Driving License in Dhule

To be able to drive a motor vehicle in Dhule, an applicant has to obtain a driving license i.e. a valid document issued by the licensing authority of India. In the city of Dhule, the Regional Transport Office is headed with the responsibility of issuing a driving license. With an increase in vehicle population and number of road accidents, it has become mandatory for the transport department to ensure a smooth functioning of the transport system in the city. So to bring about a strict regulation and formation of an effective transport system, the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 has made it mandatory for individuals to hold a driving license. A driving license states that the applicant has good driving skills and is aware of traffic rules and regulations. In Dhule, an applicant can obtain a driving license by following the process mentioned below.

The minimum age to apply for a driving license for a vehicle not exceeding an engine capacity of 50c is 16 years.

• The minimum age to apply for a permanent DL in Dhule is 18 years.
• The minimum age to apply for a commercial DL in Dhule is 20 years.
• The applicant should hold a learner’s license
• The applicant can apply for a permanent DL after 30 or within 180 days from the date of issuance of the learner’s license.
• The applicant should be well aware of traffic rules and regulations.

An applicant looking to obtain a driving license in Dhule can do so online or offline directly at the RTO. The application process requires the applicant to fill the form, submit relevant documents and then finally give the DL test on passing which the DL will be issued.

Online application process for obtaining a driving license in Dhule

• Visit parivahan.gov.in
• Select online services and then click on driving license related services
• Enter the name of the state-For Dhule, enter Maharashtra
• Click on apply only and select new driving license
• Fill the form with appropriate details
• Upload the relevant documents, photo and signature (Applicant will have to check whether this facility is available at the RTO that he is applying)
• Pay the application fees
• Book a slot for the driving license test
• Appear for the driving test
• On passing the test, the driving license will be issued to the applicant.

Offline application process for obtaining a driving license in Dhule

• Visit the nearest RTO office
• Collect the application form or download the form online transport.maharashtra.gov.in
• Fill the form and submit it along with the relevant documents to the RTO office
• Pay the application fees
• Schedule a slot for the driving test
• If the applicant passes the test, he will be issued the driving license.

Renewal of driving license in Dhule can be done at the nearest RTO office on submission of few documents and an application fee. A driving license issued in Dhule is valid for a period of 20 years or until the age of 50, whichever is early for the applicant. On expiry of the driving license, the applicant will have to obtain a renewed DL to be able to freely drive around his vehicle in public areas of the Dhule.

Documents required for renewal of driving license in Dhule

• Application in Form 9
• Age and address proof documents
• Medical certificate
• Application fee of Rs. 416

Procedure for renewal of driving license in Dhule

Application for renewal of driving license in Dhule has to be made within 30 days from the date of expiry. The applicant can apply for a renewed DL online parivahan.gov.in or directly at the RTO office. On verification of the documents and form, the applicant will be issued the renewed DL. The applicant will have to pay Rs.1000 per year for late renewal.

In the city of Dhule, an applicant will receive the driving license on passing the DL test. If the applicant fails the test, then he will be denied the issuance of the driving license and will have to re-appear for the test. During the test, the applicant will have to bring the same class of vehicle for which he is obtaining the DL. The test is conducted as per rule 15 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 in presence of a Motor Vehicles Inspector who inspects the applicants driving skills. The applicant will have to drive the vehicle well and will need to have complete control over the vehicle to avoid failing the test.