How To Apply for a Learners License ?

Like swimming and riding a bicycle, learning how to drive a motor vehicle has also become a life skill these days. The Motor Vehicle Act of 1988 affirms that a citizen cannot operate a vehicle on public roads without owning a valid driving licence. But what happens to people who are learning how to ride a vehicle? Beginners should hold a valid Learner's Licence in India to train themselves in driving motor vehicles on the roads given that they are supervised by a permanent driving licence holder. Read on to discover more about how you can apply online for a Learner's License in India and other know hows linked with Learner's License.

Overview of Learner's License in India

To be able to drive a vehicle on Indian roads lawfully, you must possess a valid Driving Licence. The initial step for acquiring a Driving Licence in India is obtaining a Learner's License first. A Learner's License is a document dispensed by the respective state Regional Transport Office (RTO) and Regional Transport Authority (RTA) and it serves as a temporary License for people who wish to drive in the future. One should be familiar with road sense and rules to get a Learner's License. In India, Learner's License is dispensed to the candidate after he/she passes a written or online test that tests his/her knowledge on road rules. After obtaining the Learner's License, you will be permitted to practice driving on public roads provided that you are accompanied by a permanent driving licence holder. You must acquire a Learner's License for the appropriate class of vehicle before you obtain a permanent driving licence.

Each state in India has its RTO or RTA office in all the main cities from where you can procure your Learner's License. Moreover, many state RTOs now have their online portal through which you can apply for a Learner's License without any hassles and from the comfort of your home. With all the application forms for Learner's License promptly available online and websites offering mock Learner's License tests, getting a Learner's license in India has become a cake walk.

Types of Learner's License in India

Driving License and Learner's License are granted based on the class of motor vehicle. Based on the class of the vehicle, the eligibility criteria also may vary. Here are some of the most popular classes of vehicles.

Category of Use	License Class	Vehicle Type
Personal use	MC 50CC (Motorcycle 50 cc)	Motorcycles with engine capacity of 50cc or less than 50cc
	FVG	Motorcycles of any engine capacity but with no gears like scooters and mopeds
	LMV - NT	Light Motor Vehicle used for non-transport purposes
	MCWG or M / CYCL.WG	All types of Motorcycles including Motorcycle with gear
	MCWG or M / CYCL.WG	All types of Motorcycles including Motorcycle with gear
Commercial Use	HGMV	Heavy Goods Motor Vehicle
	LMV - TR	Light Motor Vehicle used for commercial purposes
	HPMV	All India driving permit for trucks and cars or open license/Heavy Passenger Motor Vehicle
	LMV - NT	Light Motor Vehicle for non-transport purposes
	MGV	Medium Goods Vehicle

 

Eligibility for Learner's License in India

Depending on the class of vehicle and the type of learner's license that the applicant seeks, the eligibility criteria for Learning License varies. The eligibility provisions for different types of Learner's License granted in India are mentioned below.

 

Type of Learner's License	Eligibility Criteria
Motorcycles with gear	Candidate should be at least 18 years old
Motorcycles without gear with up to 50 cc capacity	Candidate should be at least 16 years old. If the applicant is under 18 years old then they must acquire a consent form from their parents/guardians
General Requirement for obtaining a Learner's License	The Learner's License applicant must be acquainted with traffic rules & regulations. The applicant must have a valid address proof and age proof document.
Commercial Heavy Vehicles and Transport Vehicles	The applicant should have finished 8th standard of schooling. In some states, the minimum age is 18 years and in others, it is 20 years.

Learner's License Form

People who are looking at acquiring a driving license in India are expected to fulfill certain conditions. One of the critical conditions is submitting a learner's license Form.

The application form for a learner's license is split into two sections and these two sections can be filled out, as follows:

• Personal details like address, date of birth, name, place of birth.

• Educational Qualification

• Type of citizenship held by the applicant

• Blood group of the applicant

• Former driving licenses that are held with details (if any)

• Driving school certificate

• If it is applicable to the applicant, they must show their exemption from the medical test

• A declaration that the particulars entered in the previous section is true, along with the signature of the parent/guardian if the applicant is less than 18 years old.

Charges for Applying for Learning License

The fee that is to be paid while applying for a learner's license is 30 rupees for any class of vehicle. The applicants will be required to make the payment during the time of submitting the documents and application form for Learning License Driving Licence.

The revised fee for obtaining a learner's license is 150 rupees

Documents Required for Learner's License:

To make sure that there's no lag in the application process, the documents that are required to be submitted must be valid. The list of documents required for acquiring a Learner's license are:

Age Proof

• PAN Card

• Passport

• Birth Certificate

• 10th Class mark sheet

• Transfer certificate from any school (date of birth must be printed on the certificate

Address Proof (any one of the below-given documents)

• Passport

• House agreement

• Aadhar Card

• Electricity Bill

• LIC Bond

• Voter ID card

• Ration Card

• Current Address Proof

• Rental Agreement and Electricity Bill

• Rent Agreement and LPG Bill

Application Fees for Learner's License

If you are staying in other cities, you can present the rental agreement with a copy of the latest utility bill (like electricity bill or gas bill) as present address proof.

• Six passport-sized photographs

• Form 1A and Form 1 which has to be signed by a government doctor and serves as a medical certificate

• Duly filled application form(You can either download the form or procure it from the nearest RTO.

How Can I Apply for a Learning License Online in India?

Some of state RTO websites in India enable you to file online applications for Learner's License in India. Although the steps for registering a Learner's License application alters from site to site, the standard procedure is mentioned below to get an idea of how you can file a Learner's License application online:

• You can search on the internet to find out whether your state has its transport website for the RTO website. You should check if the site has the online Learner's License application facility.

• Whether the state transport department allows the facility to file a Learner's License application online, study the instructions thoroughly. Usually, you will be required to fill up details like father's name, district, postal code, Aadhaar card number, and locality. Additionally, you will be needed to upload records like age proof and address proof online before you submit the form.

• Additionally, for Learner's License applications, some state RTOs have the feature where you can choose the Learner's License test slot. You will also be able to make the payment towards the Learner's License application and take the test online you will be receiving the intimation through the mail which you will be required to be physically present at the test venue.

• You can download the application from some of the websites and then present it in the RTO before they take the test.

• You must also submit additional documents in original at the RTO before you take the test.

• Be present at the RTO or the Learner's License test facility to take the Learner's License test according to the slot that you have selected.

How Can You Apply for a Learner's License in RTO or Offline in India?

If you are not accustomed to the method of filing an online application for Learner's License or if your state Transport Department doesn't offer the online facility for the Learner's License application, you can quickly apply for a Learner's License right at the RTO office. Learn the steps given below to know how to apply for a Learner's License at the RTO.

• You will be required to procure either Form 2 that is for the application of Learner's License with passport photographs or Form 3 that is meant for Learner's License application along with photographs. These forms can easily be downloaded online or they can be procured directly from the RTO office.

• Fill out the application form fully and attach photographs wherever it is necessary. Attach documents pertaining to proof of age and address. Visit the RTO for your area and submit the application form in the office. On the same day, you will be required to schedule a Learner's License test by choosing a slot of your preference.

• You should be present at the Learner's License test facility on the date and time that you had selected earlier. After passing the test, the Learner's License will be sent to your registered address.

• If you're someone who's taking Driving lessons from a driving school, then they could assist you in getting a Learner's License.

Method of Testing for Learner's License in India

Applicants for Learner's License would be required to take an online or a written test which can be used to check the applicant's knowledge on road safety and safety signals. You will be required to pass the test successfully to acquire your Learner's License. Here are a few essential points concerning the Learner's License test.

• You must be present at the test venue well before the time slot that you had selected.

• You must inquire at the RTO about the Learner's License test. (the RTO will hand over a printed notice that contains the information linked with road signals and major traffic rules.

• If you had applied for the Learner's License online, then you will be required to submit the slip in the designated counter in the RTO.

• You can take the test online or you can visit the test center to give the test. Learner's License test generally contains objective questions.

• If you have failed the Learner’s License test, you will be allowed to retake the test within a week.

Why Do We Need a Learner's License in India?

Here are some reasons why you need Learner's License in India:

• Learner's License allows you to learn driving legally along with an experienced instructor or driver on the Indian roads.

• You can polish your driving skills by learning how to drive with an experienced driver (who owns a permanent driving licence) if you own a Learner's License.

• Getting Learner's License is the precursor to acquiring a Driving Licence. It is simpler to apply for a driving licence if you already hold a driving licence.

• Practicing on roads and holding a Learner's License could help you in getting familiarized with the road rules and traffic signals.

Application for Learner’s License

For someone who has already applied for a Learner's License, they need to follow the procedure described below:

• Enter your 'Expired Learner's License Number.'

• Enter your 'Date of Birth.'

• Click on 'Submit.’

FAQs on Learner's License

Is Learner's License valid across the entire country?

Yes, a Learner's License is valid across the country for six months since the date of issue.

Do I need to follow any rules while driving when I'm holding a Learner's License?

Yes, Firstly, a trained and permanent license holder must guide as well as accompany you at all times. Secondly, you must paste 'L' sign in the rear and front of your vehicle.

What is the validity of a Learner's License that has been issued in India?

In India, the validity of a Learner's License is six months. After the Learner's License has expired, you should either renew your Learner's License or apply for a new Learner's License.

Will I be required to drive a vehicle to get my Learner's License?

No, you will be just required to give a written or online test that will test your acquaintance with traffic rules and guidelines.

I wish to apply for a Learner's License for a car and a non-gear vehicle. Do I need to apply for them independently?

No, you can apply for a Learner's License for a car and non-gear vehicle concurrently. Additionally, you can take a single test for acquiring the license for both the vehicles. But, you will have to pay the application fee for both the car and the non-gear vehicle.