TN-68 Kumbakonam RTO: Full Details & Services
TN-68 Kumbakonam RTO: Full Details & Services
Your essential guide to the TN-68 RTO office in Kumbakonam, the "Temple Town" and brassware hub — exclusively for tnrtohelp.com.
About TN-68 RTO (Kumbakonam)
The TN-68 registration code is assigned to the Kumbakonam Regional Transport Office. Kumbakonam is a major commercial, educational, and religious center in the Thanjavur district, world-renowned for its ancient temples and Mahamaham festival. The TN-68 office is one of the key administrative centers in the delta region, managing a high volume of private vehicles and tourist transport serving the "Navagraha" temple circuit.
Office Location & Contact Information
If you are planning to visit the TN-68 office for a driving test, vehicle registration, or permit work, here are the official contact details updated for 2026:
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| RTO Code | TN-68 |
| Office Name | Regional Transport Office, Kumbakonam |
| Address | No. 10, Arokiasamy Nagar, Korkai Main Road, Kumbakonam - 612001 |
| Landmark | Near Mupgovil / Near New Bus Stand Area |
| Phone Number | 0435-2412412 |
| Email ID | rtotn68@nic.in |
| Working Hours | 10:00 AM to 05:45 PM (Monday to Friday) |
Jurisdiction & Areas Covered
The TN-68 RTO serves the northern part of the Thanjavur district. Residents and transport operators from the following taluks typically fall under this jurisdiction:
- Kumbakonam Town
- Thiruvidaimarudur
- Papanasam
- Korkai and surrounding villages
Note: For Thanjavur city and the southern blocks (Pattukkottai), the code is TN-49.
Major Services Provided at TN-68
At tnrtohelp.com, we facilitate information for all core services offered at the Kumbakonam office:
1. Licensing Services
- Learner’s License (LLR): Online applications and computer-based preliminary tests.
- Permanent Driving License: Practical driving tests for 2-wheelers, 4-wheelers, and commercial vehicles.
- DL Renewal: Extending validity for residents and the large pool of tourist vehicle drivers.
- International Driving Permit (IDP): For residents traveling abroad from the delta region.
2. Vehicle Registration & Commercial Work
- New Vehicle Registration: Assigning TN-68 numbers to new cars, bikes, and school/college buses.
- Transfer of Ownership (TO): Essential legal documentation for the second-hand vehicle market.
- Fitness Certificate (FC): A high-priority service for the numerous tourist omnibuses and vans frequenting the temple circuit.
- Hypothecation (HPA/HPT): Adding or removing bank loan endorsements on your RC.
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: ₹150 (Two-Wheeler) / ₹300 (Four-Wheeler)
Helpful Hint: Kumbakonam is a major religious hub. If you are bringing a Tourist Taxi or Omnibus for a Fitness Certificate (FC), ensure your high-security registration plates (HSRP) and speed governors are correctly fitted before arriving at the Korkai Road inspection area.
How to Reach the TN-68 Office?
The office is located in Arokiasamy Nagar on Korkai Main Road.
- By Bus: Take any town bus heading towards Korkai or Mupgovil from the Kumbakonam New Bus Stand.
- By Train: Kumbakonam Railway Station is approximately 3-4 km away.
- By Road: Easily accessible via the main town roads; look for the entrance near the Mupgovil junction.