Check Your DL Details Instantly
A driving licence is an official document issued by the Regional Transport Office (RTO), authorizing an individual to drive a vehicle of a particular category. It includes essential details such as the licence holder's name, address, licence number, validity, issue date, and category of vehicles allowed to be driven.
The process of applying for a driving licence includes several steps. You must first obtain a learner's licence and complete a driving test before getting a permanent licence. Here's a simplified outline of the steps:
Checking driving licence details online helps ensure the validity and authenticity of your licence. It also provides quick access to essential information, such as the expiration date, current status, and any potential violations, helping you stay informed and compliant with legal regulations.
Enter your driving licence number in the search box above to check its status on VahanX — holder name, validity, date of issue, and the classes of vehicle it covers. You can also verify a licence on the official Sarathi Parivahan portal.
An Indian driving licence number looks like GJ01 20190001234:
| Class code | Vehicle type |
|---|---|
| MCWOG | Two-wheelers without gears (scooters, mopeds) |
| MCWG | Motorcycles with gears |
| LMV | Light Motor Vehicles (cars, jeeps, taxis) |
| LMV-TR | Light transport / commercial vehicles |
| HMV | Heavy Motor Vehicles (trucks, buses) |
| Transport | Commercial goods and passenger vehicles |
You can download a valid digital copy of your driving licence from DigiLocker or the mParivahan app. A DigiLocker licence is legally accepted the same as the physical card.
A private driving licence is usually valid for 20 years or until you turn 50, whichever is earlier; commercial licences are renewed every 3–5 years. Renew online through Sarathi Parivahan before it expires to avoid a late fee, and carry proof of age, address and a recent photo.
Your driving licence is issued by a Regional Transport Office. Browse RTO details, codes and contact numbers by state:
Find answers to the most common questions about driving licence status, renewal, and verification.
Yes, you can renew your driving licence online through the Parivahan Sewa portal or by visiting your local RTO.
A driving licence is generally valid for 20 years or until the licence holder reaches 50 years of age, whichever comes first. For commercial vehicles, the validity is typically five years.
File a police report for the lost licence and apply for a duplicate licence at the RTO with necessary documents like the police report and proof of identity.
Yes, you can update the address on your driving licence by submitting a change of address form along with proof of your new address at the RTO.
You'll need the original driving licence, proof of age and address, passport-size photos, and the renewal fee.
