Driving License in Nagpur

In the city of Nagpur, holding a driving license is imperative as per the rules of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. To be able to freely drive your vehicle in public areas of Nagpur, an individual is mandated by the law to obtain a driving license. No person in Nagpur can drive a motor vehicle without holding a driving license as driving without a valid DL can land the individual behind bars or attract a hefty penalty. So here’s a comprehensive guide that will take you through the process of obtaining a driving license in Nagpur.

Owning a car or a bike is no longer a luxury, it has become a necessity for commuting. Getting necessary documents like driving licence, four wheeler insurance, two wheeler insurance as per the type of vehicle you own is equally necessary with owning a vehicle. Having a third-party liability cover along with a valid driving licence has been mandated as per the Motor Vehicle Act 1988 to be able to drive or ride legally on public roads of India.

• An applicant who has attained the age of 16 years can apply for a driving license for motorcycle without gear.
• An applicant who has attained the age of 18 years can apply for a driving license for motorcycle with gear or light motor vehicle.
• An applicant who has attained the age of 20 years can apply for a driving license for transport vehicle.
• An applicant applying for a driving license for a transport vehicle should have at least 1 year of experience of driving a light motor vehicle.
• Valid learner’s license.
• The applicant can apply for a permanent driving license in Nagpur 30 days after or 180 days within from the date of issuance of the learning license.

Getting a driving license in Nagpur is easy as an applicant can apply for the same either online or at the nearest RTO office.

Here’s how an applicant can apply for a driving license online in Nagpur

• An applicant can download the form from- transport.maharashtra.gov.in/1223/English-Forms?Doctype=6af3d034-caee-46c1-8a7b-8e4c47a5f4e7
• The applicant can also apply for a driving license ministry of transport and highways website, parivahan.gov.in/parivahan/. On applying through this website, the applicant can fill and submit the form online. The applicant will have to check whether he can upload the documents and pay the fees online.
• The applicant will then have to visit the RTO with the relevant documents and will have to book a DL slot for the driving license test to be conducted.
• The applicant will have to then appear for the test on the given date and time.
• The applicant can also book a DL slot online in Maharashtra through sarathi.nic.in

Here’s how an applicant can apply for a driving license offline in Nagpur

• The applicant will have to visit the nearest RTO office
• Collect the application form from the office
• Fill and submit the form along with the relevant documents
• Pay the application fees
• Book a slot for the driving license test
• Appear for the test. If you pass the test, your DL will be issued to you within a span of few days.

If you are a resident of Nagpur having the desire to drive on foreign land, then the applicant will have to follow the below listed process:

Documents required for obtaining an International Driving Permit in Nagpur

• Application form 4A
• Copy of Indian driving license
• Medical certificate
• Passport and visa
• Application fees of Rs. 1000

Procedure for applying for an International Driving License in Nagpur

An applicant can apply for an International driving license in Nagpur by following the below steps:

• Download the application form online through transport.maharashtra.gov.in/1223/English-Forms?Doctype=6af3d034-caee-46c1-8a7b-8e4c47a5f4e7
• Fill and submit the form to the RTO office along with the required documents.
• Pay the application fees.
• Once the documents are verified the applicant will receive the International driving permit.
• The applicant can also apply for an International DL in Nagpur through parivahan.gov.in/parivahan.