Learning Licences in Uttar Pradesh

As per Indian Motor Vehicles Act, an Indian citizen must possess a valid driving licence to drive on public roads. Before a permanent driver’s licence is issued, a learner’s licence is issued, which comes with limited validity. Obtaining a learner’s licence is one of the most crucial steps in getting a driver’s licence in India. There are two types of learning licences in Uttar Pradesh; personal and commercial. If you are a resident of Uttar Pradesh, you can obtain the UP learning licence from the Zonal Transport Department in a few simple steps. 

There are types of learning licences in Uttar Pradesh based on the type of vehicle the applicant drives, this must be clearly mentioned in the form. A UP Learning Licence is available for the following kinds of vehicles:

1. Non-geared motorcycles 

2. geared motorcycles 

3. Light or medium motor vehicles

4. Medium to heavy passenger vehicles

5. Heavy goods transport vehicle

6. Invalid carriage vehicles

7. Motor vehicles with specified descriptions

8. Road rollers

In order to secure your UP learning licence, there are a few factors that need to be fulfilled by those who apply. Without these criteria being met, the learning licences in Uttar Pradesh are not issued. Here are the criteria:

1. The applicant must be at least 16 years old for a non-geared motorcycle.

2. The applicant must be at least 18 years old for a light motor vehicle.

3. For a commercial vehicle, the applicant must be at least 20 years old while applying for the UP learning licence.

4. To drive a commercial vehicle, the individual must have studied and passed the examinations until 8th grade. 

5. The individual must be aware of all rules and regulations regarding traffic in order to obtain a learning licences in Uttar Pradesh.

While applying for learning licences in Uttar Pradesh, one must have the following documents on hand for verification:

1. A form (Form 1-A) which asks for details regarding one’s medical and physical fitness.

2. A form (Form 2) which details the type of vehicle the applicant drives, payments of fees for the licence and personal details,

3. A passport-sized photograph

4. Proof of address through either Aadhar Card, Ration Card, Voter ID or an electric or phone bill.

5. Proof of age through a ration card, voter ID, passport, birth certificate or a LIC policy.

6. A fee of Rs. 151 for the application and Rs. 50 for the test are paid.

The UP learning licence can be obtained through a series of steps either through an online portal or offline itself.

1.Online Application:

Follow these steps:

• You can visit either of these two websites: UP Transport Department http://uptransport.upsdc.gov.in/en-us/ or the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways https://parivahan.gov.in/parivahan/.

• Go to the drop-down tab under online services and click on “Driving Licence Related Services” or for the UP transport department website click on “New Learning Licence”.

• For the MRTH website, you will be redirected to a separate page asking for which state you’re applying for your licence in

• Fill in the required details after reading carefully and upload your documents

• The application fee can be paid online through the method of your choice

• Opt for a slot to take your driving test and visit your nearest RTO for the same

• Once you pass the test, the UP learning licence will be issued to the address that was registered

2.Offline Application:

If you’re more comfortable applying for the learning licence in person, follow these steps:

• Download the learning licence Uttar Pradesh forms, visit your nearest RTO with the details filled in.

• The forms can be accessed through this website: http://uptransport.upsdc.gov.in/en-us/.

• Carry the required documents and passport picture while submitting the forms.

• Pay the application fees and choose a slot for your test.

• Once the test is cleared, the learning licence is sent to the address mentioned in the submitted forms. 

It is easy to apply for your learning licences in Uttar Pradesh, but it is also important that while doing the same, one must take caution and responsibility for any possible accidents that may arise. The car insurance and two-wheeler insurance available on the Bajaj Markets portal are well placed to help secure you.  Availing the online platform helps make the application process frictionless. Now that you know how to apply for your learning licences in Uttar Pradesh, make sure to secure yourself and your vehicle with a well-covered insurance plan.