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Duplicate Driving Licence Ghaziabad

Last updated: June 5, 2026

Have you lost or damaged your driving licence ? If yes, you can apply for duplicate DL in Ghaziabad. The application for duplicate driving licence in Ghaziabad should be submitted in the RTO from where DL was issued originally. If you need to apply for DL duplicate in Ghaziabad, Itzeazy has a online process to get dup driver’s license in Ghaziabad. The process is doorstep and hassle-free. Just you need to share the documents required for duplicate DL in Ghaziabad, Itzeazy will take care of the rest. 

If you don't have driving license and caught by traffic police while driving, Challan may be imposed. You should get duplicate DL as early as possible if you don't have a license. 

Reasons for getting a duplicate driving license in Ghaziabad

  1. Driving licence is lost or destroyed
  2. Driving licence is damaged or torn
  3. If there is need to replace photograph on existing DL

Do I need to visit RTO for Duplicate Driving licence Ghaziabad

The duplicate driving license process is not completely online in Ghaziabad. You have to visit RTO Ghaziabad to submit documents after online form submission. You have to apply for duplicate driving license in the RTO Ghaziabad office that issued your original driving license. 

You can fill out online form for duplicate DL only if your driving license details are available in the digital form of data. If you have an old paper-type license, you have to apply for backlog entry.
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Apply for Duplicate Driving Licence in Ghaziabad online

Itzeazy provides hassle free, door step service for duplicate DL in Ghaziabad. It provides end-to-end assistance and documentation support to the clients to ensure a hassle free experience for duplicate Driving licence in Ghaziabad .

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The process for duplicate licence is partially  online in Ghaziabad. It consists of following steps :

  1. Report loss of DL at local police station
  2. Online application form submission
  3. Payment of requisite RTO fees
  4. Visit of the applicant to the concerned RTO in Ghaziabad
  5. Processing of application for duplicate DL in Ghaziabad RTO office
  6. Dispatch of duplicate driving License by post 

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Duplicate Driving License 


As per The Motor Vehicles Act , driving license is mandatory for all individuals who are driving vehicle. If you have misplaced it or lost it, in such scenario you can apply for duplicate driving license in Ghaziabad. You can apply for  duplicate driving license only if you own a permanent driving license that has been misplaced, damaged, or stolen.

Validity of duplicate driving licence Ghaziabad

The validity of duplicate licence will be the same as your previous licence. If your lost or damaged driver's licence is still valid, you don't need to take driving test. 

Processing time for getting Duplicate DL in Ghaziabad

Normally it takes 15 days in getting duplicate driving license in Ghaziabad. You can track application status online using application no. and date of birth.

Change of address in driving licence

While applying for Duplicate DL in Ghaziabad, you can have four scenarios :

  • Same address : If your old driving licence address is same as present address, apply for duplicate DL at the RTO from where DL was issued.
  • Within city : If there is address change within Ghaziabad city only, you can apply at the same RTO in Ghaziabad from where DL was issued  
  • Different city : If your address has changed to another city that is in a different RTO jurisdiction, you have to apply at the new RTO.
  • To other State : Your address has changed from another state to Ghaziabad, then apply at the Ghaziabad RTO with your existing driving license details and change your address to the new address of Ghaziabad

Backlog entry of DL detail on Parivahan portal

If you are having old paper type driving licence and driving license details is not available on the Parivahan website, you need to apply for backlog entry by visiting the parent RTO from where driving licence was issued. This is offline process and can be done at RTO only.

After this backlog entry process, you can apply for duplicate driving licence in Ghaziabad online.


Note:

It is recommended to keep the photocopy of your Driving licence safe, particulars of Driving licence noted with you so that you may not face trouble in case of loss/theft. It would be easier to easier to search your licence particulars from the record. If you can not provide the particulars it is advisable to go ahead for fresh licence instead of duplicate licence.


Process

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Duplicate Driving License With Itzeazy

  • Order online
  • Make advance payment 
  • Share required documents for duplicate DL
  • Visit of the applicant to the RTO
  • Processing of the application for duplicate RC
  • Work completion
  • Dispatch of Duplicate driving licence 

Document Required

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Documents Required for Duplicate Driving License Ghaziabad

  • Form LLD.
  • FIR/NCR for the lost licence
  • Copy of original driving licence (if torn or damaged) 
  • Passport size Photograph 
  • Copy of valid address Proof
  • Self Declaration of Physical Fitness on form no. 1
  • Challan clearance report from Traffic Police (if Challan is dues)

Forms

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Duplicate Driving License - Forms

  • Form LLD

FAQ's

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Duplicate Driving License - FAQ

1. Can application for duplicate Driving license can be submitted in RTO other than the RTO from where it was issued ?

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No, It can be applied only in the RTO office from where it was issued .

2. I do not have copy of lost Driving License or dont remember Driving License number . What should I do ?

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In such scenario it is advisable to go for fresh license as getting record of old Driving license would not be possible.

3. What happens If my current address is different from the address mentioned in the lost Driving license?

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You can apply for duplicate driving licence and change of address together. Address will be changed in the new driving license issued.

4. Is it possible to obtain a soft copy of my duplicate driver's licence?

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Yes, the DigiLocker allows you to download soft copy of your driver's licence. You just need to have account in it. Sign in using the mobile number or Adhaar and download softcopy of driving licence.

5. What will be the validity of duplicate Driving Licence ?

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Duplicate driving licence will have the same validity as your original Driving Licence. All the information on duplicate Driving Licence will be same as original. 


6. Do I have to pass a driving test once again while applying for a duplicate Driving Licence ?

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You need to undergo driving test again, if your driving licence has expired more than one year before. You don’t have to go through driving test again if its still valid. 

7. What should I do if I lost my driving Licence in Ghaziabad?

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If you have lost driving licence in Ghaziabad, first you should report loss of driving licence to the local police station. After that you should apply for duplicate driving licence in the RTO from where DL was issued. Process will take approx. 1 month time and you will get duplicate DL.

8. How many days are required for duplicate DL in Ghaziabad?

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The process of duplicate DL takes approx. 30 days in Ghaziabad if its smart card driving licence. 

If its paper DL, first there will be process for backlog entry of DL data on Parivahan portal. This process takes approx. 1 month time. So the total process for backlog entry and duplicate DL will take approx. 60 days time.

9. Where should I apply for a duplicate driving license in Ghaziabad?

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You have to apply for duplicate driving license at the RTO office in Ghaziabad that has issued your original driving license.

10. I have lost my driving licence. My driving licence was issued from Ghaziabad RTO. It was a paper licence. Data of my driving licence is not available on Parivahan portal. How can I apply for duplicate DL in Ghaziabad ?

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The driving licence data of old paper licence is not available on parivahan portal. First you will have to apply to Ghaziabad RTO for online entry of your DL data on parivahan portal. This process of online entry of old data on parivahan portal is called backlog entry. Once data is available online, you can apply for duplicate driving licence in Ghaziabad online.

11. I have lost my driving licence which is expiring next month. Can I apply for duplicate driving licence along with renewal of driving licence. If yes, what will be the validity of driving licence after renewal ?

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Yes, you can apply for driving licence renewal and duplicate driving licence together. The validity of the driving licence will be extended as per the rule of motor vehicle act depending on your age.

12. Under what circumstances will a duplicate driving licence be issued?

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Generally, a duplicate driving licence will be issued under the following circumstances.

  • If the photograph affixed to the driving licence requires a replacement
  • If the driving Licence is destroyed or stolen 
  • If the driving Licence is torn completely or is defaced

13. Can I still drive a vehicle while my application for a duplicate driving licence is still pending?

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Yes, you can drive while your duplicate driving licence application is still pending. However, you need to carry the application receipt with you while you're driving.

14. My original DL was issued from Kolkata. Can I apply for a duplicate in Ghaziabad RTO?

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Yes, you can apply for duplicate DL in Ghaziabad, even if your original DL was issued from Kolkata RTO. The only condition to apply for duplicate driving licence in Ghaziabad is , your DL data should be available on Parivahan portal.

15. Is a Police FIR mandatory for a lost Driving License?

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Yes, Police FIR is mandatory document to apply for duplicate driving licence. Along with other documents you need to submit FIR copy to the RTO for duplicate DL process.