Your driving licence is the key to your independence and mobility on the roads. Driving without one will inevitably lead to a higher chance of accidents, chaos at every corner, speed limit breaches, and an absolute mockery of law and order.
Fortunately, our government mandates a driving licence for anyone who drives a motor vehicle. Driving licences aim at ensuring legal compliance, safety, and responsible driving. If you have a valid driving licence, you can drive to places confidently without any hindrances.
So, if you’re all set to get a licence, here’s how you can make the wait less excruciating and check your driving licence status online in Maharashtra.
There are two ways to check your driving licence application status online:
Step 1 : Visit the official Parivahan website https://parivahan.gov.in/parivahan/.
Step 2 : You will be redirected to the Sarathi Parivahan portal. Here, select “Driving Licence Related Services.”
Step 3 : Select your state.
Step 4 : After viewing the available options, click on “Application Status.”
Step 5 : Enter your application number, date of birth and captcha code.
Step 6 : Click on submit and your application status will appear on your screen.
Step 1 : Visit the Maharashtra Regional Transport website, select “Citizen Service” from the main menu and choose Learner’s Permit. Click on “Apply Online.”
Step 2 : This will redirect you to the Sarathi Parivahan portal.
Step 3 : Click on “Application Status.”
Step 4 : Enter your application number, date of birth and captcha code.
Step 5 : Click on submit and your application status will appear on your screen.
DL Extract is the process of verification of driving licences for use abroad. This is a Verification Letter/NOC to permit the use of an Indian driving licence abroad.
Note: If you wish to apply for a DL extract or check the status of your application, you can visit the Sarathi Parivahan portal and view the same using the abovementioned steps.
A Driver’s Licence Backlog is when manual data needs to be entered since it hasn’t been digitised yet. While the Transport Department completes such data entry at its end, you can contact the Zonal Office/Transport Department to get your DL data entered.
Note: If you wish to get your DL Backlog data entered into the digital records, you will need to visit the Transport Department office with your official documents for verification.
Here are some tips to help you check the status of your driving licence in Maharashtra:
Here are some facts that every licence holder in India must know:
Q. How long does it take to get a driving licence in Maharashtra?
It takes 30 days to get your driving licence after the date of the driving test. You can start checking your driving licence status two weeks after clearing your driving test in Maharashtra.
Q. What is the difference between DL and DL extract?
A DL is a regular licence that permits you to drive anywhere in India, whereas a DL extract is a verification letter for your driving licence that may be required when you visit a foreign country to prove that you hold a valid DL.
Q. Is there any fee to check the driving licence status?
There is no fee to access the website or check driving licence status.
Q. Can I drive on public roads with a learner’s driving licence?
Yes, you can drive on public roads with a learner’s driving licence. However, you must be accompanied by someone carrying a permanent/valid driving licence.
Q. For how long is a learner’s driving licence valid?
A learner’s driving licence is valid for 6 months or 180 days. However, the licence holder must apply for a permanent driving licence after 30 days and before 180 days from the date of issuance of the learner’s licence.
Q. Can I renew a learner’s driving licence?
Yes, a learner’s driving licence can be renewed if it expires.
Q. Can I reappear for my driving test if I fail on the first attempt?
Yes, you can reappear for your driving test after 7 days of your first attempt.
Q. What is the legal age for driving in India?
The legal age for driving a geared vehicle is 18 years, while the legal age for driving non-geared vehicles is 16 years.
Q. If I have an existing driving licence, how do I check its status?
You can check the status of your existing driving licence here.
Q. How do I download my driving licence on DigiLocker?
Here’s how you can download your driving licence on DigiLocker:
Step 1: Visit the https://www.digilocker.gov.in/ or app and sign up.
Step 2: Select “Get more Issued Documents” from the “Issued Documents” menu. Click on “Pull documents”.
Step 3: Select “Ministry of Road Transport and Highways” under “Central Government”.
Step 4: Click on “Driving Licence” under “Document Type”. Enter your details: name, date of birth, and driving licence number. Click on “Get Document.” This will download your DL on your phone.
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