Driving Licence Lucknow - Driving Licence Online & Offline Lucknow

• Step 1: Go to www.uptransport.upsdc.gov.in and choose the Driving Licence option
• Step 2: Download the application form and print it
• Step 3: Deposit the form to the RTO
• Step 4: Deposit all the required documents
• Step 5: Obtain a slot from the RTO for the driving test
• Step 6: On passing the test, you will get the DL in 2 to 3 weeks

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Steps to Check Driving Licence Application Status Online

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Steps to check driving licence status online through State Transport Department website:

One can use any of the two available methods to check the status of the driving licence application online in Lucknow. The first of these is to check it out on the state transport department website, while the second one is to check the status on the website of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highway. Following are the steps that one must follow to check the status using the first method-

• Step 1: Go to the website of the Transport Department of Andhra Pradesh
• Step 2: Click on ‘DL and LL registration’ option.
• Step 3: A new page will load, in which, click on ‘Know your application status’.
• Step 4: Enter your application number
• Step 5: Click on the ‘Submit’ button and you will be shown the status of your application.

Steps to check driving licence status online through the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways official website:

In case you want to check the status of your driving licence application using the second method, you should follow the procedure given below-

• Step 1: Visit parivahan.gov.in.
• Step 2: Click on ‘Driving license-related services’.
• Step 3: Select the state you reside in.
• Step 4: Click on ‘Verify status’ option on the new page that loads
• Step 5: Provide your application number and DOB
• Step 6: Fill in the correct captcha code.
• Step 7: You will be shown the status of your driving license.

How to Apply for a Duplicate Driving Licence in Lucknow?

If you ever lose or damage your driving licence, you can approach the RTO to obtain a duplicate driving licence-

Documents required while applying for a duplicate driving license in Lucknow

The RTO needs you to submit the documents listed out below along with the application to obtain a duplicate driving licence in Lucknow-

• Application form LLD
• FIR copy if the DL is stolen
• Challan clearance report issued by traffic police in case of commercial driving license
• Form 1
• Copy of Age Proof and Address Proof
• Copy of Original licence
• License number if the license is stolen

One must ensure that the photocopies of the above documents are attested by either a gazetted officer or a notary

Steps to apply for a Duplicate Driving Licence in Lucknow

After paying the necessary fee, the applicant should follow the steps given below to acquire a duplicate driving licence-

• Step 1: Filled form LLD at the RTO.
• Step 2: A fee of Rs. 200
• Step 3: Receive the duplicate DL on the successful verification

In the unfortunate case when one is no longer aware of his DL no., he is left with no option but to apply for a new driving licence

How to Renew Driving Licence in Lucknow?

Just like everywhere across the country, even In Lucknow, a DL for non-commercial vehicle has a validity of 20 years or until the holder becomes 50 years of age (whichever comes first). Once renewed, the DL is required to be renewed every 5 years. Meanwhile, the driving licence for a commercial vehicle (CV) should be renewed every 3 years.

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Documents required for renewal of driving license in Lucknow

• A photocopy of the expired driving licence
• Form 1A if the driver’s age is more than 40 years
• Form 9
• Self-attested age proof and address proof copies
• 2 passport-size photos of the applicant
• Receipt of payment of application fee

How to apply for a Duplicate Licence in Lucknow?

To get a duplicate licence in Lucknow, one can carry on the process online or offline-

Offline Procedure:

• Step 1: Obtain the required form from RTO
• Step 2: Fill the submitted form and the required documents to the RTO
• Step 3: On successful verification, a renewed license is renewed on the same day.

Online Procedure:

• Step 1: Download the form
• Step 2: Print the form and fill it
• Step 3: Visit the official transport website of Telangana State government
• Step 4: Provide the form to the RTO along with the required documents
• Step 5: A duplicate DL is issued after successful verification.

How to apply for an International Driving Licence in Lucknow?

To acquire an International Driving Permit (IDP), one should visit the RTO office in Lucknow. There is no need to give a test but one must be a holder of a permanent driving licence to get an IDP.

Documents required for getting an International Driving License in Lucknow:

Following is a list of all the documents that should be given to the RTO for getting an international driving permit-

• Attested copy of a residence proof
• Attested copy of the permanent driving license
• Attested copy of the passport
• Attested copy of the visa
• Nationality proof
• Medical Form 1-A
• 5 passport-sized photographs

Steps to apply for a Duplicate Licence in Lucknow

• Step 1:  Go to the official website of the RTO.
• Step 2: Choose the renewal option
• Step 3: Submit a fee of Rs. 200 for the duplicate licence
• Step 4: Give the required documents to the RTO and obtain the duplicate driving licence post successful verification

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Driving Test Procedure in Lucknow

The driving licence test process in Lucknow is defined by the Motor Vehicle Act 1988. A Motor Vehicle Inspector from the concerned RTO acts as an invigilator, while all candidates are required to use their own vehicle in the test. One can always use the motor vehicle of a motor driving school in case he can't arrange the required vehicle from elsewhere.

Test for Two-Wheeler & Three-Wheeler

The applicant for a driving licence of a two or a three-wheeler should ride his or her vehicle within a boundary and ride it in a way so as to make imaginary patterns of 8 without stalling the vehicle. Next, he has to ride the vehicle on a public rod. The invigilator passes or fails the applicant as per his performance.

Test for Four Wheeler

The applicant for a driving licence of a four-wheeler needs to drive his vehicle on a pre-designed test track without coming in contact with any of the columns placed on the boundary. On satisfying the invigilator, the applicant has to drive on a public road, where he is judged based on his performance in real-world conditions.

On failing the DL test for any category of vehicle, the applicant can give a re-test after a gap of 7 days and payment of a small fee to the RTO.

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Tips for Clearing Your Driving Test:

• Make sure you practise well before going ahead with the test
• Stay calm during the test
• Reach to the RTO a tad early
• Drive smoothly
• Switch off the ignition once the vehicle has come to a complete halt
• Make sure you use turn indicators when changing directions

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RTO Offices in Lucknow

In the capital of Uttar Pradesh, there is just 1 RTO office, whose details have been given below -

FAQs

Q: How to check driving license status in Lucknow?

A: The status of the driving licence can be checked online on sarathi.nic.in:8443/nrportal/sarathi/HomePage.jsp or physically at the RTO

Q: What is the validity of commercial license issued in Lucknow?

A: A commercial driving license in Lucknow has a validity of 3 years.

Q: Can I reappear for driving license test in Lucknow if I fail the test on the first attempt

A: On failing in the DL test, you can reappear after a gap of 7 days. .

Q: What is the fee for the addition of new class to the DL in Lucknow?

A: To add of a new class of vehicles to the driving licence, one has to pay a fee of Rs 500 to the Lucknow RTO.

Q: What details do I have to fill in the application form for obtaining a DL in Lucknow?

A: Details like date of birth, parent's name, place of birth, residential address, educational qualification, etc need to be filled in the application form for getting a DL in Lucknow.