The Ultimate Guide to Checking Your Driving Licence Status Online in Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh, known for its cultural richness and scenic driving destinations, is an Indian state on the south-eastern coast. It boasts a multitude of spiritual sites, lively cultural festivals, and serene driving destinations, such as the Venkateswara Temple in Tirupati, or Undavalli caves, and Amaralingeswara temple in Amaravathi. A road trip to Hyderabad, known as the ‘City of Pearls’, takes you through historical landmarks, such as the Charminar, and Golconda Fort.

Andhra Pradesh is also home to many automotive manufacturing facilities in India. Kia India Private Limited, a subsidiary of Kia Motors, founded in 2017, announced the construction of a 536 acre facility in Anantapuram District, Andhra Pradesh. In January of 2019, the plant started its trial production, and by the end of July, the mass production of its first product, the Kia Seltos, was commenced. 

However, to experience the scenic beauty and serene drives offered by Andhra Pradesh, it is essential to follow the state law, and obtain a driving licence. If you have already applied for a learner’s or permanent driving licence in Andhra Pradesh, and want to know how to check your application status, we will list out the easiest ways to do so. This guide can also be used to check the status of renewed driving licence in Andhra Pradesh.

When to check your Driving licence status in Andhra Pradesh?

The RTO usually takes around 30 days to deliver the driving licence to your registered address. This involves an application processing time of around two to three weeks, followed by the dispatch of the driving licence, which may take a week to reach you.  It is best to wait at least the initial 2 weeks after completing your driving test, to check your driving licence application status. In case there is no visible status on the parivahan website even after 30 days, it is best to reach out to the RTO through a physical visit for more information. In some rare cases, due to logistics delays, or corrections or alterations required in your application, the time taken to receive your licence may increase. 

Steps to check driving licence online in Andhra Pradesh

You can check your driving licence status online in Andhra Pradesh via two portals, namely the Parivahan portal and Government of Andhra Pradesh Transport Department website. When applying for a driving licence in Andhra Pradesh, whether it is a learner’s licence or permanent licence, you will receive an application number. It is important to keep this number handy, along with other documents that you used to apply for your licence, in order to check the application status online. 

Steps to check your driving licence (DL) status in Andhra Pradesh Online via State Transport official website

To check your DL application status via the official government website, follow these steps:

1. Visit the official Andhra Pradesh transport department website on a web browser.
2. On the top menu, click on the ‘Services’ tab, and select ‘Driving Licence’ from the options.
3. Select the ‘With Application Number’ radio button. From the ‘Service Type’ drop down, select ‘Learner’s Licence’ or ‘Driving Licence’, whichever suits your requirement. Enter your application number and date of birth, and click on search. Your application status will be displayed on your screen.
4. Alternatively, to check application status without your application number, select the ‘Without Application Number’ radio button. From the ‘Service Type’ drop down, select ‘Learner’s Licence’ or ‘Driving Licence’, whichever suits your requirement. In the ‘Search By’ drop down menu, either select ‘Aadhar Number’ or ‘Issued Office’. Enter your date of birth and mobile number, and click on search. 
5. Your application status will be displayed on your screen.

Check your driving licence (DL) status in Andhra Pradesh online via the Sarathi website

To check your driving licence status online in Andhra Pradesh via the sarathi website, you can follow the steps listed below.

1. Visit the Parivahan website on your phone or laptop via a web browser.

   

2. From the ‘Online Services’ drop down list, select ‘Driving Licence Related Services’. You will now be redirected to the sarathi portal.

   

3. From the ‘Select State Name’ drop down menu, select ‘Andhra Pradesh’ as the state.

   

4. On the new screen that opens, click on the ‘Application Status’ button on the top menu.

   

5. Enter your application number, date of birth, and captcha code, and proceed to click on submit.

   

6. Your application status will be displayed on your screen.

What to keep in mind while checking driving licence (DL) status in Andhra Pradesh online

When checking your DL application status in Andhra Pradesh online, be sure to keep necessary identification documents handy. When you apply for a driving licence, you are given an application number. It is important to keep this application number handy and safe in order to use it in the future to check DL application status. You can use this application number either on the parivahan portal, or the Andhra Pradesh Government Transport website to check your application status. 

Facts about driving licence (DL) status in Andhra Pradesh

• The Motor Vehicle Act 1988 mandates a valid driving licence in order to drive any motor vehicle on public roads. 
• There are two stages to get a Permanent Driving Licence.

1. Stage I : Obtaining a Learner's Licence
2. Stage II : Obtaining a Permanent Licence

• In order to acquire a learner’s licence in Andhra Pradesh, the applicant must be at least 16 years of age to drive a motorcycle up to 50cc. Form 2 needs to be duly filled out in order to acquire this kind of licecne. For motorcycles and other LMVs above 50cc, the minimum age requirement is 18 years.
• The validity of a permanent driving licence in Andhra Pradesh, in case of non-transport vehicles, is 20 years from the date of issue, or until the licence holder attains the age of 50 years.  Post this, the licence is valid for 5 years and needs to be renewed before it expires.
• In order to acquire a transport/commercial vehicle licence, the applicant must be  20 years old, and must have at least one year of experience in operating LMVs.
• Fees for Learner’s Licence in Andhra Pradesh is as follows:

FAQ

Q. How long does it take to get a driving licence in Andhra Pradesh?

It takes about 30 days for the RTO to process your DL application and dispatch your driving licence to your registered address. This involves a period of approximately two to three weeks for the application to be processed and your driving licence to be generated, followed by a week’s time to deliver it to your address. In some rare cases, such as national holidays or errors with your application process, it may get delayed and take slightly longer. In such cases, it might be a good idea to check with the RTO about the status of your application.

Q.  How long does it take for a driving licence to be processed in Andhra Pradesh?

Once the RTO has received your application and you have appeared for your driving test, it may take the RTO two to three weeks to process your application. 

Q. Can I check the status of my driving licence using a mobile phone in Andhra Pradesh?

Yes, it is possible to check the status of your driving licence using a cellphone. In order to do so, just open up a web browser on your phone, and head on over to the Andhra Pradesh Government Transport website, or the Parivahan portal. Enter your application details, and the status of your application will be visible on your mobile device’s screen.

Q. Is there a fee to check the driving licence status online in Andhra Pradesh?

While applying for any sort of driving licence, like learner’s or permanent licence, there are fees involved. However, there is no charge to check the status of your driving licence, whether it is online or offline. 

Q. How can I contact the Andhra Pradesh Transport Department for help?

In order to contact the Andhra Pradesh Transport Department, you can visit their website to seek district wise contact details, or write to the commissioner at tc@aptransport.org or atc@aptransport.org. Their website also lists the phone numbers of several personnel by department, making it easy to contact the right person.

Q. Is it mandatory to check my driving licence status online, or can I visit the RTO directly in Andhra Pradesh?

You can check the status of your DL application in Andhra Pradesh online, through the parivahan portal or the Andhra Pradesh Government Transport website, or by visiting the RTO in person. However, checking the status online is much simpler and requires much less effort as compared to a visit to the RTO.