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Complete Guide to Obtaining Driving Licence (India - Andhra Pradesh - Hyderabad)


Please do not send me any enquiries reg. driving licences. I do not work for the RTA and have provided the information available here from the procedure I followed while procuring the licence. For furthur information refer to my comment AP Transport Website. Also if you want to know how to obtain an international licence, you might find this article useful - http://magnificent-hawk.blogspot.com/2009/08/obtaining-international-dri....

Note: This article was written in 2007. While chances are less, there is always a possibility that the licence application rules / driving track rules might have changed. It is always suggested to cross-check the driving rules at the testing center.

The procedure for obtaining a driving licence is in two stages. First you should obtain a learner licence. This will be valid for a period of six months. The second stage is applying for a permanent licence. You have to wait for at least a month after the issue of learner licence for applying for a permanent licence.

Obtaining a learner licence

- In order to apply for a learner licence, first you will have to fill two forms. These forms shall be available at the RTA office. At the time of writing this article, the forms costed Rs.2/-.

- Next you will have to furnish documents for proof of address and proof of age.

Valid documents for address proof:
1. Ration Card
2. Electricity Bill
3. LIC
4. Passport
5. Pay slip / ID card issued By State And Central Government along with residential address

Valid attested documents for age proof:
1. Passport
2. PanCard
3. School Certificate
4. Birth Certificate issued by State Government / MCH Authorities
5. LIC

- Once the forms and the relevant documents are submitted, a photo of yours is taken. Please note that you need not get any photographs of yours. A digital photo of yours is taken by the RTA authority itself.

- The last stage and the most important stage of obtaining a learner licence is to clear a written exam. This written exam is based on traffic signals, rules and other general questions. You need to answer 20 questions in 10 minutes. The passing mark is 12. The links give in the "references" section below should help you in preparing for the exam. But the best thing I suggest is to go to the RTA office and buy the book (about Rs.15). Going through it should prepare you well enough for clearing th exam.

- Once the exam is cleared, a learner licence is issued for a period of 6 months.

Obtaining a permanent licence

- The permanent licence can be applied only if you hold the learner licence for a minimum period of one month (the applicant is expected to learn driving the vehcile in this one month).

- At the driving test center, a form should be filled out and submitted.

- The fee for application of driving licence depends upon the class of vehicles for which you have applied the licence for. For a geared two wheeler and a four wheeler, the cost is Rs.440.

- After the forms are submitted and the fee is paid, you will be asked to take a driving test. Below is the track on which you will be asked to drive. (Unless you clearly understand the below diagram, please don't assume anything). Also for two wheeler only the '8' turn in the first block has to be performed and the next two blocks can be ignored as there is no reverse gear for two wheelers.

Driving Track

Certain things to keep in mind while driving

  • Always use indicators at turns
  • Slow down at speed brakers
  • Look for complusory horns
  • If driving a two-wheeler, you should not put your foot down
  • You shouldn't touch any of the dividers
  • I think it is alright if the car stops (not sure about this) but definitely the two wheeler shouldn't switch off

- Also note that you have to get your own vehicle (RTC will not provide any). And you might have to drive all the vehicles for which you have applied license for. So for example, if you have applied license for four wheeler and two wheeler, it won't be sufficient to drive four wheeler only. You might be asked to drive the two wheeler as well.

- Once the driving test is cleared, a permanent licende is issued (this is generally sent by post one week later).

References:
http://www.aptransport.org/html/faq.php
http://www.chandigarhtrafficpolice.org/
http://www.delhitrafficpolice.nic.in/
http://www.uttaranchalpolice.com/traffic/traffic_rule.htm
http://www.worldtravellers.net/roadtravel/india/india.html

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Comments

March 2, 2009 - 20:41 — rahul

AP Transport Website

There is a website for AP Transport (http://www.aptransport.org) where most of your queries should be answered. The FAQ section is especially useful.

As I am not someone working with the transport department but have been getting many queries related to licence and registration which obviously I am unable to answer, I have decided to make this thread read-only.

Also I have often been asked if there was a provision for change of address in the licence. It seems there is indeed such a provision. The details on how this can be done are given in the Licence FAQ in the above mentioned site (http://www.aptransport.org/html/faq.php?cat=22#30).

December 28, 2008 - 10:58 — giri (not verified)

Name was mis-spelled in the license

Hi,

My name was mis-spelled in the license (as the application was filled in telugu at the time of applying). Can you please let me know the procedure to change it as per my certificates. Moreover I want to change the address in the license as well.

Thanks,
Giri

December 29, 2008 - 00:03 — rahul

I don't think it is possible

I don't think it is possible to change the address. For correction of name, I don't know the procedure. Please get in touch with the concerned RTA office.

December 12, 2008 - 12:02 — Aravind (not verified)

change of license address

I have a driving license from the state for two wheeler and four wheeler. since i am a keralite i want to settle in my home town. how can i change the address of my driving license to kerala address. can u help in this same.

December 2, 2008 - 17:17 — Mihir Yadav (not verified)

Applying for new Four Wheeler Licence

I have two wheeler licence. I want Four wheeler licence. So send me required information for this.

November 17, 2008 - 09:52 — ramesh (not verified)

loss

iam loss my original vehicle licence & rc please help me what can do
hyderabad, india.

November 12, 2008 - 12:41 — Anonymous (not verified)

change of address

Hello everyone,
I need change my address on driving license ASAP, because recently i have changed my address....just 10 back only i have got my permanent driving license.....can you please help on this.............

Hope u will give ASAP.

Thanks & Regards,
tumbalam

November 3, 2008 - 15:04 — BIMAL (not verified)

APPL for int'l driving licence.

Hi !
I am planning to migrate to canada. Therefore I wish to apply for an Int'l driving licence for cars.. Can I do it from Mysore where i am now residing?
I am holding an Indian licence which was issued from Delhi.
Kindly advise.
Regards.

November 4, 2008 - 21:56 — rahul

From what I know you should

From what I know you should be able to do it. But you should apply at the RTO in your area. And you should have a proof that you are residing in that area. It might be a good idea to visit the RTO office and get the exact details.

Regards,
Rahul.

October 20, 2008 - 18:38 — phani (not verified)

Verifying a driver's driving license

Hi,

I wish to recruit a driver. He has shown me a copy of his driving license, but says that his original is left back in his hometown. So, I don't know whether he actually has an original driving license or not. Having a proper driving license is mandatory for a car's insurance to be applicable. Is there are a way to verify that his driving license is valid and without complaint.

TIA,
Phani

October 22, 2008 - 06:51 — rahul

I am sorry I do not have much

I am sorry I do not have much idea about this Phani. You could probably look at the copy and figure out whether he has a licence or not. But if he is going to be your driver, then he better have the original license. Lest he might have a tough time explaining to the traffic police that he is a licensed driver if necessary.

October 3, 2008 - 15:37 — jai (not verified)

Obtaining driver's license

Hi,

I wish to get my 2 and 4 wheeler driver's license as soon as possible. My native place is Kerala, and I've been staying at Hyderabad on rental home for 8 months. I would like to know if I should get the DL from Kerala, which could turn out to be difficult as I don't visit home often. Or i could get it from Hyderabad, and then opt for a change of address if that is required. Any suggestions?

Is it required that the DL should be issued from the RTO in the native state? Will the DL from another state RTO be useful in cases like proof of address etc?

October 3, 2008 - 21:26 — rahul

In the "Handbook On Motor

In the "Handbook On Motor Driving LIcences", it is stated that for obtaining a driving licence "A person should be a resident of the area/Jurisdiction of the Licensing Authority."

So I think if you want to apply for a driving licence in Hyderabad, then you should probably have some kind of proof that you are staying here.

October 6, 2008 - 15:29 — jai (not verified)

I would be able to use the

I would be able to use the rental agreement or something for that, right?

What I wanted to know is how necessary is it to get the address changed to my permanent address in Kerala later on? And also if it's gonna be difficult to do?

October 6, 2008 - 15:53 — rahul

I think the rental agreement

I think the rental agreement should be valid proof. And It is not necessary to get the address changed to your permanent address in Kerala as the licence will be valid all over India.

For your query related to change of address, refer my previous comment.

October 1, 2008 - 15:22 — Shaik (not verified)

4 wheeler license in US

Hi,

I am schedued to go to US in 25 days . I have not learned 4 wheeler driving here in India. Now i was told that 4 wheeler driving is a must . So what would be a better solution learn here and go or go there directly and learn there and get a licence there in US. I am not sure as to what to do. Please help me out regarding this .

Regards,
shaik

October 1, 2008 - 22:21 — rahul

From what I have heard and

From what I have heard and know, I think the main reason why people take international licence over here is so that they can easily get a licence over there (or maybe use this one itself). But if you have not yet applied for a learner licence here, it will not be feasible for you to get a permanent licence (or international licence) before you leave to U.S. because you can take the driving test only after one month of being issued the learner licence. Also I don't think that it is mandatory to learn a 4 wheeler to go to U.S..

September 16, 2008 - 01:18 — Rekha (not verified)

How to get a duplicate indian licence when I'm abroad ?

Hello,

Currently I'm not in India and I need my Indian licence in exchange for an european licence here.
In which case, I had lost my original licence and I only have a photocopy of licence...
Is it possible for me to get a duplicate licence when I'm abroad...??
Can my father go and collect the duplicate license ?
How long does normally it takes to issue an duplicate license...

Please Help...

Kindest Regards,
Rekha

September 18, 2008 - 15:43 — rahul

Hi Rekha, Please get in touch

Hi Rekha,
Please get in touch with the concerned RTA office for your query as I am unaware of the procedure.

Regards,
Rahul.

September 2, 2008 - 09:01 — kushal (not verified)

i need a help......................

i am kushal and i have an doubt abt applying a license my date of bith is 4th dec1990 and i want to ask weather i can apply for both L.M.V and motorycle with gear

September 2, 2008 - 09:34 — rahul

Refer my previous comment

Refer my previous comment

August 23, 2008 - 13:08 — SAMPAT T SAPKAL (not verified)

Issuing For new licence

hi,
i am sampat sapkal and i want to withdraw a new licence.before this i have not any driving licence. what is exact procedure for it? what document is required for it?
reply me as soon as possible.

thanks & regards,
sapkal sampat.

August 19, 2008 - 17:36 — mdkhaleel (not verified)

Where i can make Driving License

Hi to everyone.
i want to make my Driving license. i stay near Erragadda, hyderabad. i heard v can make nearby kukatpally. if yes i dont know the address. can u guide me plz

August 19, 2008 - 19:08 — rahul

Got to know this from a

Got to know this from a friend:

Take the first left after completely crossing Malaysian Township (when coming from JNTU side). After taking left, go straight for some distance till you see a Banyan Tree. RTA office should be located on the right in the ground floor of small building.

Hope this helps :).

August 14, 2008 - 10:17 — Anonymous (not verified)

Need to know the Fee details for 4 weehler in hyderabad

Hi,
what is the is the Fee details for 4 weehler in hyderabad?

please cc or send me mail to v.saikalyan@gmail.com

August 12, 2008 - 00:08 — Nick (not verified)

International Driving License

Hi Rahul,
I am in Hyderabad now and going to USA for a few months. I would like to get a International Driving License.

Can you please advise me on how to get it? How much does it cost?

Currently, I have a Botswana Driving License.

Thank you.

Regards,
Nick

August 12, 2008 - 00:15 — rahul

Hi Nick, I really doubt if

Hi Nick, I really doubt if you could get a Botswana driving licence converted to an international driving licence in Hyderabad. But I am not sure about this and suggest you get in touch with the RTA office in your area reg. the provision of such a facility.

August 14, 2008 - 14:07 — Nick (not verified)

International Driving License

Hi Rahul,
I had called RTA up and they mentioned that they only issues International Licenses for people with Indian License.

Also, it was suggested that i simply apply for a fresh indian license using my current Botswana license. Thus avoid all tests and time related hassels.

Regards,
Nikhil

August 11, 2008 - 15:15 — imran (not verified)

abt licence enquiry

hi iam not in india
iam having a licence of 2 and 4 wheeler which is in paper nto in card as i gone to rta office here in australia
and they tell that they want a confirmation letter for this licence because they dont have paper licence they have card licence in their book so any body can help me in this matter

August 8, 2008 - 13:57 — Anonymous (not verified)

I am currently not living in

I am currently not living in india.

To obtain licence here, i need my indian licence to be exchanged.
But address on my licence is my old address different of that on my passpost. Further i dont have smart card but old paper licence.

Is there a way from which i can be issued a card without my need to travel there to india for this?

August 11, 2008 - 15:19 — rahul

My apologies for the delayed

My apologies for the delayed response. Unfortunately I do not know of any definite solution to your problem. Moreover I am not sure if there is any provision for changing the address (refer my comment on "Change in Address" in the same article). But if there is a facility, then you could probably ask someone here to collect the address change request form on your behalf and fax it to you. You could later fill it and courier it back to India. Anyway, the best thing I would suggest is to get in touch with RTA enquiry for the correct procedure.

July 21, 2008 - 17:07 — sudarshan (not verified)

Regarding Loss of Driving License

Hi All,

I have lost my permenant license. I don't even have the driving license number also. I would like to know whether there is any possibility to get the duplicate driving license or else should i apply for a new one.

If i can get a duplicate copy, then how is it possible ?

Thx in advance. :)

August 23, 2008 - 13:15 — GANTI VEERABHADRA RAO (not verified)

Regarding Loss of Driving License

I have lost my permenant license. I don't even have the driving license number also. I would like to know whether there is any possibility to get the duplicate driving license or else should i apply for a new one.

If i can get a duplicate copy, then how is it possible ?

July 23, 2008 - 12:37 — rahul

This has been taken from

This has been taken from "Hand Book On Motor Driving Licences":

Q. Is a Duplicate Licence issued?
A. Yes. A Duplicate Driving Licence is issued on loss of Licence or on surrender of existing licence by the Licensing Authority on whose Rolls/Records the licence is presently borne.

July 16, 2008 - 17:44 — Naveen (not verified)

Driving license record

Hi Rahul,
This is Naveen currently working in sinapore and they require driving license record (something like bonafide certificate), with the details first issued date, officer stamp and seal etc,. to convert my license. Any idea, how to get it.
thxs

July 16, 2008 - 17:59 — rahul

Hi Naveen, I have no idea

Hi Naveen, I have no idea about this. Logically speaking, I feel if you have the Indian licence that itself should suffice as a proof.

July 16, 2008 - 18:09 — Naveen (not verified)

Hi Rahul, Just to add up. I

Hi Rahul,
Just to add up. I took international license from L.B.Nagar itself (Hyderabad), but they(local officer) even showed me the other person form who got the license here(singapore). Its a paper that has particulars (name, license no., photo, first issued date etc,.) with official seal & stamp. License record..Anyway thxs for your help.

July 11, 2008 - 10:37 — Anonymous (not verified)

Applying for card

I have license in paper form.Now i want to change it to a card.Can any one explain the procedure and how much it costs.

July 16, 2008 - 17:57 — rahul

Licence in paper form? I have

Licence in paper form? I have never heard anything of that sort. Or are you talking about learner licence which you want to convert to permanent licence? In that case, kindly go through my above article.

July 17, 2008 - 09:59 — Anonymous (not verified)

my License(Permanent license)

my License(Permanent license) was issued in 1998.cards newly introduced at that time.It is optional to take card or license in paper(Permanent License).now i want to change it into card.

July 18, 2008 - 10:05 — rahul

I am not sure but I think you

I am not sure but I think you can go to the RTA office and apply for it. They might be charging some nominal amount (again my guess) for issuing a card. Be sure to take the proofs I have mentioned in this article just to be on the safe side.

July 10, 2008 - 17:14 — praveen (not verified)

Using license number how can i find out address of the holder

Using license number how can i find out address of the license holder in online.

July 10, 2008 - 21:36 — rahul

I don't think that is

I don't think that is feasible. Moreover I don't see any reason why that kind of private information would be publicly available. Is there any particular reason why you'd like to know the address using the license number?

July 9, 2008 - 09:57 — Vibhav (not verified)

Lost Learning License

I had obtained my learning license but lost is before appearing for the test. What should I do now? any guidance please

July 9, 2008 - 10:43 — rahul

As far as I know, you will

As far as I know, you will have to re-appear for the test. Or you can inquire at the RTA office whether they'll issue a duplicate learner licence (which I really doubt). Either way you will have to pay a visit to the RTA office :). Also I suggest you take all the necessary forms and proofs just in case you need to apply for a new learner license.

July 10, 2008 - 18:37 — Vibhav (not verified)

Thanks for the prompt help

Thanks for the prompt help rahul :-)

June 20, 2008 - 23:21 — chaitanya (not verified)

required age

i want 2 know whether under 18 can have the driving licence or shall i wait for 18 for gear licence,iam still 17yrs

June 21, 2008 - 00:27 — rahul

This has been taken from

This has been taken from "Hand Book On Motor Driving Licences".

Q. What should be the age for obtaining a Licence?
A. For a licence to drive:
i) Motrocyle without Gear (below 50CC): 16 years+
ii) Motorcycle with Gear and LMV: 18 years+ and
iii) LMVs like Cabs Auto rickshaws, Taxi cabs. Good Vechicles, Buses: 20 years and above.

NB: a) for persons between the the age of 16-18 years consent of the parent is also necessary.
b) a minimum of one year experience is necessary for a Licence holder of Motor car to obtain a licence for a Transport category licence.

June 17, 2008 - 19:39 — GOLI KIRAN (not verified)

permanent driving license

Rev sir,
I Kiran Goli Applied for the PERMANENT driving license on 3 rd of Juneand the officials said me you would receive the permanent license posted to your address. i did not get still . i went for driving test too.
The address
GOLI KIRAN
BISHOP'S HOUSE
R.P ROAD
NALGONDA A.P
PLEASE DO ME NEEDFUL
THANKING YOU IN ADVANCE

GOLI KIRAN

June 17, 2008 - 19:49 — rahul

Hi Kiran, I don't work for

Hi Kiran,
I don't work for RTA, so I guess I can't do anything much in this regard :). You have two options in this regard. Go to the concerned RTA office and enquire reg. your licence. If they don't respond or ask for bribe, then you may consider using RTI to know the status of your licence.

Regards,
Rahul.