Driving Licence Online Apply | How To Apply For DL In India

You need a valid driving licence to drive a vehicle in India. To get a driving licence, you can apply for it online or offline through the Regional Transport Office (RTO) of your state.

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways of the Government of India has made it easier to apply for a Driving Licence (DL) online in India through the official website of Parivahan at parivahan.gov.in.

In this article, you will get to know the following points about how to apply for a driving licence in India,

Details required
Fees
Steps to apply for a driving license

Let’s see each of these points in detail.

Details required to apply for a Driving Licence online in India

You will need the following documents or details to apply for a Driving Licence in India

A valid Learner’s Licence.
Address proof

In case your learner licence has expired. You can renew it online using the process provided in the article below.

Click to know the steps to renew a Learner’s Licence in India.

Fees required to apply for a Driving Licence online in India

The fees* for your Driving Licence application are,

Driving Licence (per vehicle class)	Rs. 200
DL Test	Rs. 300

*Subject to change

Steps to apply for a Driving Licence (DL) online in India

To apply for your driving licence online,

Step 1: Go to the official website of Parivahan Sarathi

driving license related services — ‘Driving License Related Services’ option on the Parivahan website

First, go to the official website of Parivahan at parivahan.gov.in
Next, click on “Online Services” and select “Driving Licence Related Services” from the drop down.
Select your state.
A new page will open up.

(Direct link to select state)

Step 2: Open the Driving Licence (DL) application page

New driving licence option on Parivahan Sarathi — The “New Driving Licence” option on Parivahan

On the dashboard, click on the “Driving Licence” option on the main menu.
Next, click on the “New Driving Licence” option.
Next, click on the ‘Continue’ button.
The “Application For Driving Licence(DL)” page will open. Select the ‘Holding Learners Licence’ option.
Next, enter your Learner’s Licence Number and Date of Birth.
Next, click on the ‘Ok’ button.

Step 3: Fill out the DL application form

Your driving license application form with pre-filled details will open.
Next, select the vehicle class for which you are applying by selecting and clicking on the arrow.
Next, fill in the checkboxes as applicable.
Next, click on the ‘Submit’ button.
Next, click on the ‘Ok’ button on the popup.

Your Driving Licence application number will be generated and displayed on the screen. You can note down or save this number for future reference. You can also search this application number later.

In case you have chosen any option other than LL details, fill out the form accordingly.

Step 4: Upload documents

Upload documents page for DL application

Now, click the ‘Next’ button and then click on the ‘Proceed’ button.
Your application number and date of birth will be automatically filled out. Click on the ‘Submit’ button.
Next, click on the ‘Ok’ button.
Next, upload all the required documents, such as the Learner’s Licence, Address Proof, and medical certificate (if applicable).
Next, click on the ‘Next’ button.

Step 5: Pay fees online

Now, make sure the ‘FEE PAYMENT’ option is selected and click on the ‘Proceed’ button.
You will see the details of the fees that you need to pay to apply for a driving license.
Next, choose your preferred payment gateway and enter the captcha code.
Next, click on the ‘Pay Now’ button.
Next, accept the terms and click on the ‘Proceed for Payment’ button.
Complete the payment process and take a printout or save the receipt for future reference.

Step 6: Book an appointment and visit RTO

Now, make sure the ‘DL TEST SLOT BOOKING’ option is selected and click on the ‘Proceed’ button.
Next, click the ‘Proceed to Book’ button.
Next, select your preferred slot and click on the ‘Book Slot’ button.
Next, click on the ‘Confirm to Book Slot’ button.

Your slot will be booked. (Check the detailed slot booking process)

You can also print or save your slot confirmation slip for future reference.

Now you need to visit the RTO on the selected date with all the original documents and fee receipts. You need to take a practical driving test under the supervision of an RTO officer. If you pass the test, you will get your driving licence. If you fail, you can reapply after seven days.

By following these steps, you can easily apply for a driving licence online in India.

In case you want to renew your expired driving licence, you can do it online too using the official website of Parivahan.

Click to know the steps to renew your driving licence in India.

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