Go to Sarathi Parivahan Portal → sarathi.parivahan.gov.in
(This is managed by MoRTH = Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, under MVA = Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 & CMVR = Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989).
Select your State from the list.
Click “Apply for Learner’s Licence (LL)”.
Fill Form 2 (Application for LL/DL = Driving Licence).
Personal details: Name, Father’s name, Address, DOB.
Vehicle class:
MCWG = Motorcycle With Gear
MCWOG = Motorcycle Without Gear
LMV = Light Motor Vehicle (Car, Jeep)
HMV = Heavy Motor Vehicle
Upload required documents:
ID Proof (Identity Proof) → Aadhaar, Passport, Voter ID.
DOB Proof (Date of Birth Proof) → Aadhaar, School Certificate, Passport.
Address Proof (Residence Proof) → Aadhaar, Utility Bill, Passport.
Passport-size Photo (digital).
Upload medical forms if required:
Form 1 = Self-Declaration of Physical Fitness (for normal applicants).
Form 1A = Medical Certificate (mandatory if age > 40 years or for transport vehicle classes; signed by a doctor).
Pay the fees online:
LL issue fee = ₹ 150 (per vehicle class)
Learner’s Test fee = ₹ 50
👉 Check fee chart here
Book a slot for LTT = Learner’s Theory Test.
Conducted at RTO = Regional Transport Office or online (in some states).
Objective questions on:
Traffic signs & signals
Road rules & safety
Duties of driver under MVA (Motor Vehicles Act)
Passing marks: Usually 60%–70% correct answers.
👉 If you pass → LL is issued.
👉 If you fail → Rebook after 7 days (pay test fee again).
Display “L” sign (red color on white board) on front & back of vehicle.
Carry LL (Learner’s Licence) whenever driving.
Drive only with a licensed driver sitting beside you (for LMV).
Practice period:
Minimum 30 days
Maximum 6 months (LL validity).
After 30 days of LL issue, log in to Sarathi Portal → sarathi.parivahan.gov.in.
Select “Apply for New Driving Licence (DL)”.
Enter your LL number.
Fill details and select vehicle class (MCWG, LMV, etc.).
Upload documents again if required:
LL copy, ID proof, address proof.
Pay fees:
Driving Test fee = ₹ 300 (per vehicle class)
DL issue fee = ₹ 200
👉 Official fees list
Book slot for Practical Driving Test at RTO.
LL (Learner’s Licence)
Original ID Proof & Address Proof
2 Passport photos
Appointment slip (printout)
Vehicle for test (must be roadworthy and same class as applied)
Conducted by RTO Inspector.
For 2-wheelers (MCWG / MCWOG):
Driving in figure “8” track without touching ground.
Proper use of indicators, mirrors, and brakes.
For 4-wheelers (LMV):
Reverse parking
Uphill start / slope test
Traffic sense, lane discipline
For Heavy Vehicles (HMV):
Control of vehicle under load
Safety checks
👉 If you pass → RTO approves your DL.
Get a temporary receipt immediately.
Smart Card DL (Driving Licence) will be posted to your address.
👉 If you fail → Reapply and rebook test after a few days (pay test fee again).
Learner’s Licence (per class): ₹150
Learner’s Theory Test: ₹50
Driving Test (per class): ₹300
Driving Licence issue (new): ₹200
Renewal of DL: ₹200
Addition of new class in DL: ₹500
International Driving Permit (IDP): ₹1,000
👉 Licensing Fees Official Link
Apply Online (Sarathi Portal): sarathi.parivahan.gov.in
Parivahan (Fees & User Charges): parivahan.gov.in
Licensing Related Fees Chart: staging.parivahan.gov.in
Fee Payment Guide: parivahan.gov.in/payment-guide
Apply only via official Parivahan / Sarathi portal.
Documents must be clear & valid (blurred uploads = rejection).
LL → mandatory before DL.
If not applied for DL within 6 months → Apply for LL again.
Beware of fake agents promising “fast-track” licences.