Vehicle Registration Details State-wise List in India (RTO Codes Guide 2026)

Vehicle registration numbers in India are issued by Regional Transport Offices (RTOs) across different states and union territories. Each state has a unique code that forms part of the vehicle registration number.

Understanding state-wise vehicle registration codes is important for identifying where a vehicle is registered and verifying its authenticity. In this guide, we provide a complete list of vehicle registration codes in India along with useful explanations.

What is Vehicle Registration Number in India?

A vehicle registration number is a unique identification number assigned to every vehicle by the RTO.

Example Format: TS09AB1234

TS → State code (Telangana)
09 → RTO district code
AB → Series
1234 → Unique number

This format helps in identifying the origin and details of the vehicle.

Why State-wise Vehicle Registration Codes Matter

Understanding registration codes helps in:

Identifying vehicle’s state of registration
Verifying second-hand vehicle details
Checking RTO jurisdiction
Avoiding fraud during vehicle purchase

State-wise Vehicle Registration Codes List in India

Below is a list of major state codes used in vehicle registration numbers:

Andhra Pradesh (AP)

AP01 – AP40 (District-wise RTO codes)

Telangana (TS)

Assam (AS)

Bihar (BR)

Chandigarh

CH01 RLA Chandigarh

Chhattisgarh

Dadra and Nagar Haveli

DN09 RLA Silvassa Dnh Ut

Daman and Diu

Delhi

Goa

Gujarat

Haryana

This website provides RTO office information and guidance based on official government portals. It does not provide personal owner data or real-time challan amounts.