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Kanpur RTO

Last Updated: May 21, 2026

Official Regional Transport Office (RTO) in Uttar Pradesh · RTO Code: UP-78

Office Information

Official Code

UP-78

Location

Uttar Pradesh

Office Hours

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Working Days

Monday to Saturday

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Rajesh Sharma, Chief Transport Consultant

All local contact channels, timings, and code jurisdictions for Kanpur RTO are verified against current circulars from the Uttar Pradesh Transport Commissionerate.

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Office Governance: Kanpur RTO ↔ State Transport

The Kanpur RTO office operates strictly as a local executive node under the administrative control of the Uttar Pradesh Transport Commissionerate. While local public counters, biometric booking services, and automated ADTT driving tests are managed on the ground here, all key compounding tax percentages, road safety cess structures, and faceless software rules are legislated at the state department level.

UP-78 Office
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Uttar Pradesh Transport
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Regulatory Insights & Regional Compliance

Governing the transit and vehicle licensing in the regional precinct of Kanpur, the UP-78 RTO office serves as a primary hub under the Uttar Pradesh Motor Vehicles Department. Operating out of its primary administrative campus in Kanpur, the office offers simplified queue management for physical verification and counter submissions. For Uttar Pradesh, standard vehicle taxation dictates an 8% road tax on ex-showroom transactions valued below ₹10 Lakhs, scaling to a 10% RTO levy for premium passenger vehicles registered under the UP-78 system. As a key compliance initiative, all brand-new vehicle deliveries under UP-78 must be physically fitted with secure High-Security Registration Plates (HSRP) at authorized dealerships prior to regional verification.

Services Offered at UP-78

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Driving Licence

Get your DL renewed or apply for a duplicate licence through the Kanpur RTO RTO portal.

Vehicle Registration

Maintain your vehicle compliance with RC renewal and fitness certificates at Kanpur RTO.

Ownership Transfer

Secure and legal transfer of vehicle RC to a new owner at Kanpur RTO.

NOC Services

Moving your vehicle out of Uttar Pradesh? Apply for a digital NOC here.

Permit Services

Commercial transport permits and fitness certificates at UP-78.

Tax Payment

Stay compliant by paying your vehicle taxes through the official Uttar Pradesh portal.

Pro Tip: Most services at the Kanpur RTO are now available online via the official parivahan.gov.in portal. You only need to visit the RTO for biometrics or vehicle inspections.

FAQs for Kanpur RTO (UP-78)

Is slot booking mandatory for Kanpur RTO? ▼

Yes, for driving tests and vehicle inspections, you must book a slot via the Sarathi/Vahan portal before visiting.

Where is the automated driving track in Kanpur RTO? ▼

The automated testing track for UP-78 is typically located within the main office complex or a designated nearby suburb. Check your appointment slip for the exact location.

Can I change my address in RC at this office? ▼

If your current address falls under the jurisdiction of Kanpur RTO, you can apply for an address change online. Physical verification of documents may be required.

Planning a visit to UP-78?

To ensure a smooth experience at the Kanpur RTO, we recommend arriving 15 minutes before your scheduled slot. Ensure you have the physical copies of your application form and payment receipt.

Carry Form 1 & 1A if applying for DL renewal.
Bring your own vehicle for the driving test.

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