Organization : Transport Department Uttar Pradesh
Facility : Apply for Driving License
Home Page :http://uptransport.upsdc.gov.in/en-us/
Download here :https://www.statusin.in/uploads/6331-form4%284%29.pdf
Driving License
Authority to issue Driving License :
The RTO / ARTO of the district / city in which the applicant resides or conducts his business
Related / Similar Service :
UP Transport Online Tax for Registered Vehicles
Where can the Driving License be renewed :
It can be renewed by the Licensing Authority of the district / city of the state in which the applicant presently resides or conducts his business
Where can a duplicate DL be issued in case the original is lost or mutilated :
Duplicate DL can be issued by the Licensing Authority which originally issued the DL or the LA which last renewed the DL
Is there a specific format in which the application for duplicate DL should be submitted :
No, the application can be submitted on a plain paper containing all requisite details.
What are the age restrictions in issuing DL to applicants :
(a) for un-geared motor cycle (upto 50 cc) 16 to 18 years with the written consent of parents / guardian
(b) Non-transport vehicles 18 years and above
(c) Transport vehicles 20 years and above
Who can apply for issue of DL to drive Transport vehicles :
Any person who has held a DL to drive LMV for at least one year, and is above 20 years of age
What is the area of validity of a DL :
Throughout India
What is the period of validity of a DL :
(a) Learner’s DL valid for 6 months from the date of issue
(b) Permanent DL (for private vehicles) 20 years from date of issue or the time of attaining the age of 50 years, whichever is earlier.
(c) Transport vehicles DL 3 years from the date of issue
(d) DL to drive Transport vehicles carrying dangerous / hazardous goods 1 year from the date of issue
What is the period for which DL can be renewed :
DL for private vehicles can be renewed for a period of 5 years each time DL for Transport vehicles can be renewed for a period of 3 years each time.
What is the grace period after expiry of DL within which it can be renewed :
30 days from the date on which the DL expired
What is the basic level of knowledge required to undergo a test for a Learner’s DL :
Traffic signs / traffic signals / rules of the road / duties of a driver in case he is involved in an accident / precautions to be taken when crossing an unmanned railway crossing / documents that he is required to carry while driving.
About Us :
The Transport Commissioner’s Organisation deals with various transport related matters like driving licenses, registration of motor vehicles, grant and renewal of permits, collection of taxes / fees, and all the other regulatory and enforcement functions assigned to it under provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, and functions through its headquarters at Lucknow, and RTO & ARTO offices spread all across the state.