Hyderabad RTO Codes & Telangana Vehicle Registration — Complete 2026 Guide
Everything you need to know about TG and TS number plate codes — area-wise mapping, all 38 district codes, vehicle owner lookup, and more.
Ever seen a car drive by in Hyderabad and wondered “where is that vehicle from?” — the answer is right on the number plate. The first two characters after IND tell you exactly which Regional Transport Office (RTO) registered that vehicle.
Whether you’re buying a used car, checking a vehicle’s history after an accident, verifying insurance, or just curious about your neighbour’s fancy new SUV — this guide covers every single RTO code in Hyderabad and across all 38 districts of Telangana, with updated information for the 2024 TS → TG code change.
🏢 What is an RTO Code? (And Why It Matters)
The RTO code (Regional Transport Office code) is the two-character state prefix + two-digit number that appears at the beginning of every Indian vehicle registration number. For Telangana vehicles, this looks like TG07, TG09, TG13, etc.
Why does it matter to you?
Your RTO code matters more than you think:
- Insurance & Challan: Traffic challans, insurance claims, and RC-related services are processed through your specific RTO. Knowing the code helps you approach the right office.
- Buying Used Vehicles: Verifying a second-hand vehicle’s RTO code tells you where it was originally registered and helps spot mismatches or fraud.
- Accident & Hit-and-Run: Note a plate number → look up the owner online in minutes using the Parivahan portal.
- Road Tax & Transfers: When transferring ownership or renewing RC, you need to visit the correct RTO for that registration zone.
🔄 TS vs TG Number Plate — The Big Change Explained
This is the most confusing question for Hyderabad vehicle owners right now. Here’s the complete answer:
🚨 The 2024 Code Change: TS → TG
In March 2024, the Central Government issued a Gazette Notification officially changing Telangana’s vehicle registration code from TS (Telangana State) to TG (Telangana Government). All new vehicles registered on or after this date carry the TG prefix.
NO. If your vehicle already has a TS number plate (e.g., TS09AB1234), you do not need to change it. Old TS plates remain fully valid. Only new registrations use TG from March 2024 onwards.
| Feature | TS (Old) | TG (New) |
|---|---|---|
| Full Form | Telangana State | Telangana Government |
| Used From | 2014 (state formation) | March 2024 onwards |
| Still Valid? | ✅ Yes, fully valid | ✅ Yes, current standard |
| Need to Replace? | ❌ No replacement needed | — |
| Example | TS09 AB 1234 | TG09 AB 1234 |
🗺️ Main Hyderabad RTO Codes (TG07 to TG14)
Hyderabad has six active RTO zones (TG09–TG14) plus surrounding districts (TG07 Ranga Reddy and TG08 Medchal). Here’s the complete Hyderabad-specific code table:
| RTO Code | Location / Zone | Key Areas Covered |
|---|---|---|
| TG07 / TS07 | Ranga Reddy District | Uppal, LB Nagar, Shamshabad, Ibrahimpatnam (older registrations) |
| TG08 / TS08 | Medchal–Malkajgiri | Kukatpally, Miyapur, Bachupally, Medchal, Kompally |
| TG09 / TS09 | Hyderabad Central | Khairatabad, Somajiguda, Banjara Hills, Jubilee Hills (Central) |
| TG10 / TS10 | Hyderabad North | Secunderabad, Trimulgherry, Alwal, Malkajgiri, Nacharam |
| TG11 / TS11 | Hyderabad East | Malakpet, Dilsukhnagar, Moosarambagh, LB Nagar (newer) |
| TG12 / TS12 | Hyderabad South | Old City, Bahadurpura, Chandrayangutta, Kishanbagh |
| TG13 / TS13 | Hyderabad West | Tolichowki, Mehdipatnam, Gachibowli, Hitech City, Kondapur |
| TG14 / TS14 | Reserved Hyderabad Series | Reserved for specific official/government registrations |
| TG15 / TS15 | Sangareddy | Patancheru, Ameenpur, Sangareddy town |
| TG34 / TS34 | Vikarabad | Vikarabad, Tandur, Chevella, Shankarpally |
📍 Hyderabad Area-Wise RTO Code Finder
Not sure which RTO code covers your neighbourhood? Use this quick lookup:
📋 Full Telangana RTO Code List — All 38 Districts (TG01–TG38)
Here is the complete official list of all Telangana RTO codes covering every district in the state:
🔎 How to Check Vehicle Owner Details Online
Once you know the RTO code from a number plate, you can look up a vehicle’s full registration details — including partial owner name, insurance status, fitness certificate validity, and registration date — for free using official government portals.
Method 1: Parivahan Sewa Portal (Official — Best)
Go to the official Parivahan Sewa website. Under “Informational Services”, click on “Know Your Vehicle Details”.
Log in with your mobile number and OTP, or create a free account if you don’t have one.
Type in the full registration number (e.g., TG09AB1234 or TS13EF5678). Hit Search.
Instantly see: partial owner name, registration date, fuel type, vehicle category, RC validity, insurance expiry, and fitness certificate status.
Method 2: mParivahan App (Mobile)
Download the mParivahan app (official government app, free on Play Store & App Store). It lets you store a digital copy of your RC on your phone — valid as a legal document during traffic checks. You can also search any vehicle number for its RTO details.
Method 3: Send SMS
Send an SMS: VAHAN <vehicle number> to 7738299899 from a registered mobile number to get basic vehicle details.
⚙️ RTO Services — What Can You Do Online?
Telangana RTO offices (now operating under the TG code) offer a wide range of services both online through Parivahan and offline at your nearest office. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown:
| Service | Online Available? | Portal / Where |
|---|---|---|
| New Vehicle Registration | ✅ Partially (via dealer) | Parivahan / RTO Office |
| RC Renewal (after 15 years) | ✅ Yes | parivahan.gov.in |
| Learner’s Licence Application | ✅ Yes | Sarathi Parivahan |
| Driving Licence Test Slot | ✅ Yes | Sarathi Parivahan |
| DL Renewal | ✅ Yes | Sarathi Parivahan |
| Road Tax Payment | ✅ Yes | Parivahan / Telangana Transport |
| Ownership Transfer | ⚠️ Partial | Start online, complete at RTO |
| Duplicate RC | ⚠️ Partial | Parivahan + RTO visit |
| NOC (No Objection Certificate) | ✅ Yes | Parivahan |
| Vehicle Fitness Certificate | ❌ In-person | Visit nearest RTO |
| E-Challan Payment | ✅ Yes | echallan.tspolice.gov.in/publicview/ |
| HSRP Number Plate | ✅ Yes | hsrp.bookmyhsrp.com |
📌 Hyderabad RTO Office Addresses
If you need to visit an RTO office in person, here are the official addresses for all Hyderabad zone offices:
| RTO Code | Zone | Office Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| TG09 | Hyderabad Central | JTC, D.No.6-3-646, Opp. Eenadu Office, Khairatabad, Somajiguda, Hyderabad – 500082 | — |
| TG10 | Hyderabad North | Main Road, Trimulgherry, Secunderabad, Telangana – 500015 | — |
| TG11 | Hyderabad East | 16-11-16, N/99, Moosarambagh Road, Malakpet, Hyderabad – 500036 | — |
| TG12 | Hyderabad South | D.No.19-5-28/3/13, Kishanbagh, Hyderabad, Telangana – 500064 | — |
| TG13 | Hyderabad West | D.No.9-4-86/41, Salarjung Colony, Tolichowki, Mehdipatnam, Hyderabad – 500008 | +91-40-23311269 |
| 🏛️ Main Transport Bhavan (Commissioner’s Office): Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Transport Bhavan, RTA Complex, Khairatabad, Hyderabad – 500082 | |||