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STEP BY STEP INDIA DRIVING LICENSE



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Table of Contents

Welcome to Your Step-by-Step Guide ......................................... 3

How to Obtain a Learner’s Licence ............................................. 4

What You Need ......................................................................... 4

Steps to Take Online ................................................................ 5

How to Obtain a Permanent Driving Licence ............................. 7

What You Need ......................................................................... 7

Steps to Take ............................................................................ 8

Types of Driving Licences ......................................................... 10

Licences for Personal Use ..................................................... 10

Licences for Commercial Use................................................ 10

Eligibility Criteria .................................................................... 11

How to Change the Address on a Driving Licence ................... 12

What You Need ....................................................................... 12

Steps to Take .......................................................................... 12

Online .................................................................................. 12

In Person ............................................................................. 13

How to Change Your Name on a Driving Licence .................... 14

What You Need ....................................................................... 14

Steps to Take .......................................................................... 14

Online .................................................................................. 14

How to Renew Your Driving Licence ......................................... 16

What You Need ....................................................................... 16

Steps to Take .......................................................................... 17

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Online .................................................................................. 17

In person ................................................................................. 18

How to Replace Your Driving Licence....................................... 19

What You Need ....................................................................... 19

Steps to Take .......................................................................... 20

Online .................................................................................. 20

How to Check Your Application Status .................................... 21

Driving Licence Application Checklist ...................................... 22

Frequently Asked Questions ..................................................... 23

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Welcome to Your Step-by-Step Guide

We’re here to make the Indian Driving License application

process as simple as possible. Once you’ve reviewed the

Eligibility Check guide and verified that you are eligible to

apply for a license, your next steps include gathering the

required documents and beginning the application process

When it comes to document preparation, our Driving Licence

Application Checklist is all you’ll need to get organized. It

details all the documents you must have on hand to complete

an application.

Then, you’ll go right into our Step-by-Step Guide, which covers

the application processes. If you don’t have one already, you’ll

learn exactly how to obtain a Learner’s Licence as easily as

possible. If you already have a Learner’s Licence, you can skip

to the instructions for getting a Driving Licence.

Whatever your situation is, we’re here to guide you through

this process step by step.

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How to Obtain a Learner’s Licence

Before obtaining a Permanent Driving Licence, an applicant

must obtain a Learner’s Licence (LL). This is a provisional

licence valid in all of India, that expires after six months from

the date of issue. It allows applicants to practise

driving and complete the required test.

What You Need

Proof of age, such as a Passport, PAN

Card or Birth Certificate

Proof of address, such as a Aadhar Card,

Ration Card, Passport, a telephone or

electricity bill or EPIC Card

A declaration of medical fitness (Form 1)

Parental consent, if you are under aged

Learner’s License Application Form (Form 2)

Passport-sized photos

Payment for fees

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Steps to Take Online

1. Visit the Sarathi Parivahan website, and select your State.

2. Click on “Apply Online” on the left navigation menu. Then,

select “New Learners Licence.”

3. Fill in your personal details, including personal and

address information.

4. Upload proof of age, proof of address, Form 1 and

parental consent (if applicable).

5. Upload a photo and signature.

6. Book a Learner’s Licence Test slot at a Road Transport

Office (RTO).

7. Submit payment for the applicable fee(s). You can

calculate a specific fee for your State and type of vehicle

by clicking on “Fee/Payments” on the main left menu.

8. Visit the concerned RTO on the scheduled date slot with

the printed Application Form (duly filled and signed) and

the other required documents.

9. Pass the knowledge test.

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In Person

If the online application system is not enabled or you simply

don’t know how to use the online application system, you can

also apply for a Learner’s Licence in person.

1. Fill the application form with the necessary photographs,

as well as proof of your age and address.

2. Visit the nearest RTO and submit your application.

3. Request to schedule your Learning Licence test.

4. Visit the office at the scheduled date and time.

5. Pass the written knowledge test.

6. Once you pass the test, you will receive your Learner’s

Licence at the address you provided.

Note:

Learner’s licences are granted without having to take a road test.

You only need to take a knowledge test. This RTO exam will check

your understanding of both road regulations and driving safety

signals.

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How to Obtain a Permanent Driving Licence

What You Need

A Learner’s Licence

A Driving Licence Application Form

Proof of age and identity, such as a Passport or Birth

Certificate

Proof of address, such as a Passport or EPIC Card

A declaration of medical fitness (Form 1)

Parental consent, if applicable

Passport-sized photos

Payment for fees

Documents for the vehicle that will be used during the

driving test, as 2-wheelers above 50 cc with gear and non-

transport vehicles must be brought in for the test

A certificate from a driving school, if applying for a

transport vehicle licence

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Steps to Take

1. Visit the Sarathi Parivahan website and select your State.


select “New Driving Licence.”

3. Fill in your personal details, including Learner’s Licence

Number, personal details and address information.

4. Upload proof of age, proof of address, Form 1 and

parental consent (if applicable).

5. Upload a photo and signature.

6. Book a Driving Licence Test slot at a RTO.

7. Submit payment for the fee. You can calculate a specific

fee for your State and type of vehicle by clicking on “Fee/

Payments” on the main left menu.

8. Visit the concerned RTO on the scheduled date slot with

the printed Application Form (duly filled and signed) and

the other required documents.

9. Pass the driving test, which will check the applicant’s

road skills and abilities.

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Types of Driving Licences

Licences for Personal Use

LMV-NT - For light, non-transport motor vehicles

MC 50CC - For motorcycles that have an engine capacity

of 50 cc or less.

MC EX5OCC - For light motor vehicles, motorcycles that

have an engine capacity of more than 50 cc, or

motorcycles with gear

FVG - For motorcycles without gears, regardless of

engine capacity (such as mopeds or scooters)

MCWG or M/CYCL.WG - For any and all motorcycles with

gear

Licences for Commercial Use

LMV-TR - For light motor vehicles that are used for

commercial purposes

LMV-NT — For light vehicles that are used for commercial

purposes, but not transport

MGV — For vehicles that will carry a medium amount of

goods

HGMV - For motor vehicles that carry heavy goods

HPMV — For heavy vehicles that carry passengers

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Eligibility Criteria Motorcycle with gear - Applicants must be at least 18

years of age

Motorcycle without gear – Applicants must have at least

16 years old and have his or hers parent’s consent.

Heavy commercial vehicles – Applicants must be at least

18 years old, have cleared the 8th standard and be

trained by a state RTO-authorised training school.

Note:

Foreign applicants will need to provide certificate of address as

well as an attestation of addresses in the country as proof of

address.

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How to Change the Address on a Driving

Licence

You must notify your local RTO of an address change no more

than 30 days after moving.

What You Need

1. A valid Permanent Driving Licence (if your licence is

mutilated or if you have to renew your licence)

2. Clearance Certificate (CC) or No Objection Certificate

(NOC)

3. Change of address application

4. Proof of your new address (passport, EPIC, utility bills,

caste and income certificate, life insurance policy)

5. Payment for fees

Steps to Take

Online


2. Click “Apply Online” on the left navigation menu. Then,

select “Services on Driving Licence.”

3. Complete the application with your personal information

(name, date of birth, Driving Licence number, etc.), as well

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as the state and RTO the licence you wish to request the

change to.

4. Select the service. Then, select the state and RTO you

wish to submit the request to.

5. Select “Change of Address”. Next, choose the address

you wish to change (permanent, present or both) and

enter the new address information.

6. Print the acknowledgement and completed form(s).

7. Upload the documents required.

8. Pay the necessary fees. The address change fee is 200,

but you will also need to pay for the form as well as

additional administrative charges.

In Person

1. Request either a Clearance Certificate (CC) or No

Objection Certificate (NOC) at the RTO the DL was first

issued.

2. Write a change of address request to the local RTO in

plain paper.

3. Visit the nearest RTO and provide the necessary

documentation along with the written request.

4. Pay the fees.

5. Once the documents are verified, the RTO office will

provide an acknowledgement.

6. You will receive your Driving Licence with your new

residential address listed in a few days via Indian Postal

Services. If you have moved from one city or state

to another, then your licence can take

between 30 to 60 days to arrive.

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How to Change Your Name on a Driving

Licence

What You Need

A valid Permanent Driving Licence

Name change request written in plain Paper

Proof of age and identity, such as a Passport, Voter ID or

Birth Certificate

A declaration of medical fitness (Form 1)4? Proof of

address (passport, EPIC, utility bills, life insurance policy)

Payment for fees

Steps to Take

Online


2. Click on “Apply Online” in the left navigation menu.

Subsequently, select “Services on Driving Licence.”


(name, date of birth, driving licence number, etc.), as well

as the state and RTO you wish to request the change to.

4. Select the service. Then, select the state and RTO you

wish to submit the request to.

5. Fill in your personal details, including DL number,

personal details and address information.

6. Upload the required documents.

7. Submit payment for the fees.

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If you prefer to request the change of name in person, then

simply visit the nearest RTO with the documents and request

letter.

Note:

Applicants from another states will need a NOC issued by the RTO

where the original DL was issued.

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How to Renew Your Driving Licence

Permanent Driving Licences are granted for 20 years or until

the holder turns 50 years of age. Applicants can renew their

driving licence up to 30 days after its date of expiry. Any

licence renewed after such time will have an additional 30 fee.

What You Need Expired Driving Licence

Medical certificate (Form 1 and lA)

Application form (Form 9)

2 Passport size photographs

Proof of age (Birth Certificate, Aadhaar Card, Passport,

PAN Card)

Proof of residence

Fee payment

Note:

Driving without a valid licence is a punishable offence and can

lead to a 500 and as much as three months of Imprisonment.

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Steps to Take

Online

1. Access the Sarathi Parivahan website and select your

State.

2. Click on “Apply Online” on the left navigation menu.

Subsequently, select “Services on Driving Licence.”


(name, date of birth, driving licence number, etc.), as well

as the state and RTO of the licence you wish to request

the change to.

4. Select “Renewal of D L.” Then, select the state and RTO

you wish to submit the request to.

5. Place a tick on the sworn statement on the left and enter

the captcha. If you wish to update your address, you can

do so here as well.

6. Print the acknowledgement, forms 1 and 1A.

7. Upload the documents.

8. Visit the RTO you requested the renewal at and bring the

documents. Remember Form 1 needs to be filled out by

your physician.

9. Once verified, you will receive your renewed DL at home in

no more than 15 days.

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In person 1. Visit the nearest RTO to get the forms or download them

from the Parivahan Sewa website.

2. Fill the forms out and visit the RTO that issued your

expired Driving Licence. Bring all your documentation

with you.

3. Once the office verifies the documentation, you will

receive an acknowledgement.

4. Pay the fee.

5. Your Driving Licence will be sent to your residential

address in no more than 15 days.

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How to Replace Your Driving Licence Duplicate Driving Licences can be requested in case the

original document is lost, stolen or damaged, or if the

photograph needs to be changed.

What You Need Original Driving Licence (if it is mutilated or torn)

Learners Licence Grant Application (Form 2)

First instance report (FIR), for lost or stolen licences

A photocopy of the lost or stolen licence,should you have

one

Challan clearance report to ensure the applicant has no

outstanding traffic fines (only for commercial vehicle

licences)

Proof of age (Birth Certificate, PAN Card)

Proof of address (Aadhaar Card, Passport, PAN Card,

Ration Card)

Medical certificate (Form 1)

Passport size photographs, if it needs to be changed

Payment for fees

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Steps to Take

Online

Access the Sarathi Parivahan website and select your

State.

Select “Apply Online” on the left navigation menu. Then,

select “Services on Driving Licence.”

Provide your personal information, including your DL

number, your name, date of birth, the state and the RTO

that issued your document.

Verify your personal information.

Select the state and RTO you wish to request your

duplicate Driving Licence to.Then accept the Terms and

Conditions on the left navigation menu.

Select “Replacement of DL”. Next, print the

acknowledgement.

Upload the necessary documents.

Upload your photo and signature (only available for some

states)

Pay fees.

Once payment is approved, print the receipt.

After the verification process is completed, you will be

issued a duplicate.

To print the duplicate licence, visit the Sarathi Parivahan

portal, select “Print Licence Details,” then select “Print Driving

Licence” on the left navigation menu. Provide your application

number and date of birth, and print the document.

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How to Check Your Application Status 1. Visit the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways

website and select your State.


scroll down and select “Application Status.”

3. Fill in the Application Number and date of birth. Then,

select the web portal used to submit the application, if

necessary.

Note:

If you cannot find the Application Number, return to the main left

menu, click on “Apply Online,” and scroll down to select “Find

Application Number.” By providing information about the State,

RTO and applicant in question, you can obtain the Application

Number.

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Driving Licence Application Checklist A Learner’s Licence

A Driving Licence Application Form (duly filled)

Proof of age, such as a Passport or Birth Certificate

Proof of address and identity, such as a Passport or EPIC

Card (Voter ID Card)

Documents for the vehicle that will be used during your

driving test

4/ 6 Passport-sized photos

A certificate from a driving school, if applying for a

transport vehicle

A declaration of medical fitness (Form with a signature

from an authorized medical practitioner (typically

required if applicants are 40 years old or older)

Payment for fees

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. When will I get my Driver’s Licence?

Learner’s Licences are issued and ready to collect within

7 days of passing the written test. Driving Licences are

sent to your address within 30 days. However, if you go

through the process via a driving school, it can take up to

2 weeks to be delivered. If after a month you have not yet

received your licence, check the status online or visit the

issuing RTO.

2. When can I request the Permanent Driving Licence?

You can begin the application process 30 days after

receiving your Learner’s Licence. You must request the

Permanent Licence within 180 days, since the LL is only

valid for 6 months.

3. How do I book a slot for my driver’s test?

Appointments can be scheduled in person at the local

RTO where you requested your licence or through the

Sarathi Parivahan website. Select “Appointments (Slot

Booking)” in the navigation menu on the left and then

click “Driving Skill test”. You can also book a slot for the

written

Learners Licence there as well.

4. Can I apply from a state which is different from my actual

residential address? If you have not yet applied for a

Learner’s Licence and are moving to the state you are

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applying from, and then start the process in that state,

either online or in person.

If you have already obtained your Learner’s Licence from

the state you currently live in but want to apply for the

Permanent Licence in the state you are moving to, then

you will need to request a No Objection Certificate (NOC)

from the RTO that issued the LL.

If you already have a Permanent Licence and want to

renew it in another state, then you can request a NOC

from the issuing RTO.

5. Can I use my Driving Licence to drive outside India?

Yes. Indian Driving Licences can be used in certain

countries such as the UK but for limited periods of time.

Make sure you check whether the country you are

travelling to considers Indian Driving Licences are valid.

Otherwise, you will need to request an International

Driving Permit.