driving license: Now the times have changed friend, earlier getting a driving license meant visiting government offices, standing in line for hours, filling forms, running here and there with files… but now all this tension is over. The Government of India has now made this entire process online, so that now you can get your driving license from home. Now no standing in line, no hassle with brokers, everything will be done in a few clicks from mobile or laptop.
If you are learning to drive or are already driving but have not got the license yet, then understand that as important as this license is for you, it is equally important for you to get it legally. Driving license does not just give permission to drive, it is also a proof of your identity and also a sign of following the law of the country.
What is a driving license after all?
It is a valid government document that proves that you are capable of driving a vehicle and you have the right to drive on the road. As soon as you get this license, you officially become a driver. But if you drive on the road without a license, then you will be fined and you can also get into legal trouble. Therefore, along with learning to drive, it is equally important to get a license.
Driving always starts with a learning license. When someone learns to drive for the first time, he first has to get a learning license, which is valid for about 6 months. During this time you can drive on the roads but it is also necessary to be an experienced driver. When these 6 months are over and you have practiced well, then you can apply for a permanent driving license.
But if you do not get a permanent license on time after the learning license, then you have to do the whole process again. Therefore, it is wise to do the work on time.
Who can get a driving license?
If you are 16 years old and you want to drive a gearless two-wheeler, then you can apply for a learning license. But if you want to drive a geared vehicle or a four-wheeler, then your age should be at least 18 years. Also, it is important that you are physically and mentally healthy. And yes, you should also know the basic rules of traffic, otherwise it will be difficult to pass the test.
What is required to get a driving license?
Now let’s talk about the most important thing – documents. Yes, while applying online, some important documents are also required, which have to be scanned and kept ready. Such as Aadhar card, PAN card, birth certificate or tenth mark sheet, address proof, passport size photo and copy of learning license. If your age is more than 40 years, then medical certificate also becomes necessary. Along with this, information about mobile number and blood group also has to be given.
How to apply online for driving license from home?
Now let’s talk about the most important part – how to apply for driving license from home. First of all, you have to go to the official website of the government https://sarathi.parivahan.gov.in. There you have to click on the option “Apply for Driving Licence”. Then you will select your state, and choose the option of “New Driving Licence”.
After this an online form will open in which you have to fill all your information – name, address, date of birth etc. Then you have to upload all the documents mentioned above. After this, you have to pay the fee which you can do online only.
After paying the fee, the next step will be to book a slot for the driving test. You have to choose the time slot of the nearest RTO as per your convenience. You have to go to the RTO office on the scheduled date and give the test – After passing the test, within a few days your driving license will either be posted to your home address or you can also download it online.