Facts about your driving licence status

• Please know that it generally takes about a month for the driving licence to be delivered to you from the time you have applied for it. So, being patient is the key here.
• Having said that, the Government of India and all RTOs are constantly coming up with ways to expertise the process and are allow you to check for your DL status online on their portal.
• Before applying for a driving licence, you should have a Learner’s Licence (LL). Without LL, you will not be allowed to apply for a DL irrespective of how well you drive or how old you are.
• Driving licence issued in India, like any other international DL. comes with an expiry date. On or before the expiry date, you should renew your DL. You will have to follow the DL renewal process to get an updated DL.
• If your DL is torn, damaged, or lost, you can go ahead and apply for a duplicate DL. You will be able to apply for a duplicate DL online.
• The International Driving Licence issued in India is accepted almost in all the countries in the world. So, if you are planning for an international trip, apply for it a month in advance.

"Generally, it takes approximately 3 weeks for the Driving License to be delivered home. Make sure that even if you are not home, there is someone authoritative with an ID proof, who can accept it on your behalf, with sufficient documentation proof."

Frequently asked questions about driving licence status

Is there list of vehicle I can check the DL status for or can I check for all types of vehicles?

You need a DL to drive any time of vehicle in India. Therefore, you will be able to check the DL status for all motor vehicles that requires a DL to be operated. The different vehicles that demand DL are:

• Non-geared two-wheeler vehicles
• Two-wheelers in geared class
• Four-wheelers (Both automatic and geared)
• All commercial vehicles
• All transport vehicles

What are the information I should keep ready before checking my DL status online?

Please keep you application number ready before checking your DL status online. You will be issued an application number when you apply for a DL. This can be also called as "Reference Number" or "Token Number". Apart from that you will be asked to enter basic details like your full name, date of birth, and the state where DL was issued.

When is the right time for me to check for my DL status online?

Whether you have applied for a new DL or submitted your DL renewal request, it is advisable to give it at least 2 weeks for the backend process. Generally, in the third week, your DL will be sent by post to you.

Is there any fees to check the DL status?

No. There are no fees to access the website or check your DL status.

How do I save the DL status that I see on the screen?

You will be allowed to be printed and save the details you see on the screen.