Driving licence in Arunachal Pradesh

A driving licence is an official document which allows you to drive a vehicle in the country. The type of vehicle you are authorised to drive depends on the type of driving licence you have. Here is everything you need to know about getting a driving licence in Arunachal Pradesh.

Updated On - 05 Sep 2025
Driving Licence in Arunachal Pradesh

Types of Driving Licences in Arunachal Pradesh

There are three kinds of driving licences issued in Arunachal Pradesh:

Driving licence for non-gear motorcycles

With this driving licence, you are allowed to drive motor vehicles without gears like scooters and mopeds.

Driving licence for geared motorcycles and light motor vehicles

This driving licence authorises you to drive cars and bikes with gears.

Driving licence for transport vehicles

You can drive lorries, and trucks with this driving licence.

Steps to Apply for a Driving Licence in Arunachal Pradesh

Step 1: Visit the Regional Transport Office (RTO) in your jurisdiction

Step 2: Collect Form 4/Form 5. The form you need to collect is based on the type of driving licence you want to apply for.

Step 3: Fill in all required details on the form

Step 4: Submit the form along with other documents

Step 5: Make the fee payment (Rs.250). Once the payment is made, you will receive an acknowledgement receipt

Step 6: Book your time slot for the driving test

Step 7: Make sure to reach the RTO in time for the test. You should ideally reach the RTO half an hour before the time of your test

Eligibility and Documents for Getting a DL in Arunachal Pradesh

Eligibility criteria

  1. You should be 18 years of age or above (private vehicles)
  2. You must be 16 years of age or above (a motorcycle which has an engine capacity not exceeding 50cc)
  3. You must be 20 years of age or above (non-transport vehicle)
  4. If you are applying for a non-transport vehicle, you must have experience driving a light motor vehicle for one year
  5. You should have a valid learner's licence
  6. You are eligible to apply for a driving licence only after 30 days of holding a learner's licence
  7. You must be well-informed and aware of traffic rules and regulations

Documents required

  1. Valid learner's licence
  2. To get a driving licence for a private vehicle, you need to submit Form 4
  3. Form 5 should be submitted to get a driving licence for a commercial vehicle
  4. If you are applying for a transport vehicle, you have to submit your driving training certificate
  5. 3 photographs (passport size)

Any of the following:

  1. Life insurance policy
  2. Ration card
  3. House tax receipt
  4. Voter's ID card
  5. Income tax returns
  6. School certificate
  7. Aadhaar card
  8. Birth certificate

Apply for a Duplicate Driving Licence in Arunachal Pradesh

Step 1: Visit the RTO

Step 2: Collect the application form

Step 3: Fill in all required information

Step 4: Submit the form with other relevant documents

Step 5: Once your documents have been verified, your duplicate driving licence will be issued

Eligibility and Documents to Apply for a Duplicate DL in Arunachal Pradesh

Eligibility criteria

In Arunachal Pradesh, you will be issued a duplicate driving licence

if:

  1. Your driving licence has been damaged
  2. Your driving licence has been stolen
  3. Your driving licence has been misplaced

Documents required

  1. A form containing the details of your driving licence
  2. A copy of the First Information Report (FIR -stolen driving licence)
  3. Your driving licence (if damaged)
  4. Photograph (passport size)
  5. Address proof documents
  6. Documents relating to proof of age
  7. Form LLD

Renew Your Driving Licence in Arunachal Pradesh

You will have to renew your driving licence within 5 years from the date of its expiry. For renewing your driving licence in Arunachal Pradesh, you need to pay an application fee of Rs.200 and submit these documents:

  1. Form 9
  2. Driving licence
  3. Form 1 for a non-transport vehicle (physical fitness form)
  4. Form 1A for a transport vehicle (medical certificate)

Steps to Renew Your Driving Licence in Arunachal Pradesh

Step 1: Visit an RTO

Step 2: Collect the required form (LLD)

Step 3: Fill in the form

Step 4: Submit the form along with the required documents

Step 5: After your documents have been verified, your renewed driving licence will be issued

Apply for an International Driving Licence in Arunachal Pradesh

Along with an application fee of Rs.1,000, you will have to submit these documents to get an international driving licence:

  1. Valid passport
  2. Valid visa
  3. Your local driving licence
  4. Photographs (passport size)
  5. Form 1 (physical fitness form)
  6. Form 1A (form for a medical certificate)
  7. Form 4A (form for the issue of international driving licence)

Steps to Apply for an International Driving Licence in Arunachal Pradesh

Step 1: Visit the nearest RTO

Step 2: Collect the required forms

Step 3: Submit the forms along with the required documents

Step 4: Your documents and forms will be verified and your international driving licence will be issued.

FAQs on Driving Licence in Arunachal Pradesh

  • How many RTOs are there in Arunachal Pradesh?

    Arunachal Pradesh has over 22 RTOs.

  • How do I check the status of my driving licence?

    You should visit the RTO to check your driving licence status.

  • Am I allowed to apply for a driving licence in Arunachal Pradesh online?

    No, right now, you cannot apply online for an Arunachal Pradesh driving licence.

  • Six months ago, I misplaced my driving licence. Can I apply for a duplicate driving licence?

    Yes, you have to apply for a duplicate driving licence within 5 years from the date of misplacement, theft, damage or expiry of your driving licence.

  • Should I submit a medical certificate when I apply for a duplicate driving licence in Arunachal Pradesh?

    No, a medical certificate is not required when you apply for a duplicate driving licence in Arunachal Pradesh.

  • Is it possible to apply for a DL in Arunachal Pradesh online?

    No, you cannot apply for a DL in Arunachal Pradesh online.

  • What is the procedure to check the status of the DL?

    You will need to visit the RTO where you had applied for a DL to check the status.

  • Is it possible to apply for a duplicate DL in case I lose the original one?

    Yes, you can apply for a duplicate DL by visiting the RTO in case the original one is lost.

  • How many transport offices are present in Arunachal Pradesh?

    Currently, there are 22 transport offices present in Arunachal Pradesh.

  • Should I submit a medical certificate when I apply for a DL?

    No, a medical certificate need not be provided to apply for a DL in Arunachal Pradesh.

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