Driving Licence in Uttar Pradesh – Apply, Renewal & Status

Commercial Driving Licence: To drive heavier vehicles such as trucks, buses, and taxis, a commercial driving licence is mandatory in Uttar Pradesh. 

International Driving Permit: Indians, including tourists and expats can drive in foreign countries with the International Driving Permit. This permit allows Indian nationals to drive in foreign lands that recognise the IDP. 

Types of Vehicles Eligible for a Driving Licence in Uttar Pradesh 

Individuals applying for permanent driving licence in Uttar Pradesh can opt for the vehicle type they wish to attain the permit for. The Regional Transport Office of Uttar Pradesh provides licences for the following vehicles: 

• Light motor vehicles (passenger) that include cars, jeeps, delivery vans, autorickshaws and taxis 

• Medium passenger vehicles such as larger commercial vehicles, tempos for passengers and minivans 

• Heavy passenger motor vehicles include buses used for commercial transport 

• Medium goods vehicles such as tempos and delivery trucks. 

How to Apply for Driving Licence Online in Uttar Pradesh

Applicants can apply for a driving licence in Uttar Pradesh online. The steps to apply for a driving licence online are as follows: 

Step 1: Visit the official website of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. 

Step 2: Select “Uttar Pradesh” from the drop-down menu. 

Step 3: Click on the “Learner’s Licence” option. 

Step 4: Fill out the application form by providing information, including your name, date of birth, address, and blood type. 

Step 5: Upload scanned copies of the supporting documents and fix a date for the learner’s licence test. 

Step 6: Pay the application fee. 

Step 7: Once you pass the learner's test, your learner’s licence will be issued. 

Step 8: To obtain a permanent driving licence, you can fill out Form 4 and pay the application fee after holding the learner’s licence for 30 days. 

Step 9: Fix a date for the test and once you pass, a permanent driving licence will be issued to you. 

How to Apply for Driving Licence Offline in Uttar Pradesh

Applicants can also apply for a driving licence in person. If you wish to apply for a driving licence offline, follow the steps given below: 

Step 1: Visit the nearest Regional Transport Office. 

Step 2: Bring the required documents, Form 1A (medical certificate) and Form 2 (learner’s licence application form). 

Step 3: Fill out the application form. 

Step 4: Pay the application fees and submit the passport-size photographs. 

Step 5: Schedule a day for the learners’ s exam. Once you pass, the learner's licence will be issued. 

Required Documents for Driving Licence in UP

In order to apply for permanent driving licence in Uttar Pradesh, the individual has to furnish the documents mentioned below:

• Original learner's licence
• Application in Form No. 4
• Driving certificate in Form 5 (in case of transport vehicle licence), from an approved training school
• Proof of age (birth certificate, PAN, passport, school leaving certificate) 
• Three passport size photographs
• Proof of residence (utility bills, lease/rent agreement)
• Valid government ID proof (Voter's ID, Pan card, Passport)
• Medical certificate (For applicants above the age of 50)
  

Driving Licence Fees in Uttar Pradesh 

There are fees for applying for a driving licence in Uttar Pradesh. A comprehensive table of fees for driving licence application and renewal is given below: 

Check Driving Licence Status

An applicant can check the status of driving licence in two ways - online or offline.

• The online status can be checked by visiting the Sarathi Parivahan portal.
• The applicant can select “Uttar Pradesh” as the state name and click on “Application Status”.
• Next, you can enter your details and click on “Submit” to check the status of the driving licence application.
• Another way to check is to visit the RTO where the applicant has given his competence test.

How to Make Corrections in a Driving Licence in Uttar Pradesh

Filling the application form correctly is essential. However, in spite of the care taken, some mistakes may tend to occur, as the form moves to different departments. Misspelled names and wrong addresses are some common errors that may occur. In order to correct such mistakes the applicant has to collect and fill relevant applications, available at the RTO or online. The concerned official will verify the corrections and on approval, the new licence with corrected details will be issued. The licence can be collected on the same day from the office. A small fee will be charged, based on the corrections.

How to Renew Driving Licence Online in Uttar Pradesh

Every driving licence, be it for private or commercial vehicle, has an expiry date, depending on the date of issue and licence holder's age. The normal validity for a licence is 20 years from the issuance date. After the licence has expired, it has to be renewed within a month, in order to avoid penalty. An amount of Rs 250 is charged as renewal fee. Here is a list of documents required for renewing the expired driving licence.

Private Vehicle Licence:

• Form No. 9
• Original driving licence
• Three passport size photographs
• Age proof (any one of these - Aadhar Card, Birth Certificate, Passport, Voter's ID)
• Form No. 1 i.e. self declaration of physical fitness
• Current residence proof (lease/rental agreement, passport, ration card, or utility bill)

Commercial Vehicle Licence:

• All of the documents similar to private vehicle licence.
• Medical certificate in Form No. 1A. This certificate is mandatory for commercial category and has to be issued by an MBBS doctor
• Driver refreshing training certificate in case of heavy motor vehicle

All applications and documents submitted for renewal should have correct details. The applicant should also ensure that there is no vague or unclear information, as it may delay or stall the verification process. Documents for licence renewal of commercial vehicle have to be validated by the issuing authority. Photocopies of the documents have to be attested by a Gazetted Officer or Notary Public. License renewal for private vehicles is usually done the same day of receiving the application. On the other hand, renewed licence for commercial vehicles, is sent to the applicant's address only after thorough substantiation.

Eligibility Criteria for Driving Licence Application in Uttar Pradesh 

• To apply for a driving licence in India, the applicant must be 18 years of age to drive motorcycles with gear, and at least 16 years of age to drive vehicles without gear.
• The applicants must be aware of traffic rules and must have the required documents, including proof of age.
• For those over the age of 50, a medical certificate issued by a registered medical practitioner is mandatory. 

How to Apply for Duplicate Driving Licence in Uttar Pradesh

The documents required to apply for a duplicate licence have been listed below:

Step 1: Visit the Sarathi Parivahan portal or the nearest RTO. 

Step 2: Fill out Form 2. 

Step 3: Attach the required documents, including FIR (Non-Cognizable Report). 

Step 4: Make the payment and keep the receipt. 

Step 5: Upon verification and approval, you will receive the duplicate driving licence.

The documents required to apply for a duplicate licence are listed below: 

• Form 2 

• Original licence 

• Copy of the licence attested 

• Identity proof 

• Address proof 

• FIR or Non-Cognizable Report in case the licence was stolen.

How to Apply for International Driving Licence in Uttar Pradesh

International driving licences is issued in any of the RTOs in Uttar Pradesh. These licences have a validity of 12 months. The list of countries where this licence is valid will be available at the RTO. Permanent driving licence is mandatory when applying for an international permit. A fee of Rs 500 is charged by the RTO. The list of documents required are mentioned below:

• Valid proof of nationality
• Attested copy of valid driving licence, passport and visa
• Attested copy of a valid residence proof
• Five passport sized photos

• Medical Form 1-A