Driving Licence in Barrackpore: How to Apply Online & Renew DL

TeamAckoJul 22, 2024

Like any other place in India, having a driving license in Barrackpore is an essential legal requirement. A driving license is a legal document that gives you the right to drive your vehicle on Indian roads legally. The Motor Vehicle Act of 1988 specifies that you must have a driving license whether you are driving a car, bike, or any other vehicle. Read on to learn more about driving license in Barrackpore.

Types of Driving License in Barrackpore

In Barrackpore, listed below are the different types of driving license that you can apply for:

• License for a two-wheeler without gears like mopeds and scooters

• License for two-wheeler with gears like bikes

• License for all kind of four-wheeler

• License for commercial vehicles like buses, trucks, etc

• License for other vehicles carrying hazardous goods

Eligibility to Apply for Driving License in Barrackpore

To apply for a driving license in Barrackpore, here are the eligibility criteria that you need to keep in mind:

• You must have attained 18 years of age

• You should have a valid learning driving license

• You need to clear the driving test

• The driving test can be taken after 30 days of issuance of learner's license

• You can apply only if your learner license is not 6 months old from  its issuance date

Documents Required to Apply for Driving License in Barrackpore

Listed below are the documents required to apply for a driving license in Barrackpore:

• Physical fitness certificate (form 1)

• A duly-filled application form for driving license (form 2)

• Valid driving license

• Aadhar card

• PAN card

• Voter ID

• Birth certificate

• Passport-size photograph

How to Apply for a Driving License Online in Barrackpore?

Want to apply for a driving license online in Barrackpore? Here are the steps that you need to follow:

• Go to the official website of Parivahan 

• Select ‘online service’ and click on ‘driving license services’

• Choose the ‘state name’ and click on ‘apply for learner’s license’

• Follow the instructions, apply for LL online, and schedule an appointment for a test

• Take the test on the designated date at the RTO and collect the LL on test clearance.

• Visit the Parivahan website and choose “Apply for DL” from the Driving Licence services menu.

• Select “Applicant holds DL” and follow the instructions to apply for a Driving Licence. 

• Click on the “Appointments” option on the DL Services menu and book an appointment for the driving test after 30 days of LL issuance.

How to Apply for Driving License Offline in Barrackpore? 

To apply for driving license offline in Barrackpore, here are the steps you need to follow:

• Visit the nearest RTO office in Barrackpore and collect the driving license form

• Fill out the form with all the details and attach all the relevant documents

• Book a preferred slot when you can appear for the driving license test

• Once you successfully pass the test, the driving license will be sent to your registered address

Steps to Check Driving License Status in Barrackpore

Once you apply for the driving license, you will also have to check its status. Here are the steps you need to follow for the same:

• Click on the the Parivahan portal’s official website to access Driving Licence services

• Select “Driving Licence Related Services” by clicking on the “Online Services” menu

• Select the state name on the next page

• Click the “Application Status” button on the top menu

• Enter your details, like the application number and date of birth

• Input the captcha code and click “Submit” to view the Driving Licence application status in Barrackpore

How to Renew Driving License in Barrackpore?

You need to follow the below-mentioned steps to renew your driving license in Barrackpore:

• Login to the Parivahan portal with your user name

• Click on the ‘renewal’ tab and apply for it and take out a print of acknowledgement receipt

• Then, go to the RTO and submit the receipt along with paying the fees

• Submit the required documents

• Once the RTO approves, the renewed driving license will be sent to your address

Driving License Fees in Barrackpore

When you apply for driving license in Barrackpore, you need to pay a prescribed fees as detailed in the section below:

Type of Service	Fees
Driving license test	Rs. 50
Driving license issuance	Rs. 150
International driving license issuance	Rs. 1000
Renewal of driving license	Rs. 200
Issuance of duplicate license	Rs. 200
Addition of vehicle class to driving license	Rs. 500

 

Please note that the driving license fee is subject to change and can vary from one city to another.

Driving License Test Procedure in Barrackpore

Whether you are in Barrackpore, or any other Indian city, you will have to appear for the driving license test. In the section below, we will take you through the driving license test procedure in Barrackpore.

Four-wheeler

• While appearing for driving license test, you need to give ground and road test

• The ground test requires you to drive the vehicle on the “U” and “T” pattern tracks

• The road test requires you to drive on public roads to evaluate your driving skills

• An RTO inspector organises and monitors the driving test.

• If the RTO officer is not satisfied with the test, he/she may ask you to re-appear for the test

Two-wheeler

• In the case of a two-wheeler, you need to give a road and ground test. A RTO officer will conduct the test

• In ground test, you will have to ride the vehicle on 8 or T pattern

• The road test is conducted to check your skills while driving on the road

• If you successfully pass the test, driving license will be issued to you 

How to Apply for Duplicate Driving License in Barrackpore?

Listed below are the steps to apply for a duplicate driving license in Barrackpore:

• Go to the official website of Parivahan

• Apply for duplicate driving license from the ‘driving license service menu’

• Pay the application fee for duplicate license and take a print-out of the receipt

• Submit the form at the RTO along with required documents

• The RTO will then verify all the documents and send the license to your address

Documents Required to Apply for Duplicate Driving License in Barrackpore

The documents required to apply for duplicate driving license in Barrackpore are as follows:

• A duly-filled application form for duplicate driving license

• Copy of FIR 

• Clearance certificate from transport office in Barrackpore

• Photocopy of driving license (if available)

• Age and address proof of the applicant

Frequently Asked Questions on Driving License in Barrackpore