Learning Licence in Kolkata

If you are a resident of Kolkata and below the age of 18 years and wish to drive a vehicle in the city then it is important you also carry all the relevant documents including the learner's license. Having a learner's license gives you permission to drive your vehicle on the roads of Kolkata. However, once the validity is over, it is compulsory for you to apply for a driving licence.

Types of Learner's Licences in Kolkata

There are different types of learner's license that you must be aware of:

  1. Non-geared motorcycles learner's license
  2. Geared motorcycles learner's license
  3. LMV or Light Motor Vehicles learner's license
  4. Medium Goods Vehicles learner's license
  5. MPV or Medium Passenger Vehicles learner's license
  6. LHGV or Heavy Goods Vehicles learner's license
  7. HPV or Heavy Passenger Vehicles learner's license
  8. Invalid Carriage learner's license
  9. Motor vehicles with specific descriptions learner's license

Online Application for Learner's Licence in Kolkata

  1. Click on this link https://parivahan.gov.in/parivahan/#.
  2. Click on 'Driving License/ Learner's License'.
  3. Select 'West Bengal' from the drop-down menu.
  4. Click on 'Apply for Learner's License'.
  5. Click on 'Continue'.
  6. In the next step, select a category applicable to you and click on 'Applicant does not hold any Driving/Learner license issued in India'.
  7. The application form will be displayed on your screen. Fill out the form and make sure all the details mentioned are correct.
  8. Once you have filled out the form, click on 'Submit'.
  9. You will then have to schedule a time and date to take your test and pay the registration fee. Once you pass the test, police verification will be done and then you will be provided with a learner's license.

You can also visit the Transport Department Government of West Bengal to apply for a learner's license. The steps are given below:

  1. Click on the link https://transport.wb.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/form2.pdf. This is the application form for the grant of learner's license.
  2. Download the form and duly fill it. Ensure all the details mentioned are correct. Submit it along with all the required documents. Schedule a test and pay the registration fee. Once you clear the test, the learner's license will be sent to your communication address.

Offline Application for Learner's Licence in Kolkata

You can visit the nearest RTO in Kolkata and apply for a learner's license. You can either download the form online or pay a sum of money to get the application form. Fill in the form and submit it along with all the relevant documents. Book a date to appear for the driving test and pay the registration fee.

Eligibility Criteria for Learner's Licence in Kolkata

  1. The minimum eligibility age is 16 years if you own a non-geared motorbike or engine with capacity up to 50cc.
  2. The minimum eligibility age is 18 years if you own a light motor vehicle.
  3. If you own a commercial vehicle, then the minimum eligible age is 20 years.
  4. You must be aware of all the traffic rules and regulations in Chandigarh.

Documents Required for Learner's Licence in Kolkata

  1. Form 2 which is the application form for learner's license
  2. Address proof such as Aadhaar, passport, etc.
  3. Identity proof such as PAN, voter ID.
  4. Date of birth proof such as birth certificate, school leaving certificate, etc.
  5. Passport size photograph of the applicant.

FAQs on Learning Licence in Kolkata

  • Can I modify the date of my driving test?

    Yes, you can visit the Parivahan Sarathi website and modify the date of your driving test.

  • Can an illiterate person apply for a learner's license in Kolkata?

    Yes, an illiterate person can apply for a learner's license.

  • Can a colour blind person apply for a learner's license in Kolkata?

    Yes, a colour blind person can apply for a learner's license.

  • Can I appear for a retest if I did not clear my test the first time?

    Yes, you can appear for a retest if you did not clear your test the first time.

  • For how long will my learner's license be valid?

    Your learner's license will be valid for six months.

  • When should I apply for a driving license post the expiration of my learner's license?

    You will have to apply for a learner's license within 30 days of the expiration of your learner's license.

  • Do I need to have a co-passenger while driving my vehicle?

    If you hold a learner's license, then it is mandatory that there is a co-passenger with you while you drive your vehicle. It is important that your co-passenger holds a valid driving license and is an experienced driver.

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