Driving License: If you haven’t yet linked your driving license (DL) to your mobile number, do so immediately. Under the Digital India initiative, you can now complete this important task from the comfort of your home in just a few minutes. Previously, it required visiting the RTO, filling out forms, and waiting in long lines, but now the online process has become much easier. Linking your mobile number to your driving license is crucial not only for convenience but also for security and easy document management. Learn about the entire process, its benefits, and what to keep in mind.
Why is Linking Your Mobile Number to Your DL So Important
Many people wonder what difference this will make, but in reality, linking your driving license to your mobile number gives you direct access to many services. Services like DL renewal, address changes, and checking license details are easily accessible. Furthermore, in case of any problem while driving, you receive OTPs and notifications sent by the RTO, ensuring immediate information. If your mobile number isn’t linked, it becomes difficult to access important information. This linking also helps prevent fraud, as the service is activated only on your personal number, maintaining transparency.
Simple Process to Add a Mobile Number from Home
You no longer need to visit the RTO office. You can complete this task in a few easy steps from your phone or computer. First, visit the official website of the Transport Department. Select the ‘Update Mobile Number’ or ‘Link Mobile Number’ option. Then, carefully fill in your driving license details and other required information.
Then enter your mobile number and click ‘Generate OTP’. Enter the OTP received on your mobile, and once entered, your number will be successfully linked. Keep in mind that sometimes the OTP may be delayed or an error may appear on the website; in such cases, be patient and try again. Always enter only your personal number and never share the OTP with anyone.
Amazing Benefits of the Online Process
Doing this work digitally offers many incredible advantages. The biggest benefit is saving time and money, as you no longer need to wait in long lines at the RTO; everything is done from the comfort of your home. You get instant document management, meaning license updates, renewals, or any other documents will be instantly received on your mobile.
Easy recovery is possible, making it much easier to retrieve your license if it is lost or stolen. This linking is also crucial ahead of the November new regulations, as many new regulations, including those related to banking, Aadhaar cards, and GST, are coming into effect in November, making it crucial to keep your documents up to date. Adding your mobile number is also part of this process.