Driving Licence in Telangana (TS)

A driving licence is an essential document that authorises individuals to operate motor vehicles legally  as per the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. In Telangana, the Regional Transport Authority (RTA) is responsible for issuing and regulating driving licences. Obtaining a driving licence in Telangana involves fulfilling certain eligibility criteria, passing written and practical tests, and adhering to the traffic rules and regulations set by the state. Here is everything you should know about getting an offline or online driving licence in Telangana.

There are different types of driving licences issued by the Regional Transport Authority (RTA) based on the class of vehicles individuals are eligible to operate. Here are the main types of driving licences in Telangana:

 

• Commercial Driving Licence (CDL): A commercial driving licence is required for individuals who wish to drive commercial or transport vehicles. This includes buses, taxis, goods carriers, and other vehicles used for commercial purposes. Additional tests and qualifications are necessary to obtain a CDL.

• Learner's Licence (LL): A learner's licence is a provisional licence that allows individuals to learn how to drive. It is issued for both motorcycles with gear (MCWG) and light motor vehicles (LMV). Learner's licences have certain restrictions, such as displaying a red "L" symbol on the vehicle and being accompanied by a licensed driver.

• Permanent Driving Licence (DL): Once individuals have gained sufficient driving skills and knowledge, they can apply for a permanent driving licence. Permanent licences are issued for various vehicle categories, including motorcycles, LMVs, heavy motor vehicles (HMVs), transport vehicles, and more. The licence class depends on the type of vehicle for which the individual has qualified.

• International Driving Permit (IDP): An International Driving Permit is issued to individuals who plan to drive in foreign countries. It acts as a translation of the domestic driving licence and is valid in countries that are part of the Geneva Convention on Road Traffic.

 

It's important to note that each type of driving licence has specific eligibility criteria, documentation requirements, and test procedures. Aspiring drivers in Telangana should consult the RTA or visit their official website for detailed information and to ensure compliance with the necessary regulations.

Online:

Follow these steps to apply for an online driving licence in Telangana:

 

• Step 1: Navigate to the official website of the Government of Telangana Transport Department.

• Step 2: Click on "Fresh Driving Licence" to proceed.

• Step 3: On an Automated Online Services page, fill a form to apply for a driver’s licence. Enter your learner’s licence number, birth date, and phone number.

• Step 4: Enter the OTP sent on your registered phone number.

• Step 5: Enter your aadhar number and last name.

• Step 6: Click on "Submit".

• Step 7: You will now receive an ‘application reference number’ and an SMS notification to take a test to acquire a permanent licence.

• Step 8: You have to then appear for a test with the type of vehicle mentioned at the time of filling the application form. You will have to drive your vehicle in front of the RTO officer.

 

You will then receive your results in a couple of hours, followed by the permanent driver’s licence via post in a couple of days. In case of failure of the driving test, you will have to repeat the entire process again until you pass.

 

You can also initiate the process of driving licence renewal online in Telangana from the Parivahan website. 

Offline:

Follow these steps to apply for a driver’s licence offline in Telangana:

 

• Step 1: Go to your nearest RTO.

• Step 2: Fill in the application form accurately.

• Step 3: Pay the required fees.

• Step 4: Submit the form with the necessary documents.

• Step 5: You will now receive an ‘application reference number’ and an SMS notification to take a test to acquire a permanent licence.

• Step 6: You have to then appear for a test with the type of vehicle mentioned at the time of filling the application form. You will have to drive your vehicle in front of the RTO officer.

 

You will then receive your results in a couple of hours, followed by the permanent driver’s licence via post in a couple of days. In case of failure of the driving test, you will have to repeat the entire process again until you pass.

Check out the charges for a learning and permanent driving licence in Telangana. You need to pay these fees before getting a licence.

Before you apply for a driving licence in Telangana, you need to be aware of the eligibility criteria fixed by the transportation department of the Telangana Government. Any individual who wants to get a driving licence in Telangana has to fit in this criteria.

 

• Applicants applying for a two-wheeler driving licence in Telangana should be above 16 years of age

• The age limit to apply for a four-wheeler driving licence is 18

• An applicant who wants to drive a transport vehicle for commercial purposes should be above 20 years of age

• All applicants, whether they wish to drive a two-wheeler or four-wheeler for personal or commercial purposes, should have a valid learner’s licence before they apply for a permanent licence

• Remember to apply for your permanent driving licence 30 days after your learner’s licence is issued

• Make sure you complete the online driving licence application within 6 months of receiving your learner’s licence

• If the capacity of the vehicle is 50cc or less, then the age limit in Telangana for the applicant is a minimum of 16 years

During the application procedure for a driving licence in Telangana, the applicant must submit the required documents for verification and maintaining records. Any applicant who fails to provide any of the required documents will have to face delay or even rejection of the application.

 

Here is a complete list of all the required documents:

 

• Passport-size photographs

• Application Form No. 4, filled and signed 

• Identity Proof (Voter ID/Aadhaar card/PAN card)

• Address Proof (Rental agreement/Utility bill/Ration card)

• Application Form 5 (commercial use only)

• Driver’s Refreshing Certificate (commercial use only)

 

You can check the status of your driving licence in Telangana online through the simple steps mentioned below:

 

1. Go to the official portal of the Government of Telangana Transport Department.

2. Tap on the ‘Online transactions’ option.

3. Tap on the ‘Licence ’ option.

4. Tap on the option ‘Application Status’.

5. Fill in details like Application Number, Birthdate, Captcha code. etc.

6. Select the ‘Submit’ button.

7. You will be redirected to a page where your application status will be visible.

Here is how you can apply for an international driving permit in Telangana: 

 

1. Visit the nearest RTO and get Form 4A. You can also get the form by downloading it from the official website.

2. Enter all the required details in the form and attach the supporting documents like passport, visa to the concerned country, current driving licence, etc.

3. For an International driving licence, the fee is Rs. 200. Submit the fee along with the application form at the nearest RTO

4. The submitted documents will be verified. If the verification process is completed without any faults, you will receive your International driving licence

Here’s how you can apply for a duplicate driver’s licence in Telangana:

 

1. Get the LLD form. You get it from the nearest RTO or download it from the official portal.

2. Fill the form and submit it along with the required documents to the nearest RTO.

3. Pay the fee of ₹200 to the concerned official

4. The verification process will take place. If there are no faults found in the details and documents, you will receive a duplicate copy of your driving licence in Telangana

Documents Required for Duplicate Driving Licence in Telangana

A duplicate driving licence in Telangana may be issued when there has been:

 

• Theft

• Damage or mutilation

• Damage to your Smart Card driver’s licence chip

The documents required for getting a duplicate driving licence in Telangana are as follows:

• 2 Passport size photographs

• Address Proof

• FIR copy lost/stolen driving licence.

• Copy of the old driving licence

• LLD Form

Follow these steps to renew your driver’s licence in Telangana:

 

1. Go to the official website of Telangana Transport Department.

2. Tap on the ‘Renew Driving Licence’ option.

3. You will be asked to choose from several options such as duplicate licence, renewal of licence, surrender of licence, or change of address.

4. You will now be asked if you have your original driving licence, please choose ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ depending on your answer to proceed.

5. Enter your driver’s licence number, place of issuance, your birth date, and phone number.

6. Enter the OTP that you receive on your registered mobile number.

7. Enter the password to proceed.

8. Upload a scanned copy of your original driver’s licence and other required documents.

 

Upon verification, you will receive your new driver’s licence through post.

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