Driving License in Srinagar

Today, owning a car has become a need as travelling by road is one of the swiftest and easily available options. The Srinagar Motor Vehicles Department functions as per the rules of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 which makes it mandatory for a vehicle owner to hold a driving license. The MVA, 1988 makes it important for an individual to hold a driving license to be able to drive his vehicle in public areas of Srinagar. Holding a driving license implies that the individual is qualified to drive a vehicle and is well versed in various traffic rules and regulations which makes him a safe driver or rider. Applying for a driving license in Srinagar is an easy process as an individual can make an application online or offline as per his preference. To make the process hassle-free and easier for the applicant, here’s a guide that describes everything about obtaining a driving license in Srinagar and other services related to it.

A vehicle insurance policy is mandatory for every vehicle registered at Srinagar RTO as per The Motor Vehicle Act, 1988.

The Srinagar RTO issues a driving license to an individual if he meets the below eligibility requirements.

• The applicant must have completed 16 years of age to obtain a DL for motorcycle not exceeding an engine capacity of 50cc.
• To obtain a permanent DL for light motor vehicle, the applicant should have completed the age of 18 years.
• For transport vehicle driving license, the applicant should have completed the age of 16 years.
• Prior to making an application for DL, the applicant should hold a valid learner’s license.
• The application for driving license should be made after 30 days or within 180 days from the date of obtaining the DL.

Srinagar RTO lets an applicant apply for a driving license online or offline directly at the RTO office. To obtain a driving license in Srinagar, an applicant has to fill the form, submit the above documents and pass the test only then he would be issued the DL.

Online application process for obtaining a driving license in Srinagar

• Visit parivahan.gov.in/
• Click on online services and select driving license related services
• Enter the name of the state-Jammu & Kashmir
• Click on apply online and new driving license
• Continue with filling the applicant details
• Upload the relevant documents
• Upload photo, signature and book a slot for the DL test and then pay the fees (Check if this facility is available for the RTO where you are applying for the DL. If not, then visit the RTO to complete the application process.)
• Appear for the driving license test on the scheduled time and date
• On passing the test, the driving license will be issued to the applicant.

Offline application process for obtaining a driving license in Srinagar

• Visit the nearest RTO office
• Collect the form from the office or download the form online through jaktrans.nic.in
• Fill the form with appropriate details
• Submit the relevant documents along with the form
• Book a slot for your driving license test
• Visit the test venue on the given date and time
• If the applicant passes the test, the applicant will be issued the DL.

The Srinagar RTO issues a renewed driving license to the applicant on expiry of the original driving license. A driving license issued in Srinagar is valid for a period of 20 years or until the age of 50, whichever is early for the applicant. A driving license issued for a commercial DL is issued for a period of 3 years.

Documents required for renewal of driving license in Srinagar

• Application in Form 9
• Age and address proof documents
• Application fee of Rs. 200
• Copies of 3 passport size photographs
• Medical and fitness certificate in Form 1 and Form 1A

Procedure to apply for renewal of driving license in Srinagar

Application for renewal of driving license in Srinagar has to be made within 30 days from the date of expiry. If the applicant does not make an application for renewal of DL within the grace period, then he will have to pay an application fee of Rs. 1000 as fees for late renewal. Application for renewal of DL in Srinagar can be made through parivahan.gov.in or offline directly at the RTO office. On verification of the documents, the renewed DL will be issued to the applicant on the same day.

To obtain a driving license in Srinagar, it is mandatory for an individual to pass the driving license test which is conducted to test the applicants driving skills. The test is conducted as per rule 15 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 in presence of a Motor Vehicles Inspector. The applicant will have to pay an application fee to appear for the test. On passing the test, the driving license will be delivered to the applicant at his doorstep. However, if the applicant fails the test, then he can re-appear for the test after 7 days. For the test, the applicant will have to get his own vehicle and will be asked to drive it along with an ‘S’ or ‘H’ shaped track.