Driving Licence in Mumbai

How to Apply for a Driving Licence in Mumbai

1. Visit the Maharashtra Transport official website.
2. Download the "Application of Driving Licence" Form.
3. Once you have downloaded the form, the next step is to fill the Form.
4. Fill the required details. These include the applicant's name, mobile number, email address, PAN number, type of motorcycle, permanent address, temporary address, birthplace, date of birth, educational qualification, identification marks, citizenship status, blood group, etc.
5. Upload the medical certificate (Form 1A), learner's Licence, the certificate from the driving school, and any other supporting documents required.
6. Enter the captcha code and click on the "submit" button.
7. Once the application is submitted, you will get an "application reference number" and you will be allowed an appointment to visit the RTO Office.
8. On the appointment day, you will have to take the vehicle to the RTO. Note that the vehicle type has to be the same that was written at the time of filling the application.
9. During the driving test, you will be required to drive in front of the RTO Official.
10. The results are announced in a few hours. If you fail, you will have to take the DL test after a few days.
11. If you clear the driving test, the DL will be posted to your address in a few days.

Driving Licence Fees in Mumbai

The RTO office Mumbai charges a fixed fee for the services they offer. Some of the RTO licence-related fees and are as follows:

Eligibility Criteria for Driving Licence in Mumbai

Getting a driving licence in Mumbai is now easy and simple. The Maharashtra Transport Department has taken necessary steps to make the DL process easy. They have digitised and simplified the entire process to encourage Mumbaikars to apply for driving licence. In the city of Mumbai, a driving licence is issued to a person who meets the following eligibility criteria:

1. The applicant has a Learner's Licence. A Learner's Licence (LL) should be submitted while applying for a DL. An LL is a licence issued to an applicant for a temporary period of time during which the applicant should learn how to drive a motor vehicle. With a valid LL, a person cannot apply for a DL in Mumbai.
2. To apply for a two-wheeler ( with or without gears) an applicant should be 16 years of more. To apply for a four-wheeler, an applicant should be above 18 years of age.
3. Any Indian citizen can apply for an LL or DL in Mumbai.
4. If an applicant wants a DL for commercial purposes, he/she should be 20 years of age or above.

Documents Required to Apply for Driving Licence in Mumbai

The documents required to apply for a driving licence in Mumbai are:

1. Duly-filled application form
2. Two passport size photo
3. A copy of the PAN card
4. A copy of the medical fitness certificate
5. A copy of the parent/guardian's written consent with date and signature, if the applicant is a minor
6. A copy of the address proof (Passport/Life insurance policy/Voter ID/Ration card)
7. A copy of the birth certificate (School certificate/Birth certificate/Affidavit signed by the executive magistrate)
8. Copy of a valid Learner's Licence
9. Challan stating DL fees paid

How to Renew a Driving Licence in Mumbai

A permanent driving licence is usually valid for 20 years or till the applicant reaches 50 years of age, whichever is earlier. An applicant should ideally apply for renewal 30 days before the expiry date of the DL.

The applicant can either visit the concerned RTO and apply for the renewal of DL or can do it online on the Maharashtra Transport website. You can download the application form for renewal of DL from the website, fill it accurately, and submit it in person in the concerned RTO. Upon verification of the documents, a renewed driving licence will be issued. Please note that a health clearance certificate from a certified medical practitioner stating that the candidate is fit to drive may be required while applying for renewal of licence.

Duplicate Driving Licence in Mumbai

Did you know that you can apply for a duplicate driving licence in Mumbai? Yes. If your DL is stolen, tampered, or misplaced, you can request for a duplicate driving licence to be issued to you. All you have to do is file a First Information Report (FIR) with the police and visit the RTO with a copy of the FIR and other supporting documents like duly-filled LLD form, the damaged card is available, identity proof, address proof, and the fees for issuing duplicate DL. After successful verification, a duplicate driving licence will be issued to you.

International Driving Permit Application in Mumbai

While a driving licence issued in India is recognised by many countries, there are few countries that don't. In these countries, you will require an International Driving Licence to operate a motorised vehicle. To apply for an International Driving Licence in Mumbai, you can visit the nearest RTO with the following documents:

1. Duly-filled application form for international driving licence
2. Valid Indian driving licence
3. Challan proving you paid the concerned fee
4. Medical clearance certificate
5. Identity proof
6. Proof of residence
7. Two passport size photographs

Now that you know how easy it is to possess a driving licence, go ahead and apply for a valid DL in Mumbai today.