Driving License in Uttarakhand

As you are all set to drive your vehicle on Indian roads, one thing that you just can’t afford to miss out on carrying with you is your driving license. A driving license is an official document that gives you the legal freedom to operate your motor vehicle in public areas. In the state of Uttarakhand too, you cannot drive your motor vehicle without possessing a driving license. The state vehicle department of Uttarakhand has made it mandatory for all vehicle owners to get a DL in order to comply with the rules and regulations of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. The Regional Transport Authority of Uttarakhand is entrusted with the responsibility of issuing a driving license to the citizens of its states.

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

The state of Uttarakhand has listed down eligibility criteria for individuals looking to obtain a driving license.

It is mandatory for the individual to comply with the eligibility requirements listed down by state motor vehicles department of Uttarakhand:

• To apply for a permanent driving license, an applicant should have completed 18 years of age.
• To apply for a learner’s license, an applicant should have completed 16 years of age.
• To apply for a driving license for transport vehicles, an applicant should have completed the age of 20 years.
• The applicant is eligible to apply for a permanent DL in Uttarakhand only after procuring a learner’s license.
• The applicant can apply for a DL after 30 days or within 180 days from the date of obtaining a learner’s license.
• The applicant should be well-versed with traffic rules and regulations.

An applicant can apply for a driving license in Uttarakhand by following both the online or offline process.

Here’s a detailed brief on how an applicant can obtain a driving license in Uttarakhand.

How to apply for driving license online in Uttarakhand?

• Visit transport.uk.gov.in/pages/view/20/24-forms and download the form. On doing this, fill the form and submit it along with the documents to the RTO office.
• The applicant can also visit parivahan.gov.in/parivahan/ website that allows an applicant to submit and upload the documents online. The applicant can then visit the RTO office along with the required documents.
• On submission of the documents, the applicant will have to book a slot for taking the driving test.
• The applicant will have to appear for the test on the given time and date.
• If the applicant passes the test, he will be issued the driving license within a period of 2-3 weeks.

How to apply for driving license online at RTO office/offline?

• The applicant will have to collect the form from the RTO office.
• Fill the complete form and attach the required documents along with.
• Pay the application fee and book a time slot for the driving test.
• Appear for the test.
• If the applicant passes the test, he will be issued the DL within a few weeks.
• If the applicant fails the test, then he can reappear for the test after 7 days from the date of failing the test.

A driving license is valid for a period of 20 years or until the age of 50, whichever is earlier. An applicant is required to make an application for DL renewal within 30 days from the date of expiry of the permanent DL.

Documents required for renewal of driving license in Uttarakhand

• Permanent driving license
• Application form 9
• Form 1-A i.e. medical certificate form
• Three copies of passport size photographs
• Application fee of Rs. 200

Online application process for renewal of DL in Uttarakhand

• Online application process for renewal of DL in Uttarakhand
• An applicant can download the renewal form from transport.uk.gov.in/pages/view/20/24-forms
• The applicant can also visit the parivahan.gov.in/parivahan/ and download and fill the form online. The applicant will also have to upload the documents and pay the fee online.
• On uploading the documents, an application number will be generated.
• The applicant will have to visit the RTO office and submit the required documents. The application number has to be presented to the RTO officer verifying your documents.
• On verification, the renewed DL will be issued to the applicant.

Offline application process for renewal of DL in Uttarakhand

• An applicant can apply for renewal of DL in Uttarakhand by following the below steps.
• Collect, fill and submit the form along with the relevant documents to the RTO office.
• On verification of the documents, the applicant will receive the renewed driving license through speed post.

Note: In case of change of state or city, a no objection certificate has to be obtained by the applicant from the RTO that first issued his Driving license.

A driving license is issued in the state of Uttarakhand on the basis of an applicant’s driving skills. The applicant applying for a driving test which will be conducted in the presence of a motor vehicle inspector. An online examination will also be conducted and the questions will be based on traffic rules and regulations of the state. Out of 20 questions, an applicant will have to answer at least 12 questions correctly. The applicant will also have to get his own vehicle for the test to be conducted.