How To Apply For Driving License Online?

People of all ages love to ride a bike or drive a car. They prefer to be independent and be able to travel from one point to another, without depending on others. Though cabs and public transport have improved a lot in the last decade, people prefer their own transport. Learning to drive is the first step, and applying for a driving license is very important, if you want to drive on Indian roads.

The Motor Vehicles Act 1988, states that no individual will be allowed to drive a motor vehicle in a public place without a valid driving license. It is a punishable offence. So, if you have postponed going to the Regional Transport Office (RTO) as it is time consuming, or are not sure how to apply for a driving license in your city, read on.

Applying for a driving license is a very easy procedure. Unlike in the past, you can now go online and apply for a driving license within a few seconds. You do not have to stand in a long queue to submit your DL application.Want to know more on Car Loans? We at IndianMoney.com will make it easy for you. Just give us a missed call on 022 6181 6111 to explore our unique Free Advisory Service. IndianMoney.com is not a seller of any financial products. We only provide FREE financial advice/education to ensure that you are not misguided while buying any kind of financial products.

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How To Apply For Driving License Online/Offline?

Yes, you can go ahead and submit your application for a driving license online. All you have to do is visit the Sarathi website of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways and follow the steps given below.

• Visit the Sarathi website of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.
• On your left hand side, you will see options under “Driving Licence”.
• Choose the “Apply Online” option and from the drop down choose “New Driving Licence”.
• You will now see instructions for submitting your driving license application form. Please read the instructions carefully and click on the “Continue” button to proceed.
• Once you click on the “Continue” button, you will be asked if you are holding a Learner’s Licence, a Foreign DL, or a Defense Licence. Tick the appropriate box and proceed.
• Based on your selection, you will be asked for the Learner’s Licence Number/Foreign DL Number/ Defense Licence Number.
• You will also be asked to enter your date of birth in DDMMYYYY format.
• Once you fill the information, please click on “OK”.
• In this form, you will be asked to fill up your personal details like name, age, and address.
• Once you click on all the relevant details, you will be asked to upload all the supporting documents like address proof, age proof, and identity proof.
• You may be asked to upload a passport size photograph and your signature. Please keep the scanned copies for the same ready.
• Once you have uploaded all the documents, you will be asked to choose the timing for your DL appointment. Please select the date and the time when you will be available to go directly to the RTO and appear for your DL test.
• Once you make the payment for the submission of the driving license application form, your application will be successfully sent to the RTO.
• On the day of the appointment, make sure you reach a few minutes early and give your test.

The section is to be signed in the presence of the Licensing Authority by the parent/guardian. On completion of the form and after reviewing the information, the applicant can submit the form online by clicking on the 'Submit' button at the end of the form. On submission, an auto-generated Web Application Number will appear on the screen. Note the number for future reference and to check the status of the application.

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How to apply for a Driving license in RTO or Offline in India?

The procedure to apply for a Driving license in India is very simple and easy. The steps given below will help you understand how to apply for a Driving license offline.

• You have to obtain the Form 4, which is the application form for the motor vehicle driving license in India. The Form can be downloaded from the state transport website. Alternatively, the customer can also visit the nearest RTO to procure the Form 4.
• Fill the application form and submit it with other documents like age proof and address proof at the RTO in the jurisdiction in which you live. Also, schedule a slot for the Driving license test at the RTO and pay the fees for taking the test.

Be present at your Driving license test center on the specified time and date. Once you clear the test, your driving license will be awarded on the spot, or will be sent to your registered address. If you are taking driving lessons from a Driving school, the school will help you apply for a driving license.

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