Road Tax)
₹300
Four-Wheeler Registration (Private)
Statutory registration fee (Excludes state Road Tax)
₹600

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What services can I access at the BR51 DTO?

You can access services including new vehicle registration, ownership transfer, LL/DL issuance, DL renewal, and tax payments.

Q. Do I need to book a slot online for BR51?

Yes, almost all services require an online application and appointment booking through the Parivahan Sewa portal prior to visiting.

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