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What is Hypothecation?

Understanding the Role of Hypothecation in Vehicle Financing

Hypothecation refers to the process of adding, continuing, or removing a financial institution’s lien on a vehicle’s Registration Certificate (RC). This applies when a vehicle is purchased on loan and remains under the financer’s claim until the loan is fully repaid.


1. Hypothecation Addition

When a vehicle is financed through a bank or financial institution, hypothecation must be added to the RC.

Process of Hypothecation Addition

As per Rule 60 of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules (CMVR), 1989, the vehicle owner must submit an application in Form 34, duly signed by both the owner and the financer, along with:


2. Hypothecation Continuation

If a vehicle loan is restructured, transferred, or refinanced, the hypothecation must be continued in the RC.

Process of Hypothecation Continuation

  • Form 34 signed by the owner & new financer (if applicable)
  • Updated Bank Loan/Refinance Approval Letter
  • Original RC reflecting the existing hypothecation
  • Valid Insurance Certificate
  • PUC Certificate
  • Appropriate fee as per Rule 81

3. Hypothecation Termination (Removal from RC)

Once the vehicle loan is fully repaid, the hypothecation must be removed from the RC, making the owner the sole legal owner of the vehicle.

Process of Hypothecation Termination

As per Rule 61 of CMVR, 1989, the vehicle owner must submit an application in Form 35, signed by the financer, along with :

  • Original Registration Certificate (RC)
  • Form 35, duly signed by the financer & owner
  • No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the financer
  • Valid Insurance Certificate
  • PUC Certificate
  • Appropriate fee as per Rule 81

What Does the Law Say

The Legal Framework for Hypothecation of Vehicles

The process of hypothecation is governed by the Central Motor Vehicles Rules (CMVR), 1989.

LAW: Rule 60 & 61 of CMVR 1989

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How Do We Help

Expert Assistance for Managing Hypothecation on Your Vehicle

Shimnit provides seamless assistance for Hypothecation Addition, Continuation, and Termination by :

Here’s how Shimnit helps you stay compliant:


Shimnit ensures that all necessary documents are properly prepared and submitted, avoiding delays. We provide clear guidance on what documents are required for each stage of the hypothecation process.

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We act as a liaison between you and the RTO authorities, ensuring that all communications are streamlined and any issues are resolved quickly, speeding up the hypothecation addition or termination process.

Our team keeps a close eye on your application’s progress, providing you with timely updates so you are always informed about the status of your vehicle hypothecation.

We make sure that all steps are followed meticulously to ensure the hypothecation continuation, addition, or termination is processed efficiently and without unnecessary delays.

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Here’s how Shimnit helps you stay compliant:


Shimnit ensures that all necessary documents are properly prepared and submitted, avoiding delays. We provide clear guidance on what documents are required for each stage of the hypothecation process.


We act as a liaison between you and the RTO authorities, ensuring that all communications are streamlined and any issues are resolved quickly, speeding up the hypothecation addition or termination process.


Our team keeps a close eye on your application’s progress, providing you with timely updates so you are always informed about the status of your vehicle hypothecation.


We make sure that all steps are followed meticulously to ensure the hypothecation continuation, addition, or termination is processed efficiently and without unnecessary delays.

With Shimnit’s expertise, managing your vehicle’s RC Hypothecation process is quick and hassle-free!

FAQ’s

Hypothecation in vehicle financing refers to the process where the vehicle acts as collateral for a loan, while the borrower retains ownership and possession. In the event of a loan default, the lender can seize the hypothecation vehicle to recover the loan amount.

To check if your vehicle is under hypothecation, you can verify the hypothecation addition in the vehicle’s Registration Certificate (RC) issued by the RTO. The RC will indicate if there is any lien or hypothecation vehicle listed under the owner’s name.

The hypothecation termination process involves the following steps:

 
1) Clear the outstanding loan or dues with the lender.
2) Request a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the lender.
3) Submit the NOC and required documents to the RTO for the removal of hypothecation from the RC.
4) The RTO will then update the RC to reflect the hypothecation termination.

To complete the hypothecation termination, you will typically need the following documents:

 

1) The original Registration Certificate (RC) of the vehicle.

2) A No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the lender.

3) A copy of the loan closure statement or payment receipt.

4) Application for the removal of hypothecation (available at the RTO).

No, hypothecation continuation after the loan tenure ends is not possible. Once the loan is fully repaid, the lender is required to provide a No Objection Certificate (NOC) to terminate the hypothecation vehicle.

If you fail to remove hypothecation after loan repayment, it could result in complications during the sale or transfer of ownership of the vehicle. The hypothecation vehicle will still be listed with the lender’s name, which could delay the sale process or cause legal issues.

To get an NOC for hypothecation removal, you must request the lender for a No Objection Certificate (NOC) after clearing all outstanding dues. The NOC confirms that the lender has no claim on the vehicle, enabling the hypothecation termination process at the RTO.