Online Application for New Driving Licence 2024

Applying for a driving license is now more convenient with the online application process. No more long waits at the Regional Transport Office (RTO); you can complete the entire process from the comfort of your home.

This guide will help you understand the steps involved in applying for a driving license online.

Understanding Driving Licences

In India, there are two main types of driving licenses:

• Learner’s Licence (LL): This is a provisional license that allows you to practice driving under supervision. It’s valid for six months and can be renewed for another six months if needed.
• Permanent Driving Licence (DL): This is the full license that authorizes you to drive independently. To obtain a permanent license, you must first have a learner’s license and pass a driving test.

Eligibility Criteria

Before starting the online application process, ensure you meet the following criteria:

• Age Requirement: You must be at least 16 years old for a learner’s license for a motorcycle without gear and 18 years old for a learner’s license for a geared motorcycle or car. For a commercial driving license, the minimum age is 20 years.
• Medical Fitness: You must be physically and mentally fit to drive, as per the standards specified by the Motor Vehicles Act.
• Knowledge of Traffic Rules: You must have a basic understanding of traffic rules and regulations.

Documents Required

• Proof of Identity: Aadhaar card, Passport, Voter ID, etc.
• Proof of Address: Aadhaar card, Passport, Voter ID, Utility Bill (not older than three months), etc.
• Proof of Age: Birth Certificate, 10th class mark sheet, Passport, etc.
• Passport-sized Photographs: Recent passport-sized photographs as per the specifications.
• Learner’s Licence (for Permanent DL only): If applying for a permanent license, you must have a valid learner’s license.
• Application Fees: The fees vary based on the state and type of license. You can find the details on the Sarathi Parivahan website.

Online Application Process

• Step 1: To start the online process visit Sarathi Parivahan Website.
• Step 2: Choose “Driving Licence Related Services“,  under “Online Services,” and select this option.

• Step 3: A new page opens here select your state and RTO from the options.
• Step 4: Select Application Type:
  • New Learner’s Licence: If you do not have a license.
  • New Driving Licence: If you have a learner’s license and want a permanent license.

• Step 5:  Follow the instructions and click ‘Continue’ to proceed and enter the required details.
• Step 6: Complete the application form and upload scanned copies of the required documents in the specified format and size.

• Step 6: Complete the application form and upload scanned copies of the required documents in the specified format and size.
• Step 7: After completing the application you need to schedule your driving test. Choose a suitable date and time slot. This can be done by clicking on Appointments.

• Step 8: The last step left is to make the payment online using the available payment options. 
• Step 9: Visit the RTO on the scheduled date with your original documents and the fee receipt. After clearing the driving test, your permanent driving license will be issued.

Tracking Application Status

• Step 1: Visit the Sarathi Parivahan website and go to “Application Status.”

• Step 2: Enter your application number, date of birth, and captcha to view the status.

Note – If you have applied for a learner’s license, you can receive it on the same day and start learning to drive immediately. However, if you have applied for a driving license, you will need to take a driving test, and after passing it, your permanent driving license will be issued.

Driving Licence Fees

Here is a table with the fees for various driving license-related services in India: