RTO Forms 28, 29, 30, and 35 - Quick and easy guide to carefree used car ownership

During the sale of a used car, the seller and buyer must submit correctly filled-out forms to the authorities for a smooth ownership transfer and trouble-free after-sales experience. It is guaranteed that you will have heard of RTO forms 28, 29, 30 and 35 if you are in the market to sell or buy a used car. 

While it may sound tedious, there is no need to stress - we have a simple checklist of documents you will need to keep ready, a brief explanation of why each form is needed, and all the information you will need for a stress-free experience.

What are the forms issued by the RTO for selling a used car?

The government needs to keep tabs on how many cars are on the road, who owns those cars and if the owners have paid all the relevant taxes. The authorities must also be diligent if the owners agree to be accountable for owning and driving their cars and if people are protected from liabilities in case of an accident. Registering your car with the RTO helps the government keep track, and when you want to sell your car, the transfer of ownership is added to government records by the owner filling out prescribed forms.

Forms 29 and 30 are the primary forms to be filled out and submitted to the RTO when selling a used car. Additionally, the RTO may require the owner to submit forms 24, 28 and 35, depending on various factors. Let’s look at each form in detail:

RTO Form 28: No Objection Certificate (NOC) for vehicle

• What is it?

 Form 28, an application for and grant of a No Objection Certificate.
 

• When?

 If the car needs to be registered in a state or union territory other than the state of original registration.
 

• Why? 

The rules of car ownership vary between regional transport offices. If a car is relocating to a different region, it should be clear of any dues or offences. 
 

• Whom?

 The seller must apply for an NOC from the original RTO.
 

• Required documents?

 Along with a correctly filled-up Form 28, the seller must submit:

• Original vehicle registration certificate
• Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate
• Insurance policy certificate
• Address proof of the registered owner
• NOC from the dealership in case the car is leased or hire-purchase
• NOC from the bank or financial institution if the car is under a loan or hypothecation agreement
   

RTO Form 29: Transfer the ownership of a vehicle

• What is it?

Form 29 is a notice of transfer of ownership of a motor vehicle.
 

• When? 

 At the start of the selling process for the used car.  
 

• Why?

 This form informs the RTO that a car owner plans to sell their car. It also allows third-party sellers/dealers to take the car from the original owner for display/storage purposes.
 

• Whom?

 The seller must complete and submit Form 29 at the RTO of original registration, signed by both the seller and buyer.
 

• Required documents?

 Along with a correctly filled-up Form 29, the seller must submit:

• Original vehicle registration certificate
• Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate
• Insurance policy certificate
• Address proof of the registered owner
• Address proof of the buyer
• NOC from the dealership in case the car is leased or hire-purchase
• NOC from the bank or financial institution if the car is under a loan or hypothecation agreement
   

RTO Form 30: Report of transfer of ownership of a motor vehicle

• What is it? 

Form 30 is an application for intimation and transfer of ownership of a motor vehicle.
 

• When?

 When completing the process of buying a used car.  
 

• Why? 

This informs the RTO about the buyer of the used car. It is necessary to legally complete the transfer of ownership of a used car to a new owner.
 

• Whom?

 The buyer must submit Form 30, signed by both the seller and the buyer, at the RTO in whose jurisdiction they want to register the car.
 

• Required documents? 

Along with a correctly filled-up Form 30, the seller must submit:

• Attested copy of Form 29 from the RTO where the car is currently registered
• Original vehicle registration certificate
• Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate
• Insurance policy certificate
• Address proof of the buyer
   

RTO Form 35: Notice of termination of agreement of hire-purchase/lease/hypothecation

• What is it?

 Form 35 is a notice of termination of agreement of hire-purchase/lease/hypothecation.
 

• When?

 To update the car registration certificate (RC) when the loan is cleared or if the hire-purchase/lease deal no longer applies.
 

• Why?

 This informs the RTO that a car is no longer collateral as any loan/lease/hire-purchase agreement has been paid off. 
 

• Whom?

 The seller must submit Form 35 at the RTO of original registration.
 

• Required documents? 

Along with a correctly filled-up Form 35, the seller must submit:

• Original vehicle registration certificate
• Insurance policy certificate
• Proof of loan repayment, such as a closure letter from the bank/financer or letter of termination of hire-purchase/lease deal
   

Used car ownership transfer document checklist

The following documents should be kept at the ready or be attached to RTO forms 28, 29, 30 and 35:

• Certificate of Registration (RC)
• Certificate of Insurance
• Certification of Pollution Under Control (PUC)
• PAN card copy of both seller and buyer
• Form 60 (Working Certificate) if the buyer does not have a PAN card
• Chassis number pencil print
• Engine number pencil print
• Proof of Date of Birth of the buyer
• Proof of address of both seller and buyer
• Undertaking Certificate by both seller and buyer
• Passport-size photographs of both the seller and buyer
   

Conclusion

The information, checklists and tips above should make your used car selling and buying experience smoother. For added convenience, you can sell your car at CARS24 - minimal paperwork, a hassle-free process, fair price and instant payment!