The Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has brought a major change in the driving license rules. From now on, the days of standing in long queues at the RTO are over.

A major change in the license rules. No test will have to be given at the RTO. So how will the license be obtained? This report gives detailed details.

The new driving license system has already been implemented. Now you will not have to stand in queues for hours at the RTO office to take the driving license test. The path to becoming a licensed driver has become a little easier. But if you do not want to go to the RTO, then where to go? How to get a driving license? Lets know all details here

According to the new guidelines issued by the government, you can also take the test for getting a driving license at a special private institution or driving school recognized by the government.

Which means, if you do not want to go to the RTO office and stand in line for hours to get a driving license, then you have the opportunity to take the test for a driving license at a driving school.

For a light motor vehicle (LMV) license, you will have to undergo 29 hours of training in 4 weeks. Out of this, 8 hours will be for theory and the remaining 21 hours will be for practical training.

For heavy vehicles, at least 38 hours of training will be required in 6 weeks. Out of this, 8 hours will be for theory, and 30 hours will be for practical training.

After completing the driving test, these centers will issue certificates to successful applicants. Using this certificate, applicants can apply for a driving license through the government RTO.

After successfully completing the course at the driving center, no further tests will be required from the applicants. However, those who do not want to take the test at the driving test centre will have to pass the RTO-conducted test to get a driving license.

Penalty for traffic violation hiked

The Centre has also approved a change in the penalty for driving without a valid driving license. In this case, a fine of Rs 2,000 has been imposed on violators of traffic rules instead of Rs 1,000.

If a minor is caught driving a vehicle, the fine will be Rs 25,000 and legal action will be taken against the parents and the vehicle owner, as per the new rules. In such a case, the vehicle’s registration certificate may also be cancelled.