Form 7 for Smart Card Type Driving License
According to the Motor Vehicles Act of 1988, Indian citizens must drive a vehicle with a valid driving license (DL). A driving license is mandatory for all Indian citizens driving any sort of motor vehicle, such as scooters, bikes, cars, buses, or trucks, on the Indian road.
Any Indian citizen violating this rule and driving a vehicle on the Indian road without DL or with an invalid DL will be penalized. RTO Form 7 is one of the vital documents that are essential to apply for a driving license. Here is more information regarding RTO Form 7, its downloading process, and other details.
How to Download RTO Form 7?
The following are the steps to download RTO Form 7:
- Visit the official website of Parivahan - https://parivahan.gov.in/
- On menu tab, click on ‘Informational Services’
- From the drop-down menu, select ‘Downloadable Forms’
- Click on ‘All Forms’
- Under vehicle-related category, click on ‘Form 7’ and download the form
How to Fill RTO Form 7?
Here are the steps to fill in RTO Form 7:
- Enter the driving license number and date of issuance that the applicant received from the RTO
- Attach the passport size photograph of the applicant to the top right corner of form
- Mention and provide the following details:
- Applicant’s name
- Applicant’s father name
- Address of the applicant (as listed on address proof provided along with the part 1 of the application)
- Provide husband’s name (In case of married Indian women applicant)
- Citizenship
- Date of birth
- Class of vehicle
- Vehicle issuing date
- Affix your thumb impression
- Identification of the issuing authority
- Enter blood group
- Signature
- Fill in the second part of the application by providing the following details:
- Vehicle type description
- Certificate of inspection and the official endorsement
- Enter the registration number
- Get the Inspecting Authority’s signature and date
The financer will receive the acknowledgment through email from the registering authority after signing the final section of form 7. The final section should also be signed by the vehicle owner to complete the process of filling in Form 7.
Documents Required with Form 7
The following are the list of documents that should be submitted by the applicant along with Form 7 after receiving it from the RTO:
- Duly filled and signed application Form 7
- Passport sized photograph of the applicant
- Registration certificate of the vehicle
- Requisite fee amount
FAQs on Form 7
- What is the cost of driving license form?
The applicant applying for a driving license needs to pay Rs.500 for the form.
- How can I get my driving license details in Parivahan?
Applicants need to click on the ‘Online Services’ tab by visiting the official website of Parivahan - https://parivahan.gov.in/parivahan/. Enter the state and click on ‘Application Status' tab that appears on the next page. This page will display your application status and all details regarding your license details.
- Why is form 1 required while obtaining a driving license?
Candidates applying for their driving license need to fill in the application form and submit form 1 along with form 4 and 1A. Form 1 is not just an application form; it is also a declaration from the applicant validating that they do not have any disability or any disease that might restrict them from driving their vehicle.
- Is it necessary to be trained for driving from a motor training school?
Yes, it is necessary to be trained for driving from a motor training school if you have a commercial vehicle, which is essential to get form 5. In the case of private vehicles, applicants do not need to get trained from a motor training school.
- Will I have to pay fees for reapplying for DL, in case I fail the driving license test for the first time?
Yes, in case you fail in the driving test for the first time, you need to reapply for DL by paying the licensing fees once again.
- What happens if you fail your driving test 3 times in India?
You must reappear for the driving test after two weeks if you fail your driving test for the first and second time. But if you fail for the third time, then you need to start the licensing process all over again by paying the applicable retest fee.
- How long can I drive my vehicle with an expired license in India?
You can drive your vehicle for a duration of 30 days after the expiry of your driving license (DL) in India. The DL should be renewed within this period to avoid penalty while driving with expired DL.
- Can I apply for a learning license in any RTO apart from the one which is in my area?
Yes, you can apply for a learning license in any RTO apart from the one in your area, provided the state allows this. Otherwise, the permanent license is issued from the same RTO that has issued the learning license.
- Can I travel alone with learner's license in India?
Yes, you can travel alone with learner’s license in India, provided you have the ‘L’ sign in red one white background at the back and front of the vehicle. You should also be accompanied with a person with regular license every time while driving.
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