Commercial Driving Licence(CDL)

How to Apply Online for Commercial License ?

Applicants now have the convenient option of applying for their driving license online, avoiding the hassle of waiting for a long time in never ending queues. In order to do so, they will have to follow the steps mentioned below-

• Applicants will have to log in to the Sarathi website in India and download the required application form (Form 4).
• They will have to fill in the necessary details and upload the same, along with required documents and passport size photograph(s).
• Additionally, it is compulsory for applicants who wish to procure a Commercial Driving License to provide a medical certificate in Form No. 1A. In case the applicant wishes to drive a HMV, he/she will also have to furnish a ‘Driver Refreshing Training Certificate’.
• The applicant will also have to have compulsorily undergone training from a Government Driving School or one that has been authorised by the State Government as Form No.5, which is also required, is issued by the Driving School.
• Once everything has been submitted, applicants will receive a serial number along with notifications on their registered mobile number.
• On the designated day, applicants will have to arrive at their centre well in advance to take their test.

How to Apply Offline for Commercial Driving Licence ?

Applicants can also apply for their license offline by following the steps mentioned below:

• They will have to visit the closest RTO or Regional Transport Office and procure Form No.2.
• This form will have to be filled and submitted along with the necessary documents such as proof of age and address.
• Additionally, it is compulsory for applicants who wish to procure a Commercial Driving License to provide a medical certificate in Form No. 1A. In case the applicant wishes to drive a HMV, he/she will also have to furnish a ‘Driver Refreshing Training Certificate’.
• The applicant will also have to have compulsorily undergone training from a Government Driving School or one that has been authorised by the State Government as Form No.5, which is also required, is issued by the Driving School.
• Once everything has been submitted, applicants will receive a serial number along with notifications on their registered mobile number.

Eligibility for Commercial Transport Licence

The eligibility criteria to avail a CDL is as follows:

• Applicants will have to be above the age of 18 (in certain States, the minimum age is 20) and must have cleared their 8th standard.
• They must also have a Learner’s License.
• Applicants will need to be trained from a Government Motor School or one that is affiliated to the State Government.
• Applicants will need to have all the required documents.

However, as per recent reports, there has been a recent proposal by the Centre to reduce the education requirement. Also, taxi drivers may not have to show a year’s experience of driving prior to procuring a commercial driving license, as long as they have been trained under a driving school that has been accredited by the government.

Documents Required for CDL License

The documents required to procure a Commercial Driving License are as follows:

• Proof of Address (any of the following)
  • Passport
  • Aadhaar card
  • Voter ID
  • Ration card
  • Utility bills that have been issued in the applicant’s name
• Proof of Identity (any of the following)
  • Aadhaar card
  • PAN card
  • Passport
  • Birth Certificate
  • 10th Grade mark sheet
• Duly filled Form 2, Form 1A and Form 5
• Passport size photographs
• Application Fee