Do you want to get driving licence in Punjab ? You can apply online for DL in Punjab through RTO office. First, you need to get learning licence. After 30 days, you can apply for permanent driving licence. Learning licence is mandatory before applying for permanent licence. The blog cover details about process to get driving licence in Punjab , its requirements and fees.
Types of Driving Licence in Punjab
You can apply for permanent driving licence after 30 days from the date of issue of learning licence. The learning licence is valid for 6 months. You need to visit RTO office for driving licence test in Punjab.
There are different types of driving licences depending on the vehicle you want to drive . Following are the class of vehicle and eligibility for its application:
| Category | Age Criteria |
|---|---|
| Motorcycles (Without gear) | 16 years |
| Motorcycles (With gear) | 18 years |
| Light Motor Vehicles | 18 years |
| Heavy Vehicles | 20 years |
Documents required for Driving Licence in Punjab
Following are the documents required for driving licence in Punjab:
For learner licence:
- Age proof
- Address proof
- ID proof
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Filled application form (Form 2)
- Self-declaration of Fitness (Form 1)
For permanent driving licence
- Application Form 2
- Valid Learning Licence
- Physical fitness declaration (Form 1)
- Medical certificate (Form 1A) if you’re above 40 years of age or for transport vehicle
Proof of Age (Any one required):
- Birth Certificate
- Passport
- PAN Card
- School Leaving Certificate (mentioning date of birth)
Proof of Address (Any one required):
- Passport
- Aadhaar Card
- Electricity Bill (issued in your name)
- LIC Policy Document
- Voter ID Card
- Ration Card
- Rental Agreement with a recent Utility Bill (Electricity or Gas)
Fees for driving licence in Punjab
| License Type | Amount (Rs) |
| Learning License (per vehicle class) | 150 |
| Learning License test fee (or repeat test fee) | 50 |
| Driving test fee (or repeat test, per vehicle class) | 300 |
| Permanent Driving License | 200 |
| Addition of another vehicle class to license | 500 |
How to apply for driving licence in Punjab
Following are the steps to apply for driving licence in Punjab:
- Filling of the online form
- Upload documents
- Paying RTO fees for learner licence
- Book slot for learner’s licence online test
- Take learner’s licence test
- Issue of learner’s licence
- Apply for permanent licence after at least 30 days
- Pay fees for permanent licence and driving skill test
- Book slot for driving test
- Appear for driving skill test
- Processing at RTO
- Issue of permanent licence
Slot Booking for Driving Test in Punjab
Following are the steps to book slot for driving test in Punjab:
- Visit the official Sarathi Parivahan Portal
- Choose Punjab from the drop down list
- Click on Appointments (Slot Booking)
- Enter Your Application Detail
- Select an RTO Location
- Confirm and Book
FAQs
Can I apply for a permanent DL immediately after getting a learner’s licence?
No. You must wait at least 30 days after getting your learner’s licence before applying for permanent DL.
Can I drive alone with a learner’s licence?
No. You must be accompanied by a person with valid DL for learning.
Is the driving licence valid across India?
Yes, driving licence issued in Punjab is valid throughout India.
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