TN-55 Pudukkottai RTO: Full Details & Services

TN-55 Pudukkottai RTO: Full Details & Services

Your essential guide to the TN-55 RTO office in Pudukkottai, the historic princely state hub — exclusively for tnrtohelp.com.


About TN-55 RTO (Pudukkottai)

The TN-55 registration code is assigned to the Pudukkottai Regional Transport Office. Pudukkottai, a city with a rich royal heritage, serves as a central point for administrative and transport activities in the district. The TN-55 office is responsible for regulating a wide range of vehicles, from private cars and motorcycles to agricultural machinery and heavy transport trucks that traverse the central highway corridors.

Office Location & Contact Information

Planning to visit for a driving test, registration, or a permit? Here are the verified contact details for the TN-55 office:

Information Details
RTO Code TN-55
Office Name Regional Transport Office, Pudukkottai
Address 100 Feet Road, Kattuputhukulam, Near New Bus Stand, Pudukkottai - 622003
Landmark Near New Bus Stand / 100 Feet Road
Phone Number 04322-221618
Email ID rtotn55@nic.in
Working Hours 09:30 AM to 05:00 PM (Monday to Friday)

Jurisdiction & Unit Offices

The TN-55 RTO manages the transport needs of the Pudukkottai district. To ensure efficient services across the region, it operates via several key unit offices:

  • Pudukkottai (Main): Serving Pudukkottai town and surrounding central blocks.
  • Aranthangi (TN-55Z): Unit office serving the eastern coastal and agricultural hub of Aranthangi.
  • Alangudi: Unit office serving the Alangudi and nearby rural regions.
  • Illuppur: Unit office serving the northern parts of the district.

Major Services Provided at TN-55

At tnrtohelp.com, we simplify the core services offered at the Pudukkottai office:

1. Licensing Services

  • Learner’s License (LLR): Online applications and computer-based tests for local residents.
  • Permanent Driving License: Practical tests for 2-wheelers, 4-wheelers, and commercial vehicles.
  • DL Renewal: Extending validity for both private and transport license holders.
  • International Driving Permit (IDP): For residents traveling abroad from the Pudukkottai region.

2. Vehicle Registration & Permits

  • New Vehicle Registration: Assigning TN-55 numbers to new private and commercial vehicles.
  • Transfer of Ownership (TO): Legal documentation for buying or selling second-hand vehicles.
  • Fitness Certificate (FC): Critical for school buses, commercial vans, and heavy goods vehicles.
  • Permit Services: Issuing state-wide and national permits for logistics and passenger transport.

Estimated Service Fees

Standard processing fees (excluding road tax) for common RTO tasks include:

  • Learner's License (LLR): ₹230
  • Driving License (Smart Card): ₹200 + test charges
  • Two-Wheeler Registration: ₹300 (+ Road Tax)
  • Four-Wheeler Registration: ₹600 (+ Road Tax)
  • Transfer of Ownership (Bike/Car): ₹150 / ₹300
Helpful Hint: Pudukkottai's main RTO is located near the New Bus Stand. If you are appearing for a driving test or vehicle inspection, we recommend arriving early to avoid the congestion typically found near the central transport hubs.

How to Reach the TN-55 Office?

The office is located on 100 Feet Road in Pudukkottai.

  • By Bus: Any town bus or district bus heading to the New Bus Stand will drop you within walking distance.
  • By Train: Pudukkottai Railway Station is approximately 3-4 km away.
  • By Road: Easily accessible via the main bypass and town roads; look for the 100 Feet Road entrance near the bus terminal.

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