Delhi Driving License 2026: Complete Application Guide
Here’s your **complete, up-to-date application guide for getting a Driving Licence in Delhi (2026) — covering eligibility, documents, fees, steps (online & offline), key rules, and tips to help you apply smoothly.
🛣️ 1. Types of Driving Licences in Delhi
📌 Learner’s Licence (LL)
– First step before a permanent licence — allows you to practise driving under supervision.
📌 Permanent Driving Licence (DL)
– Issued after passing a driving test — authorises you to drive vehicles on public roads.
📌 International Driving Permit (IDP)
– For driving abroad — separate application and fees.
📍 2. Eligibility Criteria
For Learner’s Licence
• You must meet the minimum age (usually 18+ for non-commercial vehicles).
• Medical certificate may be required for applicants over a certain age and commercial vehicle applicants.
For Permanent Licence
• You must hold a valid learner licence for at least 30 days and not more than 180 days.
• You should be conversant with traffic rules and driving skills.
📄 3. Documents Required (LL & DL)
Mandatory for Both LL and DL
✔ Filled application form (via Sarathi portal/physical)
✔ Valid age proof (e.g., birth certificate, passport, school certificate)
✔ Proof of address (Aadhaar card, voter ID, passport, utility bills, etc.)
✔ Passport-size photos (usually 2–3)
✔ Aadhaar/Identity proof
✔ Fees paid receipt
✔ Learner licence (original) – for DL application
Additional
📍 Medical Certificate (Form 1A) — required if over 40 OR for commercial licences.
📍 Driving School Forms (Form 5/14/15) — usually for commercial DL applications.
💰 4. Fee Structure (Approx. Delhi RTO)
| Service | Typical Fee (₹) |
|---|---|
| Learner Licence application | ~150 |
| Learner Test / Repeat Test | ~50 |
| Driving test / competence test | ~300 |
| Driving Licence issuance | ~200 |
| Smart card printing | ~200 |
| DL renewal | ~200–400 |
| IDP | ~1,000 |
| Address/other changes | ~200 |
⚠️ Fees can vary slightly year-to-year — always confirm latest on Parivahan/Transport Department site before paying.
🌐 5. Step-by-Step Application Guide
✅ A. Apply for Learner’s Licence (LL)
Online
- Go to the Parivahan Sarathi portal → select Delhi and Apply for Learner’s Licence.
- Fill in personal details and upload documents.
- Pay the learner licence fee online.
- Take the LL test (usually an online MCQ on traffic rules).
- After passing, your learner licence is issued.
Offline
- Visit Transport Dept/RTO in Delhi → request Form 2/3.
- Fill out and attach documents.
- Pay fees and take the test in person.
- Learner licence is usually issued during the visit.
✅ B. Apply for Permanent Driving Licence (DL)
👉 You must wait a minimum of 30 days after getting your learner licence before applying.
Online
- On Sarathi portal, choose Apply for DL (Holding LL).
- Upload required documents, pay fees & book a driving test slot.
- Attend the scheduled practical driving test at your selected RTO.
- Bring your own test vehicle with valid RC/insurance.
- On passing, your licence will be processed — often sent by post.
Offline
- Visit your local Transport Office → submit Form 4 with documents.
- Pay application & test fees.
- Appear in the driving test supervised by an inspector.
- On success, DL card is issued (often same day or by post).
🚗 6. The Driving Test
• Tests practical driving ability — manoeuvres, correct use of signals, road positioning, etc.
• You must bring your own vehicle of the relevant category for the test.
• If you fail, you’re typically allowed to re-test after 7 days.
Note: Some government programmes allow private driving schools to conduct tests; check if this is active for Delhi in 2026.
📌 7. Renewal & Other Services
Renewal: Apply before expiry — usually via Form 9 online or at RTO. Valid proof & fees needed.
Duplicate Licence: If lost/damaged — submit Form LLD with FIR & fees.
Add Vehicle Class / Address Change: Available through Parivahan portal with documents & fee.
🧠 Useful Tips
✅ Upload self-attested documents — no need for affidavits.
✅ Always use official portals (Parivahan / Transport Dept) to avoid scams.
✅ Carry original documents to the test location for verification.
✅ The learner licence is valid nation-wide in India.
If you want, I can also give you direct links to the online application pages or a checklist printable PDF for all required forms and fees!
