Duplicate Driving Licence Hyderabad

Last updated: November 3, 2026

If your original driving license (DL) is lost, stolen, torn, or damaged, you can apply for a duplicate driving license in Telangana through a hybrid online-offline workflow. In accordance with the official re-designation of Telangana state vehicle registration codes from TS to TG, all RTO services across Hyderabad now process applications under updated TG jurisdiction codes.

Driving without driving licence is an offence and if caught by traffic police, Challan may be imposed. You should get duplicate DL as early as possible if you don't have a license due to any of the following reasons.

Reasons for getting a duplicate driving license in Hyderabad

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

Do I need to visit RTO for Duplicate Driving licence Hyderabad

The duplicate driving license process is not completely online in Hyderabad. You have to visit RTO Hyderabad to submit documents after online form submission.

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 first.

Apply for Duplicate Driving Licence in Hyderabad

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

Report loss of DL at local police station
Online application form submission
Payment of requisite RTO fees
Visit of the applicant to the concerned RTO in Hyderabad
Processing of application for duplicate DL in Hyderabad RTO office
Dispatch of duplicate driving License by post

Service for duplicate DL in Hyderabad is available in the following RTOs :

TG07 - Manikonda
TG08 - Medchal
TG09 - Khairatabad
TG10 - Secunderabad
TG11 - Malakpet
TG12 - Chandrayangutta
TG13 - Tolichowki

Over View

Duplicate Driving License - Overview

As per The Motor Vehicles Act , driving license is mandatory for all individuals who are driving vehicle. If you have misplaced or lost driving licence, in such scenario, you can apply for duplicate driving license in Hyderabad RTO. 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 Hyderabad

The validity of duplicate licence will be same as your previous licence. Driving test is not required if your lost or damaged driver's licence has not expired.

Processing time for getting Duplicate DL

Normally it takes 15 days in getting duplicate driving license in Hyderabad. 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 Hyderabad, you can have four scenarios :

Same address : If your old driving licence address is same as current address, apply for duplicate DL at the RTO from where DL was issued.
Within city : If there is address change within Hyderabad city only, you can apply at the same RTO in Hyderabad 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 Hyderabad, then apply at the Hyderabad RTO with your existing driving license details and change your address to the new address of Hyderabad

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 Hyderabad 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 search your licence particulars from the record. If you can not provide the particulars it is advisable to go for fresh licence instead of duplicate licence.

Process

Apply for Duplicate Driving License with Itzeazy

Free Consultation: Contact an Itzeazy expert to verify your DL record status on the Parivahan database and identify your target TG RTO jurisdiction.
e-Lost & Document Assistance: Our team assists you in generating the correct e-Lost Police Report and pre-verifies your Form LLD and supporting papers to ensure 100% compliance.
Doorstep Document Pickup: An Itzeazy representative visits your home or office in Hyderabad to collect signed forms and required document physical copies.
RTO Filing & Slot Coordination: Itzeazy manages online filing, fee payments, and slot booking. Our local executive assists you at the TG RTO counter during your brief 20-minute biometric visit.
Tracking & Secure Delivery: Monitor application status in real-time via the Itzeazy Mobile App until your duplicate PVC Smart Card DL is delivered safely to your doorstep.

Document Required

Documents Required for Duplicate Driving License Hyderabad

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 cum physical fitness form no. 1
Challan clearance report from Traffic Police (if Challan is dues)

Forms

Duplicate Driving License - Forms

Form LLD

FAQ's

Duplicate Driving License - FAQ

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

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

2. How much does a duplicate driving license cost in Hyderabad RTO?

The official government statutory fee for a duplicate driving license in Telangana is Rs.400, which includes:

Rs.200 for the Duplicate DL application processing fee (Form LLD).
Rs.200 for the PVC Smart Card issuance and courier dispatch charge.

3. How can I get duplicate Driving Licence in Hyderabad?

Duplicate driving license process in Hyderabad is partially online. Application can be filled online, fees can be paid online. However to complete the process, applicant has to visit RTO Hyderabad office once.

After completion of the process at RTO, duplicate driving licence in Hyderabad is dispatched to the applicant's address by post.

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

Yes, its possible to get soft copy of driving licence through Parivahan portal. You need to apply for driving licence extract to get soft copy of driving licence . You can also download it through digilocker app.

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

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

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

No. A re-test is not required for issuing a duplicate driving license, provided your original license was still within its validity period when lost or damaged. You only need to undergo a driving track test if your license has expired for more than 1 year prior to applying.

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

If you have lost driving licence in Hyderabad, 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 much time does it take to get a duplicate driving license in Hyderabad?

The process of duplicate DL takes approx. 30 days in Hyderabad 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 Hyderabad?

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

10. I have lost my driving licence. My driving licence was issued from Hyderabad 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 Hyderabad ?

The driving licence data of old paper licence is not available on parivahan portal. First you will have to apply to Hyderabad 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 Hyderabad 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 ?

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?

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?

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 in another state (e.g., Delhi/Karnataka). Can I get a duplicate issued at a Hyderabad TG RTO?

Yes, provided your DL record exists on the central Parivahan portal. If your existing DL is active in the Parivahan database, you can apply at a Hyderabad TG RTO by selecting Change of Address along with Duplicate DL. If your records are not digitized in the home state, you must first obtain a DL Extract / Backlog entry from your original issuing RTO.

15. Is a police FIR or e-Lost Report mandatory to get a duplicate driving license in Hyderabad?

Yes. If your driving license is lost or stolen, a police report is mandatory. You do not need to visit a police station physically—you can log on to the Telangana Police Portal or use the Hyderabad Police HawkEye / e-Lost app to report a missing document. The portal generates an instant digital e-Lost Report (NCR), which must be attached along with your application Form LLD.

16. Is the duplicate licence a smart card or a paper printout?

In Hyderabad, all new and duplicate licences are now issued as PVC Smart Cards with an embedded chip.

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