Driving License: Renew your driver’s license easily! Online and offline methods, required documents, fees, and instructions for checking status.
Driving License Renewal: To drive a car, bike or any other vehicle, you must have a driving license. It is not just an identity card, but a legal permit issued by the government to drive on the road. Your driving license is valid for a limited period only. After that, you need to renew it.
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has simplified the driving license renewal process across India. You can easily renew your driving license through online and offline modes.
When should you renew your driving license?
In India, a driving license for personal vehicles is generally valid for 20 years or till the licensee reaches the age of 50 years (whichever comes first). The validity period of a license for commercial vehicles is generally 3-5 years. It needs to be renewed before the validity period of the license expires.
How to renew online?
- Go to the Transport Department website and click on “Online Services”.
- Select “Driving License Related Services”.
- Select your state.
- Click on “Apply for Driving License Renewal” on the new page.
- Read the instructions and click “Continue”.
- Enter details like license number, date of birth and captcha.
- Upload the required documents, photograph and digital signature.
- Pay the fee and check the status.
- The license will be sent to your address.
How to renew offline?
- Visit your local RTO office.
- Fill in the application form and submit it along with the required documents.
- If applying from another state, an NOC certificate is required.
- Provide license details along with a photograph.
- Pay the fee.
- A medical examination and driving test may be required based on age.
How much is the fee?
If renewed within 30 days, it is Rs. 200. After that, it is Rs. 300. For each year of delay, there is an additional fee of Rs. 1000.
To check the status
- Go to the Transport Service website.
- Click on “Application Status”.
- Enter the details and click “Submit”.
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