Driving Licence in Andhra Pradesh

Applicants for a Learner's Licence must pass a test on basic traffic signs and driver's responsibilities. The Learner's Licence is valid for six months from the date of issue and can be renewed for another six months during its validity.

How to Apply for a Driving Licence Online in Andhra Pradesh

Individuals can apply for a Driving Licence in Andhra Pradesh online on the Sarathi portal, where the Andhra Pradesh Transport Department's licence services are available. Given below is the process for applying online for a Driving Licence in Andhra Pradesh.

• Step 1: Visit the Sarathi Parivahan portal and select Andhra Pradesh as your state.
• Step 2: Choose 'Apply for Driving Licence' from the Licence menu and fill in the application form with your Learner's Licence details. If you do not hold a Learner's Licence, choose 'Apply for Learner Licence' first.
• Step 3: Upload the required documents, photograph and signature using the 'Upload Document' option.
• Step 4: Pay the fee through 'Fee Payments' and book your 'DL Test Slot Booking' appointment, selecting the test location of your choice.
• Step 5: Print the application using 'Print Application Forms' and go to the test location on the booked date with the printout and the other required documents.

How to Apply for a Driving Licence Offline in Andhra Pradesh

The procedure for obtaining a Driving Licence in Andhra Pradesh is pretty straightforward and simple. Follow the easy steps given below to apply for a Driving Licence in Andhra Pradesh.

• The applicant should procure the Form 4, application form for licence to drive a motor vehicle which is available at the Andhra Pradesh Transport website. Alternatively, applicants can also get in touch with the nearest Regional transport Office to get an application form.
• A valid learner's licence must be produced by the individual.
• If applicable, the individual must also present a medical certificate duly signed by an authorized medical practitioner along with a declaration.
• If the individual is applying for a transport vehicle driving licence, a driving certificate in form 5 must also be submitted.
• Along with the application form, all other necessary documents and fees for concerned process must also be submitted at the Regional transport Office.
• The RTO office will allot a slot for the applicant to undergo a test which the individual must pass in order to obtain a permanent Driving Licence.

Documents Required for Driving Licence in Andhra Pradesh

To obtain a Driving Licence in Andhra Pradesh, the applicant must submit the following documents at the concerned RTO office.

• Valid documents of the vehicle
• Duly filled application form which can be obtained from the Andhra Pradesh Transport Department web portal.
• Passport size photographs.
• Medical certificate in Form 1 A and 1 issued by any certified Government doctor, if applicable.
• Valid age proof - passport, PAN card etc.
• Valid identity proof - Voter ID, Passport or Aadhaar card
• Proof of address
• Application Fees

Additional documents may be asked for depending on your profile. Do enquire with the nearest RTO office before submitting the application form for Driving Licence.

The fees prescribed for the main Driving Licence services are given in the table below.

Note: These are the prescribed fees; service or user charges may apply in addition.

Test Process for Driving Licence in Andhra Pradesh

The applicant will have to appear for a driving test in presence of a Motor Vehicle Inspector (MVI) and must pass the test to obtain a permanent Driving Licence. The person appearing for the test must have held a valid learner's licence for a period of minimum 30 days.

If the applicant does not pass the test for Driving Licence, he may be permitted to reappear in the test after a period of minimum seven days. Also, an interview on questions regarding road signs and some questions regarding road safety will be asked.

If the applicant fails three consecutive times with a gap of seven days between the tests, a retest is not allowed for the next 60 days from the date of the last test. Applicants holding a driving licence issued by a competent authority outside India and discharged defence personnel are exempted from the driving test for non-transport vehicles.

Delivery of Driving Licence in Andhra Pradesh

If the individual successfully passes the test for Driving Licence, the Driving Licence will be sent to the applicant through Indian Postal Service to the address mentioned in the application form.

How to check Driving Licence Status in Andhra Pradesh

Individuals can monitor the Status of Driving Licence application in Andhra Pradesh easily through the online portal and also through offline modes. Follow the steps given below to check the status of Driving Licence in Andhra Pradesh.

How to Check Driving Licence status Online in Andhra Pradesh

• Step 1: Visit the Sarathi Parivahan portal and select Andhra Pradesh as your state.
• Step 2: Click on 'Application Status' and enter your application details to view the present status of your Driving Licence application.
• Step 3: Once the card has been dispatched, use 'Track Dispatch Article Status' to follow its delivery to your address.
  

How to Check Driving Licence status Offline in Andhra Pradesh

• Applicants can check the status of the Driving Licence by reaching out to the nearest Regional Transport Office in Andhra Pradesh. You can contact the same RTO as where you took the test for Driving Licence.
• Provide necessary information including Learner's Licence number, application number and the licence number to get updates on the Driving Licence application status.

How to Make Corrections in Driving Licence

For individuals wishing to change the name, address or make any other relevant corrections in the Driving Licence copy, just follow the simple steps given below.

• The request for corrections in your Driving Licence can be requested at the RTO which issued your Driving Licence. For example, if you had obtained your Driving Licence in Delhi, you cannot make corrections to the Driving Licence in any of the Regional Transport Offices in Hyderabad.
• For name changes in Driving Licence, you must present the Marriage Certificate and other relevant documents.
• For a change of address, copies of proof of residence or place of business should be produced. Original documents will be asked for verification.
• The applicant must also produce the original copy of existing Driving Licence.
• An application for a change of information in Driving Licence can be made in plain paper by also affixing a non-judicial court fee stamp to the licensing authority.
• The applicant has to present the application for change of information at the concerned RTO and get the application approved by Regional Transport Officer.
• After the approval of the application for change of information, a receipt would be offered which can be produced as temporary driving licence proof.
• The new Driving Licence with updated information will be sent through post.
• You can also apply for a change of address or other particulars in your Driving Licence online on the Sarathi portal using the 'Apply for Change of Address' option.

Test Procedure for Driving Licence in Andhra Pradesh

Test procedure to obtain a Driving Licence in Andhra Pradesh is described below.

• The test location is selected while booking the DL test slot on the Sarathi portal. Applicants can choose their nearest test location.
• Applicants can book a slot for Driving Licence test online well in advance. They can choose a time slot and also the test location.
• The applicant will be asked to drive a motor vehicle in presence of a Motor Vehicle Inspector who will then assess the driving skills and decide if the individual is qualified to obtain a driving licence.
• Following the driving test, the applicant will also have to take a test regarding road signals and road safety and must pass this test to qualify for a Driving Licence.
• In case the individual does not pass the test, he will have to wait for a week before choosing another slot and filing another application for Driving Licence.

Driving Licence Renewal in Andhra Pradesh

Generally, a Learner's Licence in Andhra Pradesh is valid for six months. A permanent Driving Licence for motorcycles without gears is valid for 20 years from the date of issue or until the holder attains the age of 40 years, whichever is earlier and the Driving Licence for light motor vehicles is valid for After the age of 40, a non-transport Driving Licence is issued for 10 years and then for five years subsequently. If the Driving Licence has expired, you can get it renewed in the concerned RTO office by following the procedure given below.

• An application form for the renewal of existing Driving Licence should be made in Form 9. The Driving Licence holder must submit it to the Regional Transport Office (RTO) which issued the Driving Licence or the licence authority having jurisdiction over the residential area of applicant.
• Along with the application form for renewal, the applicant must also submit a fee as mentioned in Rule 32 in CMV rules.
• Three recent passport sized photographs must be submitted along with the application if the renewal is made in form 6.
• The original Driving Licence must also be presented along with other necessary documents.
• Medical certificates as mentioned in Form 1A must be presented along with a declaration as in Form 1.
• The concerned RTO will validate and approve the application for Driving Licence renewal and the new Driving Licence will be sent to the residence of applicant through courier.
• You can also apply for renewal of your Driving Licence online on the Sarathi portal using the 'Apply for DL Renewal' option.

How to Apply for Duplicate Driving Licence in AP

In case an individual has lost his Driving Licence or wishes to apply for a duplicate Driving Licence, he may do so by submitting a LLD form to the concerned RTO. The steps given below will elucidate on how to get a duplicate Driving Licence in Andhra Pradesh.

• The Driving Licence holder must completely fill the LLD form and submit it to the RTO where the Driving Licence was obtained or where it was last renewed.
• Along with the LLD form, the Driving Licence holder must also submit three copies of recent passport sized photographs and appropriate fee as mentioned in APMV rulebook.
• The fee for the issue of a duplicate Driving Licence is Rs.100.
• The applicant will also have to present the original copy of the Driving Licence while applying for a duplicate copy.
• You can also apply for a duplicate Driving Licence online on the Sarathi portal using the 'Apply for Duplicate DL' option.

How to Get International Driving Licence in Andhra Pradesh

To get an international driving permit in Andhra Pradesh, follow the steps given below.

• To get an international driving permit, the applicant must submit a completely filled IDP form to the licensing authority from where the Driving Licence was obtained or last renewed.
• Along with the IDP form, the applicant must submit three copies of recent passport sized photographs.
• Original copies of Driving Licence must be presented for verification.
• The applicant must also pay a nominal fee of Rs. 1,000 when submitting the IDP form.
• The application will be verified and approved by the RTO and the international driving permit will be sent to the residence of Driving Licence holder.
• You can also apply for an International Driving Permit online on the Sarathi portal using the 'Apply for International Driving Permit (IDP)' option.

Summary

A Driving Licence in Andhra Pradesh is issued in two stages, starting with a Learner's Licence and followed by a permanent licence after a driving test at the RTO. You can apply online on the Sarathi portal or offline at your nearest RTO, and the same portal also covers renewal, duplicate licence, change of address and International Driving Permit services. Keep your documents ready, book your test slot and apply today to get your Driving Licence in Andhra Pradesh.