Driving License in Jamshedpur

Today, driving a motor vehicle is a passion for some, while for some others it is a means of livelihood. However, whatever the case may be, an individual while driving a motor vehicle in India needs to obtain a driving license issued by the Regional Transport Office. Holding a driving license is mandatory as per the law and requires an individual to pass a driving test. To hold a permanent driving license, an individual has to first obtain a learner’s license which gives him the freedom to ply his vehicle. The Jamshedpur RTO too functions as per the rules of The Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. To obtain a driving license in Jamshedpur, an applicant will have to follow the below mentioned DL process.

Having a car or bike has become essential for daily travel. But with vehicle ownership comes certain legal obligations. Every vehicle owner must hold a valid driving licence and also have the appropriate car insurance or bike insurance policy, based on the type of vehicle. Under the Motor Vehicles Act 1988, it is mandatory to have both a driving licence and third party insurance to use public roads in India.

The below eligibility requirements have to be met while applying for a driving license in Jamshedpur:

• A commercial DL in Jamshedpur is issued to an individual who is above the age of 20 years.
• Driving license for a private vehicle is issued to an individual who has attained the age of 18 years.
• To drive a motorcycle not exceeding an engine capacity of 50cc, an individual should have completed the age of 16 years.
• An individual obtaining a permanent driving license can apply for it after 30 days or within 180 days from the date of issuance of the learner’s license.
• It’s mandatory for a permanent driving license applicant to hold a learner’s license.
• The individual must be well-aware of the traffic rules and regulations.

A driving license is an important document to hold for driving a motor vehicle in Jamshedpur. If an individual is caught driving a vehicle without a license, then he can be fined or imprisoned for up to 6 months. Hence, the Jamshedpur RTO has made the DL application process in the city an easy one by providing both online as well as offline facilities.

Online application process to obtain a driving license in Jamshedpur

• Visit parivahan.gov.in/parivahan, the Ministry of Transport and Highways Website
• Click on online services and select driving license related services
• Enter the name of the state-for Jamshedpur, select Jharkhand
• Click on apply online and new driving license
• Fill the applicant details
• Upload the above-mentioned documents
• Upload photo and signature
• Book a slot for the DL test
• Pay the application fee
• Appear for the DL test on the scheduled date and time
• On passing the test, the DL is delivered to the applicant at his doorstep

Offline application process to obtain a driving license in Jamshedpur

• Collect the application form from the RTO or download the form through jhtransport.gov.in
• Fill out the form and submit it to the RTO along with the relevant documents
• Pay the application fee and book a slot for the driving test
• Visit the RTO to give the test
• Pass the test to obtain the driving license

Once a permanent driving license is issued in Jamshedpur, it continues to be valid until the age of 50 or for 20 years, whichever is earlier for the applicant. On expiry of the said period, a license holder has to renew the license to lawfully continue driving the vehicle on Indian roads. For renewal of driving license in Jamshedpur, an applicant has to do the following:

Documents required for renewal of driving license in Jamshedpur

• Medical certificate and physical fitness form 1 and Form 1A, if the applicant is above the age of 40.
• Age and address proof documents
• Application Fee of Rs. 200 and Rs. 300 after the grace period of 30 days
• Application Form 9
• Expired driving license

Procedure for renewal of driving license in Jamshedpur

If an application for renewal of driving license in Jamshedpur is not made within a period of 30 days, then the applicant will have to pay an additional fee of Rs. 1000 per year. License for a renewed private vehicle is valid for 5 years, whereas a renewed license for a commercial vehicle is valid for 1 year. An applicant can make an application for renewal of DL online through jhtransport.gov.in or offline at the RTO. Once the documents are verified, the renewed DL is issued to the applicant on the same day.

Appearing for a driving test is a mandatory process as per the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. If an individual does not appear for a DL test, then he is not issued the DL. The test is conducted as per rule 15 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, in the presence of a Motor Vehicles Inspector. The driving license is also not issued to an individual who fails the DL test. To pass the test, an individual will have to drive the vehicle properly and should have knowledge of the traffic rules and regulations. If the applicant fails the test, then he a can-reappear for the test after 7 days.