DRIVING LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Any responsible government will never allow the people of its country to drive without any authentication/ license. India is one of the advanced countries that has revolutionized its official system as it has introduced online DL check. Motor vehicle act 1988 is a strong law passed by Indian Government to ensure the safety of public and properties. If someone won’t follow this law He/She will be penalized. Violation fines are 500-1000 INR. Apart from this vehicle can seized and one can even be punished to jail.
Eligibility criteria for Driving License (DL)
To earn a driving license applicant must fulfill the following criteria
Type of vehicle | Minimum age |
Non-geared (two wheelers) | 16 years |
Geared (two wheelers) + private cars | 18 years |
Commercial vehicle | 20 years |
- No specific qualification is required.
- some states require 8th standard qualification.
- If you want to get permanent license then get (LL) Learner’s License first. After 30 days you can apply for permanent one
- The RTO will conduct a practical Driving Test to check the driving sense of the applicant.
Required Documents
- Photographs (passport size)
- Form(1) physical fitness
- Medical certificate
- (L L) Learner’s License
- Application form
- Birth Certificate
- Electricity bill
Documents Required For Duplicate License
- Aadhaar Card
- Two photographs (passport size)
- Original expired driving license
- Form 1
- Form 2
- Form 1A for medical (if applicable)
- Address proof
Types of Driving License
- Learner’s Driving License: Before the permanent driving license the RTO issue learner’s license. Its validity is almost 6 months
- Permanent Driving License: After 30 days of LL (Learner’s License) you can apply for the Permanent.
- Commercial Driving License: Government issues the (CLD) Commercial Driving License to truck and bus drivers, who meet the required criteria of medical as well as age. The validity of this license is up-to 5 years.
- International Driving Permit: IDP stands for International Driving Permit, This license is issued for foreign countries.
Difference Between ( LL ) and ( DL ) Driving License
Learner’s License (LL) | Driving License (DL) |
It is only for practice purpose for new drivers | It is an official license to drive legally on road after passing exam |
The new drivers must have experienced and licensed driver with them. They can’t drive alone | There is not any restrictions. They can drive alone |
Driving License Fee Structure
Purpose | Fee Amount |
---|---|
Issuance of Learner’s Licence for each class of vehicle (Form 3) | ₹150 |
Learner’s Licence Test | ₹50 |
Issuance of Driving Licence (Form 7, includes computerized chip) | ₹400 |
Test of Competence to Drive (for each class of vehicle) | ₹300 |
Issuance of International Driving Permit | ₹1,000 |
Addition of another class of vehicle to existing driving licence | ₹950 |
Renewal of Driving License (includes cost of computerized chip) | ₹400 |
Renewal of Driving Licence after the grace period (Form 6) | ₹300 + ₹1,000/year (late fee) |
Change of particulars in DL | ₹400 |
Duplicate Driving License | ₹400 |