Driving Licence - Pune

Operating a vehicle on the roads of Pune without a driving licence is a criminal offence, punishable by fines or even imprisonment. A Pune driving licence can be obtained either online or by visiting the nearest RTO. Before applying, it is prudent to check online the eligibility criteria for a driving licence in Pune and the documents required.

The age limits to operate gearless (50cc) bikes, light motor vehicles, and heavy or commercial motor vehicles are; 16, 18, and 20, respectively. Furthermore, you must be aware of traffic rules and regulations, as you will be tested on them. The first step is applying for a learner's licence, after which you can seek a permanent one. 

• Before you apply for a learning licence in Pune, you must be aware of the eligibility conditions. The various conditions include:

• To get a licence for riding gearless two-wheelers of up to 50 CC, you must be at least 16 years old.

• To drive two-wheelers with gears of a higher Cubic Capacity (CC), along with Light Motor Vehicles (LMVs), such as cars and jeeps, you should be at least 18 years old.

• To get a licence for driving a commercial vehicle, you should be at least 20 years old.

• You should be aware of traffic rules.

• You can apply for a permanent driving licence in Pune only after 30 days of receiving a learning licence in Pune. But you must make an application within 180 days.

To apply for an online driving licence in Pune, you need to follow the steps given below:

• Visit the official website of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. You can refer to the link: https://parivahan.gov.in/parivahan/

• Select ‘Online Services’ and then click on ‘Driving licence-Related Services.’ Then select the option to apply for a driving licence.

• Now choose your state.

• At the next stage of the online DL application for Pune, you need to fill in the application form.

• Now select the category of your driving licence.

• You now need to upload the requisite documents.

• Now click on ‘Appointments’ to book a slot for your driving licence test.

• You now need to pay the stipulated fees by clicking on ‘Fee Payment.’

• Upon successful payment, you will receive a confirmation that your slot for the test has been booked. You will get the option to download a copy of the receipt and acknowledgement, which you need to carry on the day of the scheduled test.

• Once you successfully clear the test, you will receive your driving licence through the post.

To apply for a driving licence in Pune offline, you need to follow the steps given below:

1. Visit your local RTO office and request a driving licence application form. Alternatively, you can download the form from the Maharashtra transport department’s official website: https://transport.maharashtra.gov.in/1035/Home

2. Fill in the form and submit it along with the list of stipulated documents.

3. Now you need to pay the requisite fees.

4. You can collect your driving licence in Pune within the stipulated time period.

Now you must know the documents required for getting a driving licence in Pune.

To apply for a driving licence in Pune, you need to submit the documents mentioned below:

1. Form 4: This is the application form for a driving licence.

2. Age proof: You can submit documents, like school leaving certificates, birth certificates etc.

3. Address proof: You can submit documents, such as passport, LIC policy, ration card, voter’s id etc.

4. Identity proof: You can submit documents, like Aaadhar, voter’s id and so on.

5. Other documents: You need to submit three recent passport-size photos along with a physical fitness certificate. If you are applying for a permanent driving licence, you need to submit a copy of your learner’s licence.

You can check the status of your driving licence in Pune on the transport department’s official website or on the Parivahan website of the union government. Here’s a look at both methods:

1. Check status on state government’s website:

Here, you are required to follow the steps given below:

• Visit the transport department’s website.

• Select the option of ‘DL and LL registration.’

• Provide your application number.

• You can now see the status of your DL application.

2. Check status on union government’s website:

Here, you need to:

• Visit the Parivahan website.

• Select ‘Online Services’ and then ‘Driving licence-Related Services.’

• Select the option to view the status of your application.

• Choose your state.

• Provide your date of birth and application number.

• You can now see the status of your DL application.

To apply for an international driving licence in Pune, you need to have a permanent driving licence. To make an online application, you need to follow the steps given below:

• Visit the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways’ Pariwahan Sewa website.

• Select ‘Driving licence-Related Services.’

• Click on ‘Apply for International Driving Permit.’

• Select the state of your residence.

• Provide your DL number and date of birth.

• Fill the online form and upload the documents.

• Pay the requisite fee and download the acknowledgement and receipt.

• Submit the downloaded documents at the local RTO.

• After verification, an international driving licence will be issued.

Here’s a list of the documents that you need to upload for getting an international driving licence in Pune:

• A copy of your permanent driving licence.

• Your passport and visa.

• Five recent passport-size photographs.

• Address proof.

• Form 1-A (medical certificate).

If your existing driving licence is stolen, lost or damaged, you can make an online application on the Parivahan website. Here, you need to:

• Select ‘Driving licence-Related services.’

• Select the option for ‘Apply for Duplicate Driving licence.’

• Choose the state of your residence.

• Provide details, including your DL number and date of birth.

• Upload the documents.

• Pay the requisite fees.

• Download the receipt and acknowledgement and submit it to the local RTO.

• Post-verification, you will be issued a duplicate driving licence in Pune.

Here’s a look at the documents required to apply for a duplicate driving licence:

• A copy of FIR, if your DL is stolen or lost.

• Address proof.

• Proof of age.

• LLD Form.

• Copy of licence or DL number.

Now that you know the application and documentation process for a driving licence in Pune, make sure that you follow the traffic rules and drive/ride only with a valid DL. Remember, driving a vehicle without DL can result in a traffic fine of Rs. 5,000 as per the Motor Vehicles Act.