Driving Licence in Bhopal

In case you wish to drive a vehicle in Bhopal, it is mandatory to have a license. Penalties will be levied in case you are caught driving without a license. The process to apply for a Driving License (DL) in Bhopal can be completed online or by visiting the nearest Regional Transport Office (RTO). However, you must hold a learner's license before applying for a DL. 

Updated On - 05 Sep 2025

Types of Driving Licence

The types of DLs that you can apply for in Bhopal are mentioned below:

  1. Invalid carriage.
  2. Light motor vehicle.
  3. Heavy passenger vehicle.
  4. Heavy goods vehicle.
  5. Medium passenger vehicle.
  6. Medium goods vehicle.
  7. Geared motorcycle.
  8. Non-geared motorcycle.

Process to Apply for a Driving Licence in Bhopal

Offline

The process to apply for a DL by visiting an RTO in Bhopal is given below:

  1. Visit the RTO and collect the application form.
  2. Submit the application form with the required documents.
  3. Next, the payment must be made.
  4. You will need to request the RTO official to provide you with the date and time for taking the DL test.
  5. Once you take the test and pass it, the RTO will issue the DL.

Online

The process to apply for a driving license online is given below:

  1. Visit https://parivahan.gov.in/parivahan//en.
  2. Select 'Online Services'.
  3. Choose 'Driving License Related Services'.
  4. Choose Madhya Pradesh as the state.
  5. Select 'Apply for Driving License'.
  6. Select 'Continue'.
  7. In case you have a learner's license, enter the license number and your date of birth.
  8. Select 'OK'.
  9. In the following pages, you will need to fill out the application form, submit the documents, book a date and time to take the test, and pay the fee.
  10. Once the fee has been paid and the status has been verified, take a print-out of the receipt.
  11. Visit the RTO on the date that the test has been scheduled.
  12. Once you have passed the test, the RTO will issue the DL.

Eligibility Criteria for Apply DL in Bhopal

The eligibility criteria that must be met to apply for a DL in Bhopal are mentioned below:

  1. You must have a learner's license (valid) before applying for a DL. You can apply for a license 30 days after getting a learner's license and not more than 180 days after the LL has been issued.
  2. You must be at least 20 years old to apply for a heavy motor vehicle driving licence.
  3. You must be at least 18 years old to apply for a light motor vehicle driving license.
  4. You must be at least 16 years old to drive a two-wheeler that is fitted with a 50cc engine.

Documents Required for Apply Driving Licence in Bhopal

The documents that must be submitted when you apply for a DL in Bhopal are mentioned below:

  1. Proof of address.
  2. Proof of age.
  3. Application fee.
  4. Learner's license.
  5. Three passport-sized photographs.
  6. In case you wish to apply for a commercial driving license, the Driver Training Certificate must be given.
  7. Certificate showing that you are competent to drive.
  8. In the case of a commercial driving license, Form 5 must be submitted.
  9. Form 4 must be submitted.

FAQs on Driving Licence in Bhopal

  • Will a smart card DL be provided in Bhopal?

    Yes, a smart card DL will be provided in Bhopal.

  • In case I apply for a DL in Bhopal, is it possible to check the status of the DL online?

    Yes, you can check the status of the DL online.

  • How long is a commercial driving license that is provided in Bhopal valid for?

    A commercial driving licence provided in Bhopal is valid for 3 years.

  • Which application form must be submitted in case I wish to renew my license in Bhopal?

    Form 9 must be submitted in case you wish to renew your license in Bhopal.

  • Is it possible to apply for a duplicate driving license in Bhopal online?

    Yes, you can apply for a duplicate driving license in Bhopal online.

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