How to get a duplicate copy of RC in Telangana?

You might require a duplicate RC (Registration Certificate) card if you have lost your RC card or when your RC card gets damaged/spoiled.

Documents Required

The following are the documents required for a duplicate RC in Telangana.

• Filled up Form 26

• Self-addressed envelope

• Original notarized affidavit

• FIR in case of loss of R.C.

• Insurance Certificate

• No objection certificate from Bank, if the vehicle is still under loan

• Pollution under Control Certificate

• Copy of your ID card

Process to get duplicate RC

Follow below are the steps to get a duplicate RC book in Telangana.

• Get a notarized affidavit on an INR 20 rupees stamp paper stating that you have lost your RC card

• File an FIR in the jurisdiction of the station where you lost your RC card. You will get a challan mentioning “RC Card Lost”

• Download Form 26 and fill all the required information. Affix a passport size photo in it as well.

• If you have loan pending in your vehicle, then you must obtain the signature from the financier in Form 26

• Get a self-addressed envelope with a phone number, and vehicle number on it. Affix a stamp of required worth on it as per the distance between the RTO office and the place of delivery of the new RC book/card.

• Submit the following documents to Superintendent at RTO where your vehicle is registered

  • Filled up Form 26

  • Self-addressed envelope

  • Original notarized affidavit

  • FIR in case of loss of RC

  • Insurance Certificate

  • No objection certificate from Bank, if the vehicle is still under loan

  • Pollution under Control Certificate

  • Copy of your ID card

• After verification, Superintendent will sign the document and direct you to another officer.

• This officer will verify your id and sign on Form-26. Carry the originals of ID with you for verification.

• Pay the required fee at the payment counter at the RT office.

• Visit the Superintendent again with the payment receipt so that he can verify and sign it.

• You will get an acknowledgment number that can be used to track the status of your request.

Time Required

The time required for a duplicate RC in Telangana is within 30 days.