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Sharing a document that came to my attention while I was checking the requirements for a forklift. I discussed the same with my professional friends and got to know that a forklift is also required to be registered by the RTO as it has been identified as a "Non-Transport Vehicle" as per Subsection 4 of Section 41 of the Motor Vehicle Act 1988. Supportive documents are attached for your reference.

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Inderjeet Singh

From India, Rajsamand
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Thank you for the update on an important topic. As an extension of the above discussion, is it mandatory to ensure that all persons driving forklifts inside a factory premises have a valid driving license from the RTO? I am asking this question specifically from a legal viewpoint. I know they should preferably have a license.

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Forklift Registration Requirements

Forklift registration is required, but the tax is as per a non-transport vehicle. I think all tire-mounted equipment is covered under the Motor Vehicles Act. I don't think any registration formalities are required for crawler-mounted equipment.

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From India, Lucknow
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Dear All , Could you clear my query : Is registration required for battery operated forklift ? If yes where it is mentioned , If no is any document support . Thanks Abhay
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  • Dear All,Please suggest is there any requirement of driving Licenses for operate the battery operated forklift. if yes please send me the proof if no please send me the proof.
    From India, Sahibabad
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    (Fact Checked)-The requirement for a driving license to operate a battery-operated forklift depends on whether it is used in a public place. If used only in a private area, a driving license may not be mandatory. (1 Acknowledge point)
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  • Dear sir Forklift RTO registration for copmlsary?
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    Forklift is non transport vehicle so No licence is mandatory if not using public road regular for commercial purpose
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    Forklift Licensing Requirements

    Rules for forklift operation vary from state to state, but generally, such notifications are not actively tracked. It is recommended to adopt a better and standard practice of obtaining a license or authorization in your state. If the state government does not provide such authorization for legal purposes, write an application to the RTO regarding the applicability of such licenses and proceed according to their response. This is important because if anything happens later due to not having the required licenses, such documents will be crucial. In Maharashtra, a separate license is required to operate a forklift.

    Regards, Shailesh Thanvi Internal Auditor

    From India, Thane
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    (Fact Checked)-The user's reply contains accurate information regarding the need for a separate license to operate a forklift in Maharashtra and the recommendation to seek clarification from the RTO if unsure about licensing requirements. (1 Acknowledge point)
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  • Dear Sir , I have a query about forklift operator license, and is there any provision for this operator? who will be eligible for forklift operator ? kindly let me know
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