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LEARNER LICENCEDo you require a medical certificate to obtain learner
licence?
No, not if you are below forty years of age and applying
for a learner’s
licence or a driving licence to drive a non transport (private)
vehicle. But if you have attained the age of forty years
or want to be driver
of a commercial or transport vehicle, a medical certificate in
Form 1A is mandatory.
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Do you have to take a test ?
Yes, the Licensing Authority will put you through a preliminary verbal
or written test on road signs and rules of the road as well as
an eye test to rule out the possibility of colour blindness. This
CD-ROM gives you some basic information on rules of the road and
traffic signs. If you pass this test, you will be given the learner’s
licence immediately.
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Will you be asked to drive a vehicle?
No, Not at this stage.
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What exactly does this licence entitle you to ?
It allows you to learn to drive with a regular and experienced driver
of your choice. If you want to drive a motor car or a two-wheeler,
this would have to be along with a friend, relative or an instructor
of a driving school as long as he/she holds a valid driving licence.
We would recommend the last. But, be careful to pick on an instructor
from a school recognised by the Transport Department.
If you want
to become a professional driver and drive commercial, passenger
or goods vehicles, you will have to be trained at a driving
school duly recognised by the Transport Department.
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For how long is a learner’s
licence valid ?
Six months.
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Is it valid outside my city ?
Yes, it is valid throughout India.
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Is this licence renewable ?
Yes, as long as you get it renewed prior to the date of its expiry.
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While learning, are there any rules to be observed ?
Yes, there are two rules. The first is that you must paste or paint
an ‘ L’ sign at the back and front of your vehicle
in red, on a white background and the second is that you must at
all times be accompanied by a person holding a regular licence.
If you are learning how to drive a two-wheeler, you cannot carry
any other person on the pillion except your instructor.
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DRIVING LICENCECan your instructor accompany you for the test ?
No. You will be tested for your driving abilities by an Inspector
of the Transport Department.
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How will you be tested ?
The test is given under actual driving conditions. It is generally
given in the vehicle you take along, if it is the type of vehicle
which you have applied for.
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What should you prepare for ?
Apart from the obvious driving skills, you will be tested on your
ability to manoeuvre your vehicle in a crowded area and to park
in a narrow space using a combination of forward and reverse gears.
The theoretical part of the test pertains to your ability to recognise
road signs.
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What happens if you fail the test ?
You return to your instructor for a few more lessons to rectify your
mistakes. When you are more confident, return for another test
after specified period.
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If you pass the test then when do you get the driving licence ?
The same day.
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RENEWING YOUR LICENCE
What happens if you forget to renew your licence ?
You can renew it within 5 years from its date of expiry. Penalty
for late renewal is charged after the first 30 days of expiry.
But remember that driving with an expired licence is an offence.
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What if you lose the licence ?
Primarily, we suggest you should not. But if you somehow do manage
to, we recommend that you take the precaution to note the details
of your licence in your dairy, or retain a photocopy immediately
after issuance .
In case this information is not available it would
be less painful to apply afresh.
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What is the procedure to get a duplicate licence ?
You will require :
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Application in Form LLD. |
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FIR of the lost licence. |
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Challan clearance report from Traffic Police (in case of Commercial
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Fee as applicable. |
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