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How to Renew Driving Licence in Faridabad?

Team AckoApr 5, 2024

Carrying vehicle and driver-related documents is mandatory to legally drive/ride a vehicle in India, and a Driving Licence (DL) is one of these documents. Note that a DL has a validity of only a few years and should be renewed before expiry.

Faridabad is the most populous city in Haryana, and if you drive a vehicle in this city, ensure that you carry valid documents. If your licence is due for renewal, this article will help you with the process involved in the renewal of the Driving Licence in Faridabad.

Contents

Steps to renew Driving Licence online in Faridabad
Steps to renew Driving Licence offline in Faridabad
Documents Required for DL Renewal in Faridabad
DL renewal Faridabad: How to schedule an appointment online
Driving Licence renewal fees in Faridabad
Grace period for renewal of Driving Licence in Faridabad
How to check Driving Licence renewal status in Faridabad
Why should you apply for DL renewal in Faridabad?
Validity of a Driving Licence in Faridabad
Learner’s Licence renewal in Faridabad
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Steps to renew Driving Licence online in Faridabad

You can follow the steps mentioned below to renew your Driving Licence online in Faridabad.

Step 1: Log on to the Parivahan online portal’s official website to access RTO services.
Step 2: Navigate to the “Online Services” menu and click “DL Related Services”.
Step 3: Select the state name (Haryana) and click “Apply for DL Renewal”.
Step 4: Read all the instructions and click “Continue”.
Step 5: Enter the details, like your DL number and date of birth.
Step 6: Input the captcha code and click “Get DL Details”.
Step 7: Verify the details, select DL category, state and RTO and click “Proceed”.
Step 8: Select the service type as DL Renewal and fill out the online form.
Step 9: Upload the required documents and click “Submit”.
Step 10: Note the application number and download/print the acknowledgement receipt.

Visit the RTO on the designated date to submit the online application and update details as applicable. The RTO will dispatch the renewed DL via post after verifying the documents.

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Steps to renew Driving Licence offline in Faridabad

Here are the steps for offline renewal of the Driving Licence in Faridabad.

Step 1: Visit the RTO and obtain the required DL renewal forms. Alternatively, you can download them via the Parivahan portal.
Step 2: Fill out the application form with the correct information.
Step 3: Keep all the required documents handy.
Step 4: Submit the application forms and documents to the RTO.
Step 5: Pay the DL renewal fees at the cash counter and collect the acknowledgement receipt.

After verifying the forms and documents, the RTO will dispatch your renewed Driving Licence via post.

Documents Required for DL Renewal in Faridabad

You will need the following documents to renew your Driving Licence in Faridabad.

Form 1 (Self-declaration of physical fitness)
Form 1A (Medical Certificate if the applicant is above 40 years of age or for the renewal of commercial vehicle DL)
Form 2 (DL renewal application)
Original Driving Licence
Address and age proof (Aadhaar card, birth certificate, Voter ID card, etc.)
Passport size photographs

DL renewal Faridabad: How to schedule an appointment online

You can schedule an appointment online for DL renewal services in Faridabad by following the below-mentioned steps.

Step 1: Visit the Parivahan portal to access RTO online services.
Step 2: Select “Online Services” and click “DL Services”.
Step 3: Select the state name (Haryana) from the drop-down list.
Step 4: Select the “Appointments” option from the available list of services.
Step 5: Select “Slot Booking” from the top menu and click “LL/DL Services Slot Booking”.
Step 6: Enter your details, like the application number and date of birth.
Step 7: Input the verification code and click “Submit” to check the availability of the slot and schedule an appointment.

Driving Licence renewal fees in Faridabad

Here are the fees related to DL renewal in Faridabad.

Service	Fees (in Rs.)
Renewal of Driving Licence (DL)	200
Renewal of DL after grace period	300
Additional renewal fees after a year of DL expiry	1,000 per year

Grace period for renewal of Driving Licence in Faridabad

The grace period for DL renewal in Faridabad stands at 30 days. After that period, you have to pay an additional fee to renew your Driving Licence.

How to check Driving Licence renewal status in Faridabad

Once you have submitted the DL renewal application, you can check the status online by following the steps mentioned below.

Step 1: Log on to Parivahan's official website to access RTO online services.
Step 2: Click on "DL Related Services" by navigating to the "Online Services" menu.
Step 3: Choose the state name (Haryana) from the drop-down menu.
Step 4: Click the "Application Status" button on the top menu.
Step 5: Enter your details, such as the application number and date of birth.
Step 6: Input the captcha code and click "Submit" to check your DL renewal status in Faridabad.

Why should you apply for DL renewal in Faridabad?

Here are the reasons to renew your Driving Licence before its expiry in Faridabad.

It is illegal to ride or drive a vehicle with an expired DL. Doing so can attract penalties from the authorities.
You have to undergo a driving test and pay additional fees if you renew the DL after a year of its expiry.
You cannot renew the DL if it remains expired for over 5 years. In that case, you need to apply for a new Driving Licence.

Validity of a Driving Licence in Faridabad

The following points throw light on DL validity in Faridabad.

The validity of a private vehicle Driving Licence stands at 20 years from the date of issuance or until the DL holder attains 40 years of age, whichever comes first.
The validity of a commercial vehicle Driving Licence stands at 5 years from the date of issuance.
The validity of a Driving Licence to drive vehicles carrying dangerous goods stands at 3 years.

Learner’s Licence renewal in Faridabad

You can refer to the following steps to renew your Learner’s Licence (LL) online in Faridabad.

Step 1: Visit the RTO’s online portal (Parivahan).
Step 2: Select “DL Related Services” from the “Online Services” drop-down menu.
Step 3: Select the state (Haryana) from the drop-down list.
Step 4: Click “Apply for LL”, read the instructions on the next page and click “Confirm”.
Step 5: Select “Applicant holds Learner’s Licence” and enter your LL number and date of birth.
Step 6: Click “Submit” and follow the instructions to apply for LL renewal online.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are some of the frequently asked questions and their answers related to DL renewal in Faridabad.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is Medical Certificate mandatory to renew my Driving Licence in Faridabad?

A Medical Certificate is not mandatory for DL renewal for a private vehicle. It’s compulsory only if the applicant is above 40 years of age or for commercial vehicle Driving Licence renewal.

Can I renew my Driving Licence after its expiry in Faridabad?

Yes, you can renew the DL after the expiry. There will be a grace period of 30 days to renew your licence without any additional fees. Post that period; you need to pay an additional fee to renew your Driving Licence.

Should I pay an additional fee for address change in DL during the renewal process?

You need to pay an additional fee of Rs. 200 to change your address in DL.

From where can I download the application forms for the Driving Licence renewal?

You can visit the Faridabad RTO website or the Parivahan portal to download DL renewal forms.

Do I need to visit the RTO to collect my renewed Driving Licence?

You need not visit the RTO. The renewed Driving Licence will be dispatched via post to your residential address.

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Disclaimer: The information mentioned on this page is compiled from different websites and government sources. The information may be updated from time to time. Hence, please refer to the respective government websites and verify before making any RTO-related decisions.