⚡🇮🇳 Bought an MG EV? Don’t Skip These RTO Rules or You’ll Regret It! (2025 Guide)
🚘 Introduction: EV Dreams, RTO Realities
MG has made electric cars stylish, smart, and surprisingly affordable in India. Whether it’s the MG ZS EV or the compact MG Comet EV, buyers are going electric faster than ever.
But here’s what most MG EV buyers don’t know:
“Even your high-tech EV has to follow old-school RTO rules. And if you ignore them, you’ll be stuck in paperwork faster than your EV can go 0 to 60!”
🧑🔧 Real Case Study – MG Comet, Green Plate, and a Shocking Delay
Name: Zeeshan Iqbal
City: Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra
Car: MG Comet EV
Year of Purchase: 2024
Zeeshan was thrilled to get his MG Comet — compact, cool, and eco-friendly. But he didn’t realize that his dealership delayed the green number plate process.
Result? Zeeshan was fined ₹5000 for driving without a valid permanent registration within 30 days. His car had a temporary number and dealership stickers — but RTO systems flagged him for non-compliance.
“I thought it was automatic. It’s an EV after all. But no one told me I still need to manually visit the RTO or follow up with the dealer.”
📑 What RTO Rules Still Apply to MG EV Owners?
| RTO Requirement | Applies to MG EV? |
|---|---|
| RC Registration with RTO | ✅ Yes |
| Green Number Plate Approval | ✅ Yes |
| Permanent Registration (within 30 days) | ✅ Yes |
| Road Tax (state-wise exemption) | ⚠️ Depends |
| Valid Driving Licence | ✅ Yes |
| Insurance + Fastag | ✅ Yes |
| Battery Warranty Upload (in some RTOs) | ⚠️ Yes |
📌 MG EV Owners: Avoid These Common Mistakes
- Assuming dealership will complete all RTO work – Always ask for the status of your permanent RC and number plate.
- Not checking EV-specific state subsidy process – Many subsidies are linked to RTO approval + Aadhaar KYC.
- Skipping insurance or Fastag because it’s 'just an EV' – These are legally mandatory for all vehicles.
- Thinking no PUC = no paperwork – PUC may not be needed, but re-registration, transfer, and insurance are.
⚙️ Tech-Savvy, But Still Government-Savvy?
MG EV buyers are often first-time EV users — tech lovers who expect everything to be automatic. But Indian RTO systems are still semi-digital, and delays can happen. So always:
- ✅ Track your application status online: parivahan.gov.in
- ✅ Follow up with dealer if RC/number plate is pending
- ✅ Save copies of all SMS/emails from RTO and MG
- ✅ Apply for subsidy separately (check your state’s EV policy)
🔗 Related Reads:
- How to Get Green Number Plate for Your EV in India
- RC Delay? What to Do If Your EV Isn't Registered in 30 Days
- How to Transfer an MG EV to Another Owner
🧠 Final Thought
MG EVs are fun, fast, and futuristic — but the rules governing them are still grounded in today’s RTO reality.
Be a smart EV owner. Know your rights, and follow the steps. Or like Zeeshan, you’ll be fined even before you finish your first electric road trip!
