Driving License in Andhra Pradesh

Driving a car or riding a two-wheeler gives a sense of freedom to those who are immensely passionate about travelling by roads. In today’s times where getting a car insurance or two wheeler insurance has become important, holding a driving license is also mandatory. A driving license is a mandatory document issued by the government of India giving an individual the legal freedom to drive a motor vehicle on Indian roads. The Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 makes it mandatory for individuals to possess a driving license and states that no individual can drive a motor vehicle without a valid driving license.

Obtaining a driving license in Andhra Pradesh is an easy procedure. In order to apply for a permanent driving license, it’s mandatory for an individual to first obtain a learner’s license. Further, for getting a driving license in AP, it’s also important for individuals to fit the eligibility criteria determined by the state.

The procedure for application of driving license, international driving license, renewal of an expired driving license, issuance of a duplicate driving license in Andhra Pradesh is listed below.

You will require the below documents to procure a driving license in Andhra Pradesh

• Four passport size photographs
• Application form no. 4 and form 1
• Form 1A (Medical Certificate) if the applicant is above the age of 50 and also in case the applicant is applying for a DL for transport category.
• Form 5 - Training Certificate issued by a recognized driving school for Transport Vehicle Licence

Age proof documents: You can produce any one of the below documents:

• Ration card
• Voter’s ID
• Passport
• Pan card

Address proof documents: You can produce any one of the below documents:

• Passport
• Utility bills such as electricity or telephone bill
• LIC policy bond
• Educational certificate
• Birth certificate issued by state/central government

How to obtain Driving License Offline in Andhra Pradesh?

To obtain a driving license offline in Andhra Pradesh, you will have to follow the below procedure. An applicant is eligible to apply for a permanent driving license after holding a learner’s license for a period of 30 days.

• Fill and submit application form no 4 i.e. form for permanent driving license.
• Individual applying for a commercial driving license has to also submit form 5 i.e. driving certificate issued by driving school or establishment.
• Along with the application form, the applicant is also required to submit the relevant documents at the regional transport office.
• A Fee of Rs. 200 has to be paid
• An RTO official will then allot a slot for you to undergo a driving license test. On passing the test, you will receive your driving license by post within 2-3 weeks.

How to obtain Driving License Online in Andhra Pradesh?

• To apply for a driving license in Andhra Pradesh, you will have to visit Andhra Pradesh state transport website-www.aptransport.org
• Then click on license tab on the homepage and then click on permanent license tab
• You will then be directed to this page-aprtacitizen.epragathi.org/#!/index
• Click on license and select fresh driving license
• You can then enter your learning license number and date of birth.
• Fill out the form and submit all the relevant documents.
• You can also schedule your driving license test online and select an appropriate time and date.
• You will then have to then visit the RTO office to give the driving test.
• On passing the test, your DL will be delivered to your registered address.

Note: The online application facility is available only in few cities of Andhra Pradesh.

In Andhra Pradesh, a driving license has to be renewed within 30 days from the date of expiry.

For renewal of your driving license, you will have to follow the below process:

• Submit application form no.9 at the RTO office that issued you the driving license
• Submit 3 passport size photographs
• Copy of original driving license
• Form 1 and form 1A
• Fees of Rs. 200 and an additional fee of Rs. 100 if the license is not renewed within the grace period of 30 days.

For undergoing the driving test, Andhra Pradesh transport department offers four different tracks- Nagole Driving test facility, Kondapur Driving test facility, Gannavaram Nagole Driving test facility, and Ampapuram Nagole Heavy Vehicle Driving test facility.

Applicants can choose any of the nearest test locations.

The applicants will have to bring their vehicle for driving test according to the class of the vehicle selected. The applicant will have to undergo the test in the presence of a motor vehicle inspector who will assess the applicants driving skills. The motor vehicle inspector will decide if the applicant is qualified to obtain the test. Following the driving test, the applicant will have to take a test related to road signals and road safety. If an applicant fails the test, he can reappear for the test within a period of 7 days.

Note: An individual will not be allowed to appear for the test without a seat belt (for LMV) and without a helmet for 2 wheelers.