A fitness certificate confirms a vehicle is roadworthy and is mainly required for commercial/transport vehicles like goods carriers, buses, and taxis, tested periodically at an RTO or Automated Testing Station (ATS). Private vehicles generally don't need this except in specific state-level cases.
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Parivahan Sewa, Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
https://parivahan.gov.in
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Check your vehicle's next fitness due date on the VAHAN/Parivahan portal or your existing certificate.
Book a slot at your RTO or an authorized Automated Testing Station (ATS), where available.
Present the vehicle for physical inspection/testing along with RC, insurance, and PUC.
Pay the applicable fitness testing fee.
Address any issues flagged during testing before a certificate is issued.
Receive or download the fitness certificate once the vehicle passes.
Track renewal reminders to avoid lapses that could affect your permit.
Official fees
Fees vary by vehicle category and state — check with your RTO or Automated Testing Station for current amounts.
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Generally no — this mainly applies to commercial and transport vehicles; private vehicle roadworthiness is checked differently, such as during RC renewal after a vehicle ages.