Getting a driving license in Rajasthan (RJ) is not at all a complicated job if you know the process that is to be followed. The DL is required to be obtained if you wish to drive a vehicle on the public streets of the state of Rajasthan. In our latest post, we have given you a guide on how to apply for driving licence in Rajasthan, along with information on how to obtain an international driving permit and how to renew the driving license in Rajasthan.
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Types of Driving Licence (DL) in Rajasthan (RJ)
Based on the type of vehicle you plan to drive, you can apply for the DL at an RTO in your location
- Driving license for motorcycles without gear: You should obtain a DL of this type if you plan to use a two-wheeler that don’t have gear.
- Driving license issued for light motor vehicles: This is the type of DL you need to obtain in case you plan to use a two-wheeler with gears or a private motor vehicle (cars, SUVs, MPVs).
- Driving license issued for transport vehicles: If you want to drive heavy motor vehicles for transportation of goods or passengers, you should obtain this DL.
Rajasthan (RJ) Driving Licence (DL) – Eligibility Criteria
The following conditions are needed to be met by an applicant if he or she wants to obtain a driving licence in Rajasthan (RJ)-
- Should be a minimum of 18 years old
- Should already have a learner’s license
- Should apply for a permanent DL after 30 days or within 180 days of obtaining a learner’s license.
- Should know of all the traffic rules and regulations.
- In the case of a commercial driving license, one should be at least 20 years old.
Documents Required for Driving Licence in Rajasthan
For applying for a driving licence in Rajasthan, the applicant should submit the following documents to the RTO
One of the following for the Age proof-
- High school passing certificate
- Birth certificate
- Attested copy of the passport
- Certificate issued from the employer if you are working for state/ central government or a local body.
One of the following for Address Proof
- Voter’s ID
- Ration card
- LIC policy bond
- Valid passport
- Employers certificate issued by local/central or state government
Other documents:
- Application form 4
- Application form 5 in case of applying for a commercial driving license
- Original learner’s license
- Three passport size photographs
How to Apply for Driving Licence Offline in Rajasthan (RJ)?
If applying for a permanent driving license offline in Rajasthan, you are required to go through the following procedure:
- Step 1: Visit the nearest RTO and get the application form. Alternatively, you can download the form from the official website of the RTO
- Step 2: Next, fill the following details in the form:
- Full Name
- Father’s Name
- Residential Address
- Educational Qualification
- Date of Birth
- Place of Birth
- Blood Group
- Identification Mark
- Step 3: Submit address proof, passport-size photos, etc.
- Step 4: You will be given a time slot for the first round of the test. The RTO officers will test your knowledge of traffic rules and regulations through an online test.
- Step 5: After passing the tests, a learner’s license will be issued to you. For obtaining a permanent driving licence, you should hold a learner’s licence for a minimum of 30 days and a maximum of 180 days.
How to Apply for Driving Licence Online in Rajasthan?
To apply for a permanent driving licence online in Rajasthan, one needs to go through the following steps-
- Step 1 : Visit www.transport.rajasthan,.gov.in and download the form
- Step 2: Fill all the details in the printed copy of the form and submit it at the local RTO
- Step 3: Provide all the necessary documents
- Step 4: Get a slot for the driving test
- Step 5: Once you have passed the test, you will get your license in 2 to 3 weeks
- Step 6: The form can be also submitted and uploaded online by following the below steps-
- Step 1: Visit sarathi.nic.in
- Step 2: Click on ‘Application for new DL’.
- Step 3: Click on ‘New driving license’
- Step 4: Enter all the required details and submit all the documents
- Step 5: You will be given an application number
- Step 6: You can also schedule your driving license test
- Step 7: Appear for the test on the given day
- Step 8: If you pass the test, you will receive your driving license in a few days
Steps to Check Driving Licence Application Status Online:
Steps to check driving licence status online through State Transport Department website:
Those who have applied for a driving licence can find the status of their driving licence online through one of the two steps. First is find out the status of the driving license on the State Transport’s official website. Other is to check the status on the Ministry of Road Transport and Highway’s official website.
- Step 1: Visit the official website of the State Transport Department of Rajasthan
- Step 2: Select ‘DL and LL registration’ option.
- Step 3: In the new page that loads, click on ‘Know your application status’.
- Step 4: Enter the application number
- Step 5: Click on ‘Submit’ and the page will then display the status of your driving license.
Steps to check driving licence status online through Ministry of Road Transport and Highways official website:
- Step 1: Visit parivahan.gov.in.
- Step 2: Click on ‘Driving license-related services’.
- Step 3: Select the state you reside in.
- Step 4: On the new page that loads, click on ‘Verify status’ option
- Step 5: Enter your application number and date of birth.
- Step 6: Fill in the correct captcha code.
- Step 7: You will be shown the status of your driving license.
How to Apply for a Duplicate Driving Licence in Rajasthan?
Documents required while applying for a duplicate driving license in Rajasthan:
In case of applying for a duplicate driving licence in RJ, you need to submit the following documents –
- Application form LLD
- FIR copy, in case the license is stolen
- Challan clearance report issued from traffic police. This is required in case of commercial driving license.
- Form 1
- Age and address proof documents.
- Original license copy
- License number if the license is stolen
- The applicant will have to get the documents photocopied and attested by a gazetted officer or notary public.
Steps to apply for a Duplicate Driving Licence in Rajasthan:
After having the above documents, the applicant can apply for a duplicate driving licence in Rajasthan by following the below steps.
- Step 1: Collect the form LLD, fill it and submit it at the RTO along with the above-mentioned documents.
- Step 2: Submit a fee of Rs. 200
- Step 3: After successful verification of the documents, a duplicate driving license will be provided
If you don’t remember your licence number, you need to apply for a new driving licence. Also, the request for a duplicate DL has to be made within 30 days from the loss of the document.
How to Renew Driving Licence in Rajasthan?
A DL issued in Rajasthan has a validity of 20 years. However, if you are 50 years of age or above before the completion of 20 years, the renewal should be processed immediately.
Documents required for renewal of driving license in RJ:
- Duly filled application form 9
- A copy of the expired original driver’s licence.
- Medical certificate and Form 1 A if the driver is more than 40 years of age.
- 2 passport size photographs.
- Self-attested copies of age proof and address proof.
- Application fee of Rs.200/- and receipt.
Steps to apply for a Duplicate Licence in Rajasthan:
- Step 1: Visit the RTO website and select the tab for renewal.
- Step 2: Apply for the renewal and pay the fees of Rs.200/- for the smart card driving licence issued in Rajasthan.
- Step 3: Submit the necessary documents to expedite the request quicker. As soon as the documents will be verified, you will be issued the new driving licence.
Offline Procedure:
- Step 1: Collect the form from the RTO
- Step 2: Fill and submit the form along with the relevant documents at the RTO
- Step 3: On verification of the documents, the applicant will be issued the renewed license on the same day.
Online Procedure:
- Step 1: Visit Rajasthan Government’s transport website- www.uptransport.co.in
- Step 2: Download the form online and print it
- Step 3: Fill it and submit it along with the relevant documents at the RTO office.
- On verification of the documents, the driving license is issued to the applicant on the same day.
How to apply for an International Driving Licence in Rajasthan?
International DLs can be taken from any of the RTOs in Rajasthan. They have a validity of 1 year. While there is no test for getting an international permit to drive, having a permanent driving licence is mandatory.
Documents required for getting an International Driving License in Rajasthan:
Following documents need to be submitted for application of an international driving licence-
- Proof of nationality
- Attested copy of the permanent driving license, passport and visa
- Attested copy of a valid residence proof
- Five passport-sized photos
- Medical Form 1-A
Steps to apply for a Duplicate Licence in Rajasthan:
- Step 1: To get the licence renewed, visit the RTO website and select the tab to request the renewal.
- Step 2: Apply for the renewal and pay the fees of Rs.200/- for the smart card driving licence issued in Rajasthan.
- Step 3: Submit the necessary documents to expedite the request quicker. As soon as the documents will be verified, you will be issued the new driving licence.
Driving Test Procedure in Rajasthan:
In Rajasthan, the driving license test is conducted in the presence of a Motor Vehicle Inspector. Regardless of whether the application for driving licence is made online or offline, you will need to visit the local RTO and give a test. One will need to have his own vehicle and it should be of the same class as the one for which the applicant has applied for a licence. In case you don’t own a vehicle, then you can get a motor vehicle from your driving school.
Test for Two-Wheeler & Three-Wheeler
The test for two-wheeler and three-wheeler is conducted near the RTO. The applicant has to ride the vehicle within a border and he or she may be required to make ‘Eight’ figure without touching the poles embedded at the corners. The applicant also needs to show proper gear change, vehicle control while speed shifts, bending corners or reversing, and making ‘figure of eight’ without the feet touching the ground. If the inspector finds that the applicant can do all the above, he gives approval for a road test, where the applicant must show correct riding skills for a certain distance.
Test for Four Wheeler:
Driving test for four-wheeler is largely similar to that of two or three-wheeler. In this case, the applicant will need to drive along the marked ‘H’ without touching the columns. After clearing the test, the driver is required to drive correctly on the road. The tests for two-, three-, and four-wheelers are conducted in accordance with the guidelines under Rule 15 of the Central Vehicle Motor Act (1989). In case the candidate fails in either of the tests, a re-test is conducted within 7 days, for which a nominal fee is charged.
Tips for Clearing Your Driving Test:
- Practice in advance so that you are confident of your driving skills.
- Arrive a little early for the test
- Don’t turn off the bike or car till it has come to a total halt.
- Shift gears smoothly.
- Use both side and rear mirrors while riding.
- While turning, show an indicator and hand signal.
- The Driving test should not last more than 15 mins.
- An RTO officer will be present to see how well you drive. While driving the car, he will sit beside you to check the movement of the clutch and gear.
FAQs
Q: What is the validity of an international DL issued in Rajasthan?
A: An international driving licence issued in Rajasthan is valid for a period of 12 months.
Q: For how long is the renewed DL valid in Rajasthan?
A: A renewed DL is valid for a period of 5 years in Rajasthan
Q: In what circumstances do I have to obtain a no-objection certificate from the RTO?
A: When obtaining a duplicate DL, an international DL or getting any details changed in the existing license, you have to obtain a NOC from the RTO that provided you with the original DL.
Q: Apart from a driving licence, what other documents are required to mandatorily be carried?
A: Other than a valid DL, you need to carry registration certificate (RC), PUC certificate and car insurance policy papers.