A Few Steps You Can Follow to Get a Driving Licence in India

Last Modified: 21-November-2024

A Few Steps You Can Follow to Get a Driving Licence in India

A driving licence is a mandatory requirement to drive any vehicle. Driving is illegal without a permit. Once you have attained the skills, the first thing you should do is to get a driving licence.
 

You need to undergo a certain process to qualify for an Indian driving licence. You have to pass a test. When learning to drive, you are issued a learner’s permit. You can then apply for a driving licence with a learner’s licence. However, you will have to pass a driving test first.

But where do you begin to get a driving licence after passing the driving test? This article guides you on how to apply for a driving license in India, the categories of permits, eligibility, and the documents required.

How to Apply for a Driving Licence in India?

There are two ways to get a driving licence in India. You can apply online or visit the regional transport office and fill out a driving licence application form. Below are steps to apply for a driving licence online.

  • Visit the official website
  • Click the online services tab
  • Choose the driving license-related option
  • Select your state
  • Click on the “Apply for a driving licence” option
  • Fill out the details required
  • Scan and upload documents required
  • Pay the driving licence application fee.
  • Book a date for a driving licence test
  • Attend the scheduled test
  • Delivery of driving licence after passing the test.

Steps to Apply for an Indian Driving Licence Offline

  • Visit the RTO office to obtain DL application form 4/ down loan form 4 from the RTO website
  • Fill out the form and attach the documents required and deposit the application form 4 at RTO
  • Pay the DL application fee
  • Book a date for the driving test
  • Give your test to the RTO office
  • Acquisition of DL after passing the test.

What are Different Driving Licence Categories in India?

Driving licences have two categories- personal and commercial. If you use vehicles for personal use, you should go for a personal DL.

On the other hand, if your car or motorcycle is for business, you should apply for a commercial DL. Below are different classes of driving licences you can choose from.

Different Classes of Personal Use Licences

Licence class Type of vehicle
M/CYCL.WG/MC with Gear All motorcycles, even with a gear
MC EX500CC Light motor vehicles, including cars, 50CC motorcycles, motorcycles with gear
LMV-NT Light motorcycles for non-transport purposes
MCWOG/FGV Any engine without gears
MC 50CC Motorcycle 50CC and Below

Difference Classes Commercial use licenses

Licence class Type of vehicle
Trailer Heavy vehicles
HPMV/HTV Heavy transport vehicle/heavy passenger motor vehicle
HGMV Heavy goods motor-vehicle
HMV Heavy motor-vehicles
LMV Light motor cars like delivery vans, taxis, and jeeps
MGV Medium good vehicles

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Eligibility For Driving Licence in India

Before you are issued a permanent driving licence, you have to meet the set conditions. Check the table below for driving licence eligibility, depending on the vehicle type.

Type of vehicle Eligibility requirements
Heavy commercial vehicle
  • Minimum age of 18-20
  • Applicants should have completed 8th standard
  • Licence applicant should have training from a government training school or affiliated state schools
Motorcycles with gear
  • Minimum age of 18 years
  • Knowledge of traffic rules and regulations
  • Valid address and age-proof documents
Motorcycles without gear
  • Minimum age of 16 years
  • Consent from parents
  • Knowledge of traffic rules and regulations
  • Valid documents for proof of age and address.

Documents Required to Get an Indian Driving Licence

Once you meet the eligibility criteria, you need to provide any of the documents listed in the table below to get a driving licence. The documents are needed whether you are applying for a car or two-wheeler license.

Applicant’s age-proof doc Address proof docs Other documents
  • Passport
  • Pan card
  • SSC certificate
  • Voters’ ID card
  • Aadhar card
  • LIC policy bond
  • Valid passport
  • Ration card
  • Central-state government payslip
  • Sized photograph passports
  • Filled DL application form 4
  • Form 5 for commercial licence application
  • Learners licence
  • Medical proof for applicants aged 40 years and above

Two Wheeler Loans in India

Concerning the every-busy roads of India, bikes are the most convenient medium for commuting from one place to another. You will avoid traffic jams and delays when using a two-wheeler. However, buying a bike is not always easy for everyone. It requires a significant amount of investment. In these cases, getting a loan is a good option.

Muthoot capital services offer two-wheeler loans at affordable cost and a flexible repayment period. Before that, evaluate every essential point to determine how much to borrow, equated monthly instalments and the repayment period. You can use a two-wheeler loan calculator. It is a free and easy tool that helps you make the right decision.

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