Where to print an application for a car inspection through State Services: instructions for

Passing a technical inspection (TO) is a mandatory procedure for all vehicle owners in Russia. From 2021, filing an application for inspection has been significantly simplified thanks to the portal Public services, but many car owners are still faced with questions: where to find the form, how to fill it out and print it correctly, what nuances to consider when submitting. This article will help you understand all the stages - from preparing documents to receiving an inspection coupon, and will also tell you about typical mistakes that can lead to refusal to register an application.

It is important to understand that from March 1, 2022, new rules for passing technical inspection came into force, which also affected the application process through Public services. Now the application form is generated automatically after filling out the electronic form, and you can print it either independently or directly at the inspection point. However, not all points provide such a service, so it is better to play it safe and come with a ready-made document. Next we will look in detail at how to do this without errors.

1. Preparing to submit an application: what documents will be needed

Before you start filling out the application for Public services, make sure you have all the necessary documents on hand. Their absence may result in a delay in the process or even refusal to register the inspection. Here's the full list:

• 📄 Passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation — will be required to confirm your identity in your personal account.
• 🚗 Vehicle Registration Certificate (CTC) — data from it will be used to automatically fill in some fields.
• 🔢 PTS (vehicle passport) - may be needed to clarify the technical characteristics of the car.
• 💳 OSAGO policy — its number and series will be required to link it to the application (from 2023, inspection without a valid policy is impossible).
• 📱 Confirmed account on State Services — without it, access to the service will be denied.

Pay special attention to validity of the MTPL policy. If it is expired or missing, the system will not allow you to submit an application. Also check that the data in STS and PTS coincided - discrepancies may cause refusal. If you are not sure about the relevance of the information, check it in advance through the service checking the car history on the traffic police website.

If you plan to undergo an inspection in another region (not at the place of registration of the vehicle), check in advance whether applications from non-residents are accepted there. Some inspection points may refuse the service if the car is registered in another subject of the Russian Federation. This is not prohibited by law, but depends on the operator’s internal rules.

2. Step-by-step instructions: how to find and fill out an application on State Services

Let's move on to the registration process itself. To print out an application for a car inspection, you first need to fill it out correctly electronically. Follow this instruction:

1. Log in on the portal Public services under your account (it must be confirmed!).
2. Enter the phrase in the search bar: Sign up for a vehicle technical inspection and select the appropriate service.
3. Click the button Get a service — the system will redirect you to the data filling page.
4. Select the type of vehicle (car, motorcycle, truck, etc.) and indicate VIN number or body/chassis number.
5. Fill in the information about the owner (they will be pulled up automatically from your profile) and information about the car (make, model, year of manufacture, STS number).
6. Choose a convenient one inspection point from the proposed list. Pay attention to ratings and reviews - this will help you avoid problems with unscrupulous operators.
7. Specify the desired date and time inspection. The system will show free slots.
8. Confirm the entered data and press Send an application.

After successful submission, the system will generate application form in PDF format. You can immediately print it or save it to your device. If you don’t have a printer, don’t worry - most inspection points have the opportunity to print a document on the spot (usually this is a paid service, the cost is about 50-100 rubles).

The owner's details match the passport|

The VIN number was entered without errors|

STS number is current (not expired)|

The selected inspection point accepts your vehicle type|

The MTPL policy is valid on the date of inspection-->

If you made a mistake when filling out, you can correct it before you make an appointment for the examination. To do this, go to the section My statements on Public services and edit the data. However, after confirmation of the entry, it will be impossible to make changes - you will have to cancel the application and submit a new one.

If you choose printing at an inspection point, please call in advance to see if they provide this service. Some operators (especially in small towns) may not have a printer or may charge an additional fee for this. Also note print quality: The form must be clear, without blurred letters or cut edges. Otherwise, the inspector may not accept the document.

• ❌ Invalid VIN number. Letters are often confused I (ouch) and 1 (unit), O (o) and 0 (zero). Check the number by PTS or a plate on the body.
• ❌ Outdated STS data. If you have recently changed your last name or registration, update the information in traffic police before submitting your application.
• ❌ Owner data mismatch. For example, there is one surname in the passport, but another in the STS (after marriage). In this case, you must first update the documents for the car.
• ❌ Choosing the wrong type of vehicle. If your car is passenger car, but you indicated by mistake cargo, the system may not accept the application.
• ❌ Expired OSAGO policy. Even if it was valid at the time of submission, but expired by the date of inspection, MOT will be denied.