How to Apply for a Driving Licence Online?

📝 Step 1: Apply for Learner’s Licence (LL = Learner’s Licence)

🔹 Website

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).

🔹 Process

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.

🔹 Learner’s Theory Test (LTT)

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).

🚗 Step 2: Practice Driving with LL

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).

🪪 Step 3: Apply for Driving Licence (DL = Driving Licence)

🔹 Process

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.

🏁 Step 4: Practical Driving Test at RTO

🔹 Documents to Carry

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)

🔹 Test Details

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