If you’re planning to buy a used car or bike, or simply want to verify the details of a vehicle, the good news is that most of this information can now be checked online in India. Thanks to government digital services, you don’t have to stand in long queues at an RTO just to confirm a vehicle’s registration status.
In this article, we’ll walk you through simple, step-by-step ways to check vehicle information using official government portals and apps.
If you’re planning to buy a used car or bike, or just want to double-check a vehicle’s details, you can do it all online now. No more waiting at the RTO or dealing with endless forms. Everything’s been made digital through government platforms and a few trusted apps.
Let me walk you through how to check vehicle information the easy way.
Why You Might Want to Check Vehicle Details
A lot of people look up vehicle info before taking the next step — and for good reason.
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To verify details before buying a second-hand car or bike.
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To see if any challans or taxes are pending.
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To confirm if the insurance or fitness certificate is still valid.
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Or sometimes, just to double-check registration info after an accident or dispute.
Quick note: the system only shows basic public data. Anything personal, like an address, stays hidden for privacy.
Method 1: Using the Parivahan Portal
The official Parivahan Sewa website, managed by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, is where most people start.
Here’s how it works:
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Go to the official Parivahan Vehicle Details page.
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Type in your mobile number and the captcha.
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You’ll get an OTP — enter it to verify.
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Add the vehicle number (say, GJ05AB1234).
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Fill in the captcha again.
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Hit “Vahan Search.”
You’ll instantly see details like the vehicle’s make, model, registration date, fuel type, and insurance validity.
You will see details such as:
- Vehicle make and model
- Registration date and RTO
- Fuel type
- Insurance and fitness validity
Method 2: Through Vahandetails
Government sites can feel slow sometimes, so many users prefer third-party options.
One that’s become quite popular is Vahandetails — the interface is smoother, and the process feels quicker. You can check any vehicle’s registration details there too.
Method 3: On State RTO Websites
Some states run their own transport portals.
Here are a few examples:
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Delhi: Delhi Transport
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Maharashtra: Maha Parivahan
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Gujarat: RTO Gujarat
You just enter the registration number, and the system pulls up the basic info.
Method 4: Using Mobile Apps
If you like doing things on your phone, there are apps too:
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mParivahan (official app)
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RTO – Echallan, Vehicle Info for iOS
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Vahan: Echallan, Vehicle Info for Android
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Plus, transport apps from specific states
They even let you keep a digital RC and DL — both are legally accepted across India.
A Quick Word on Privacy
You can’t access the owner’s full details online, and that’s intentional.
Names and addresses are kept private for security reasons. If a site claims to show “complete owner info,” it’s probably not legit — better to stay away.
Common Questions
Can I see the owner’s name or address?
No, only public details like model, registration date, insurance, and fitness are visible.
Is Parivahan official?
Yes, it’s a government platform under MoRTH.
Is mParivahan valid to use?
Yes, it’s official too. You can show digital RC and DL from there if needed.
Do all states have RTO websites?
Not all, but many — Delhi, Maharashtra, and Gujarat are good examples.
Wrapping Up
Checking vehicle details online barely takes two minutes now. Whether you’re verifying a second-hand vehicle, looking up challans, or just checking your own registration, you can do it through Parivahan, mParivahan, Vahandetails, or your state RTO portal.
Skip the queue, grab your phone, and you’ll have all the info you need right there.
