Driving Licence in UP
The Regional Transport Office (RTO) is Government of India bureau that is responsible for the issue of driver’s licences and registration of vehicles in the country. The Road Transport Association sets the rules and regulations for licence issuance in Uttar Pradesh.
Types of Driving Licence in UP
Individuals applying fora permanent driving licence in Uttar Pradesh can opt for the vehicle type they wish to attain the permit for. The Regional Transport Office of Uttar Pradesh provides licences for the following vehicles:
- Light motor vehicles (passenger) that include cars, jeeps, delivery vans, autorickshaws and taxis
- Medium passenger vehicles such as larger commercial vehicles, tempos for passengers and minivans
- Heavy passenger motor vehicles include buses used for commercial transport
- Medium goods vehicles such as tempos and delivery trucks
Required Documents for Driving Licence in UP
In order to apply for permanent driving licence in Uttar Pradesh, the individual has to furnish the documents mentioned below:
- Original learner’s licence
- Application in Form No. 4
- Driving certificate in Form 5 (in case of transport vehicle licence), from an approved training school
- Three passport size photographs
- Proof of residence (utility bills, lease/rent agreement)
- Valid government ID proof (Voter’s ID, Pan card, Passport)
Apply for Driving Licence in UP
In order to get a driving licence, the applicant has to fill Form-4 and submit it, along with other requisite documents to the RTO Officer issuing licence. The documents will be verified after which a driving test is conducted. The RTO does not provide vehicles for the test, hence the applicant will have to bring his own vehicle or arrange it with the driving school, where he learnt driving.
Check Driving Licence Status
An applicant can check the status of his driving licence in two ways – online or offline. The online status can be checked by visiting the official portal of the Uttar Pradesh Zonal Transport Office. The applicant can enter his name, reference number, date of application, and receipt number to see the exact status of the licence. Another way to check is to visit the RTO where the applicant has given his competence test.
Making Corrections in the Driving Licence
Filling the application form correctly is essential. However, in spite of the care taken, some mistakes may tend to occur, as the form moves to different departments. Misspelled names and wrong addresses are some common errors that may occur. In order to correct such mistakes the applicant has to collect and fill relevant applications, available at the RTO or online.
Private Vehicle Licence:
- Form No. 9
- Original driving licence
- Three passport size photographs
- Age proof (any one of these – Aadhar Card, Birth Certificate, Passport, Voter’s ID)
- Form No. 1 i.e. self declaration of physical fitness
- Current residence proof (lease/rental agreement, passport, ration card, or utility bill)
Commercial Vehicle Licence:
- All of the documents similar to private vehicle licence.
- Medical certificate in Form No. 1A. This certificate is mandatory for commercial category and has to be issued by an MBBS doctor
- Driver refreshing training certificate in case of heavy motor vehicle
