Driving Licence in Maharashtra

In the past decade, the number of vehicles in the state of Maharashtra has crossed 2.9 crores. This makes factors such as adherence to rules and driving licence renewal in Mumbai a very crucial prerequisite. With traffic congestion and busy roads increasing risk of injury for drivers and passengers, having both motor insurance as well as a valid driving licence in Maharashtra is key. 

 

A driver's licence is a mandatory requirement to drive on Indian roads as per the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. There are two types of driving licences in Maharashtra, personal and commercial. Here is everything you should know about getting an offline or online driving licence in Maharashtra.

Before you opt for an offline or online driving licence in Maharashtra, identify the type of vehicle you operate. There are two types of driving licences you can get.

 

• Licence for transport vehicles

• Licence for non-transport vehicles

 

1. Transport Vehicle

Those who drive a commercial vehicle belong to this category. Transport vehicles include light motor vehicles such as jeeps, auto rickshaws, etc.  It also includes medium passenger or goods vehicles such as delivery vans, tempos and minivans used for ferrying passengers or transporting goods. Heavy vehicles such as public transport buses and huge trucks or vans used for commercial transport of goods are also classified under this category.

 

2. Non-transport Vehicle

If you want to drive a private vehicle, you may qualify for a driving licence in Maharashtra as per this category. It includes motor vehicles with gear and without gear, such as mopeds, scooters, and light motor vehicles like cars and SUVs. 

Here’s how you can apply for a driver’s licence in Maharashtra through online and offline modes.

Online Application

 An online driving licence application in Maharashtra is easier and more convenient. Here is how to go about it.

 

• Visit the official Sarathi Parivahan website (https://sarathi.parivahan.gov.in/sarathiservice/stateSelection.do)

• Select ‘Maharashtra’ as your state in the drop-down menu

• Click on the ‘Apply for Driving Licence’ option on the page

 

You will be redirected to a page containing instructions regarding the process of online driving licence application in Maharashtra.

 

• Click on ‘Continue’ and fill in the learner’s licence number and other personal details

• Upload the supporting documents, photos and signature

• Book your driving licence test slot online and pay the driving licence fees applicable in Maharashtra

 

You can also initiate the process of driving licence renewal online in Maharashtra from the Parivahan website. 

Offline Application

Follow the instructions given below to complete the offline application process for a driver’s licence in Maharashtra.

 

• Visit the nearest RTO office and ask for Form 4

• Fill out the application form carefully and submit it

• Attach all essential documents to the application

• Request a slot for a driving test

 

The driver’s licence will be sent to you via post soon after you pass your driving test.

Check out the charges for a learning and permanent driving licence in Maharashtra. You need to pay these fees before getting a licence.

It is essential to verify your eligibility before applying for a driving licence in Maharashtra. Here are a few pointers to help you.

 

• Applicants applying for a two-wheeler driving licence in Maharashtra should be above 16 years of age

• The age limit to apply for a four-wheeler driving licence is 18

• An applicant who wants to drive a transport vehicle for commercial purposes should be above 20 years of age

• All applicants, whether they wish to drive a two-wheeler or four-wheeler for personal or commercial purposes, should have a valid learner’s licence before they apply for a permanent licence

• Remember to apply for your permanent driving licence 30 days after your learner’s licence is issued

• Make sure you complete the online driving licence application within 6 months of receiving your learner’s licence

Whether you are filling out your online or offline DL application in Maharashtra, you must submit the following documents.

 

• Proof of age (Birth certificate, voter ID card, school leaving certificate, Aadhaar card, PAN card or passport)

• Proof of address (Copy of passport, Aadhaar card, life insurance policy, ration card, electricity, telephone bill or pay slips issued by the state or central government)

• Original learner’s licence

• Application Form 4

• Three passport-size photographs

• Certificate issued from a driving school, in case of a commercial driving licence application

• Motor insurance policy and registration certificate in case you take your vehicle for the driving licence test

It is an easy and simple process to check the status of your driving licence in Maharashtra via the online mode. Follow the steps mentioned below. 

 

• Step 1: Visit the official Sarathi Parivahan website of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (https://sarathi.parivahan.gov.in/sarathiservice/stateSelection.do

• Step 2: Select ‘Maharashtra’ as your state from the drop-down menu

• Step 3: Click on ‘Application Status’ present in the top menu bar

• Step 4: Enter your application number and date of birth to know the status of your driving licence application

Here is how you can apply for an international driving permit in Maharashtra:

 

• Visit the RTO in person to get and fill your application form or do so from the Sarathi Parivahan website

• Submit or upload all relevant supporting documents 

• Pay the fee online or offline and submit the receipt to the concerned RTO

 

Once your application details and documents are verified, your international driver’s licence will be mailed to your registered address.

• Step 1: Visit the RTO and submit the application form for duplicate licence and other relevant documentation 

• Step 2: Pay the fees and get the receipt 

• Step 3: Await verification and receive your duplicate licence at your residence 

 

You can also complete the first and second steps online at the official Sarathi Parivahan website. 

Documents Required for Duplicate Driving Licence in Maharashtra

A duplicate driving licence in Maharashtra may be issued when there has been:

 

• Theft

• Damage or mutilation

• Damage to your Smart Card driver’s licence chip

 

Submit the following documents when applying for a duplicate driving licence in Maharashtra:

 

• Copy of FIR (First Information Report)

• Application form for obtaining a duplicate driving licence 

• Passport size photos

• Original or attested copies of your driving licence, if possible

• Proof of age and address

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