Driving License - Chennai

Driving License in Chennai is issued by Regional Transport Authority/office ( RTA/RTO) based on area of jurisdiction . For obtaining a Driving License to drive a motor cycle with engine capacity of 50 cc or less , the minimum age is 16 years. To obtain other types of Licences one must be 18 years and above. Common types of Driving Licenses are :

MC 50CCC (Motorcycle 50cc)motorcycles with an engine capacity of 50 cc or less.
MC EX50CC (Motorcycle more than 50cc)motorcycles and (Light Motor Vehicle)CAR.
motorcycles of any engine capacity, but without gears, including mopeds and scooters
MCWG or M/CYCL.WG (Motorcycle With Gear)all motorcycles.
LMV-NT (Light Motor Vehicle Non Transport)light motor vehicles" for personal use only

Driving License in Chennai @ Itzeazy

Itzeazy.com provides consultancy for driving License in Chennai . The Transport Department of Govt. of NCT of Chennai is entrusted with the responsibility of issuing Driving License through its Regional trasport offices (RTOs). Driving License is must Under Motor Vehicles Act 1988 to drive a vehicle. Original Driving License must be carried in original while driving and must be shown to the traffic police on demand.

Driving License - Overview

Driving License is 2 stage process :

First Learning License will be made
After 30 days of Learning License, permanent License can be applied.

During learning License, computer based theory test will be there. During Permanent License, applicant will have to undergo through practical driving test. It takes minimum 30 days to get Driving License.

Driving License - Process

Order online
Make 50% payment online
Upload documents for pre-check
Appointment scheduled for Learning License test at RTO
Visit of applicant to RTO for Learning License test
Receive Learning License
After 30 days of Learning License issue date appointment scheduled for Permanent DL
Make balance 50 % payment
Visit of applicant to RTO for permanent DL test
Receive permanent DL by post
Documents delivered & order closed

Driving License - Documents Required

duly filled Form No. 1 , 2 & 4
Three recent passport size photographs .
Proof of address ( Ration Card,Passport,LIC Policy, Voter ID card,Telephone Bill,Electricity Bill,Water Bill).
Proof of Age (School Certificate ,Birth Certificate ,PAN card).
Medical fitness certificate if applicant's age is above 50 years

Driving License - Forms

Form no. 1
Sample form no. 1
Form no. 1A
Sampe form no. 1A

Driving License - FAQ

What is period of validity of Driving Licence ?

Driving licence is issued for 20 years or 50 years of age whichever is earlier.

What is the period of validity of Learner's licence ?

Learner’s licence is valid for the period of six months.

What if Failed in the Learning test ?

Application along with documents will be returned to the failed applicant and he can reappear for test on the next day onwards

Is a Learner's Licence valid outside Chennai?

Yes, it is valid throughout India.

Is the Learner's Licence renewable?

Yes, as long as you get it renewed after the date of its expiry.

What If Failed in Test during permanent license ?

The applicant who has failed in test of competence to drive can collect his application along doucuments and can reappear for the test after 7 days by paying requisite fees .

Do I need to be present while obtaining the license?

You must be present for obtaining a licence at RTO office Chennai.

What is the basic level of knowledge required to undergo a test for a Learner's DL?

Traffic signs / traffic signals / rules of the road / duties of a driver in case he is involved in an accident / precautions to be taken when crossing an unmanned railway crossing / documents that he is required to carry while driving.

What is the basis of judging an applicant appearing for a test for a Learner's DL?

The questions posed to an applicant are of objective type, and the applicant has to answer correctly at least 60 % of the questions posed.