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Duplicate Driving Licence

Driving vehicles without a driving licence is punishable by law as per the Motor Vehicles Act of 1988. However, if you are a license holder and lose your license, you must get a duplicate driving license. You must visit your regional transport office and submit all the necessary documents. Before applying for a duplicate copy of your stolen or lost driving licence, you must ensure that you are eligible for the same and have all the required documents. While you always need a driving licence, it is also necessary to safeguard the vehicle from losses due to unforeseen events. Therefore, it is advisable to buy a car insurance or two wheeler insurance policy.

Who Can Apply for a Duplicate Driving Licence?

Applying for a duplicate driving license these days is quite an easy process. You can easily apply for a duplicate driving license online. This process can help you save a lot of time. It is quick, easy, and convenient. Follow these steps -
• You must have a valid driving license issued to your name
• The license must be either destroyed or lost.
• You must have the same photo as you on your license.

Documents Required for Duplicate Driving Licence

You must have these documents while applying for a duplicate license. Here is your checklist-

If your driving license is stolen, you need to file an FIR. Carry its copy while issuing a duplicate one. .
You must carry a clearance challan if you have a commercial license. The traffic police issue this..
Carry a copy of address proof, such as an electricity bill, gas bill, or passport.
This way, that person will tell you about the status of your driving licence.
A document to verify your age, such as a passport copy, is necessary.
A copy of the original driving license
In case the license is stolen, its number is necessary.

Note- These documents must be a copy, which is self-attested by the license holder and notarized

Online Procedure to Apply for a Duplicate Driving Licence

Applying for a duplicate driving license these days is quite an easy process. You can easily apply for a duplicate driving license online. This process can help you save a lot of time. It is quick, easy, and convenient. Follow these steps -
1. First, go to parivahan.gov.in.
2. Select "Services linked to driving licenses."
3. Decide which state you call home.
4. Select the "Verify status" option on the newly loaded new page.
5. Add your birthdate and application number.
6. Fill in the proper captcha code in step six.
7. Your driving license's current status will be shown.
It is this simple to apply for a duplicate driving license online. Once done, you can also check the duplicate driving license application status.

Offline Procedure to get a Duplicate Driving Licence

Collect all the documents and the necessary form if you are not tech-savvy or wish to undergo an offline procedure. Here is how to get a duplicate driving license offline-

• Visit the RTO designated in your area. You must visit the RTO where the original permit was issue
• Check whether all the documents and forms are in order and attested. Submit the application.
• The duplicate driving license fees are Rs. 200.

Application Form for Duplicate Driving Licence
While applying for a duplicate driving license, you need to fill in a form. This is known as form 1. While using online, you need to fill in the details automatically. However, for offline form submission, you need to download and take a printout of the form for submission. It is now easy to apply for a duplicate driving license.

What is the Cost of a Duplicate Driving Licence?

The cost of applying for a duplicate driving license is Rs. 200 only.

Check RC Status with Vehicle Number

Follow the steps listed below to check RC status with vehicle number:

• Go to the official site parivahan.gov.in.
• On the site, click on the "Online Services" option.
• Now, select "Know Your Vehicle Details" from the drop-dead menu.
• After all is done, enter your vehicle number and fill in the Captcha verification.
• Now, press "Search Vehicle."
• The details related to your RC are given on the next page.

Facts About Your Driving Licence Status

Here are some facts associated with your driving licence status:
• Every driving licence has an expiry date. You need to renew your driving licence before the expiry date.
• A permanent driving licence's renewal is often done after twenty years from the date the dl was issued. Renewal of a driving licence can also be done after the licence holder reaches the age of fifty.
• In case your driving licence hasn't reached your address, you can find the status of your dl on the official portal.
• Filling in the correct details while checking your dl status is mandatory. Always double-check the information before submitting.
• For future reference, saving up the status check of your driving licence application status is good.
• The Indian international driving licence is recognized as valid worldwide for one year. Within this period, the dl holder must apply for that specific country's permanent licence.
• You can check the status of a duplicate driving licence status online.
• To apply for a dl, you must have a learner's licence. No matter the age or driving skills, a permanent driving licence is not issued to candidates who don't have a LL or Learner's Licence.

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Frequently Asked Questions on Duplicate Driving Licence

1. What is the validity of my duplicate driving license?

The validity of a duplicate driving license remains the same as your original one.
• It is valid for driving pan India.
• It is either permitted till twenty years or up to fifty years of age, whichever was earlier.
• In the case of commercial and transport vehicles, the validity is capped at three years.

2. I got my driving license in Hyderabad, which was stolen recently. Can I apply for a duplicate driving license at the Bangalore RTO?

While applying for a duplicate driving license, you must visit the RTO, where the original permit was issued. Similarly, apply for a duplicate license in Delhi if you initially issued your request in Delhi.

3. Under what circumstances will a duplicate driving license be issued?

A duplicate will be issued only if the original driving license is stolen, lost, or damaged. A registered FIR is necessary for a stolen license.

4. Will I be required to undergo a driving test again if I apply for a duplicate driving Licence?

There is no requirement for a driving test while issuing a duplicate license. It is given based on the original test only.

5. I have lost my Learner's Licence. Can I apply for a duplicate driving license?

If the learner's license is lost, it can also be directly applied to the RTO. The applicant shall receive a duplicate learner's license, not a duplicate driving license.

6. What is the fee for getting a duplicate driving license?

The duplicate driving license fee is Rs. 200 only.

7. Can I get a soft copy of my duplicate driving license?

Yes, once the license is approved, you can download a soft copy from the Digi locker application and update the same.

8. In how many days will I get my duplicate driving license?

You shall receive your duplicate driving license within thirty days of application.

9. In which RTO should I apply for a duplicate driving license?

You can only apply for a duplicate license in the RTO where you applied for your original license.

10. What are the documents required for getting a duplicate driving license??

Here is a list of documents needed while applying for a duplicate driving license-
• Carry FIR in case of a stolen license copy while issuing a duplicate one.
• You must carry a clearance challan if you have a commercial license.
• Carry a copy of the address proof.
• A document to verify your age.
• A copy of the original driving license.
• In case the license is stolen, its number is necessary.