When the Motor
Vehicles Act of 1988 was passed, it stated that if anyone wished to drive a
vehicle in the country of India, they would first require a valid driving
licence. Over the years, the act has seen multiple amendments and today, anyone
who wishes to drive a vehicle must first obtain a learner’s licence. In Kota,
Rajasthan, people can apply for a learner’s licence online as well as offline.
Both procedures are relatively simple and are designed to be user-friendly for
all ages. The application methods require applicants to fill forms and give a
learner’s licence test before they can be issued a licence.
In Kota, a person interested in holding a learner’s
licence can either choose to apply online through the official portals or
offline through the respected RTO’s. Let’s take a closer look at the different
methods of applying for a LL.
Online Application
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The online method of application is considered the quicker and more convenient way when it comes to getting a learner’s licence. This is because the majority of people applying either have access to the internet or own and use a smartphone on a daily basis. When applying online, applicants must visit the official website for the Rajasthan Transport Department – http://www.transport.rajasthan.gov.in/content/transportportal/en.html or the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways website – https://parivahan.gov.in/parivahan/. These websites offer any information required to complete the application process including the application forms. Once the forms are downloaded, applicants must fill them in correctly and submit them with the requested documentation. After submission, applicants are required to make the application fee payment through the various online portals available online. Then, the applicants have to select a date and time slot to appear for the learner’s licence test at the RTO located nearest to them. On the chosen date, the applicants must visit the RTO and give the test. Only when the applicants clear the test successfully, will the RTO issue the licence on the same day.
Offline Application
For those people who believe in the traditional methods of application, the offline application process offers a number of advantages. While the online process eliminates the need for standing in queues, the offline process reduces the risk of an incomplete or faulty payment. Offline applicants must visit the RTO in their city which is located closest to the registered address. The application forms can be found at the RTO or can be downloaded from the above-mentioned websites. Once the forms are completely filled in, the applicants must attach copies of the documents listed in the forms for verification. After the verification process is complete, applicants can make the fee payment at the RTO payment counters. Lastly, applicants must select a date and time to appear for the learner’s licence test which will take place at the same RTO. On the selected date, the applicants must visit the RTO again and give the test. If the applicants successfully clear the test, the RTO will issue the learner’s licence on the same day or will post it to the registered address.
Before
a person can obtain a LL in Kota, they are required to mention the type of
vehicle they wish to drive in the application forms. In Kota, there are several
types of learner’s licence to choose from:
Learner’s Licence for non-geared motorcycles.
Learner’s Licence for geared motorcycles.
Learner’s Licence for LMV or Light Motor Vehicles.
Learner’s Licence for Medium Goods Vehicles.
Learner’s Licence for MPV or Medium Passenger Vehicles.
Learner’s Licence for HGV or Heavy Goods Vehicles.
Learner’s Licence for HPV or Heavy Passenger Vehicles.
Learner’s Licence for Invalid Carriage.
Learner’s Licence for motor vehicles with specific descriptions.
Kota Learner’s Licence (LL) – Eligibility Criteria
Before
an applicant can receive their learner’s licence, they are meant to clear some
important criteria. Listed below are those criteria’s:
The minimum age required to obtain a learner’s licence for a Light Motor Vehicle in Kota is 18-years.
The minimum age required to obtain a learner’s licence for a non-geared motorcycle up to 50cc engine capacity is 16-years. They should also possess a letter of consent from the parents or guardian.
The minimum age required to obtain a learner’s licence for a Commercial Vehicle in Kota is 20-years.
Anyone applying for a learner’s licence must have a knowledge of the Kota traffic rules and regulations.
Documents Required for Learning Licence in Kota
There
are a number of documents required for an applicant to attach to the
application forms when submitting it at the RTO. Here are the documents
required when applying for a LL in Kota:
Form No. 2 completely and correctly filled.
Fees – Rs. 150 for the application and Rs. 50 for the test.
How to Apply for Learning Licence Offline in Kota?
As
mentioned earlier, applying for a learner’s licence offline in Kota is often
considered by a number of people in the state. Below are the steps you should
follow to apply for a LL offline:
Step 1: Visit the nearest RTO.
Step 2: Ask for the learner’s licence application form and other required forms or download and print them from https://parivahan.gov.in/parivahan/.
Step 3: Completely fill in the forms and attach the requested documents.
Step 4: Submit the form along with the documents and passport-sized photographs.
Step 5: Pay the application fees.
Step 6: Choose a slot to take the learner’s licence test.
Step 7: Visit the RTO on the selected date and give the test.
Step 8: If cleared successfully, the RTO will issue the learner’s licence to the registered address or immediately to the applicant.
Choosing
to apply for a learner’s licence online in Kota can be extremely convenient for
anyone who has access to the internet. Here are the important steps one should
follow to successfully apply for a LL online in Kota:
How to Apply for a Duplicate Learning License in Kota?
In case a learner’s licence is misplaced, stolen, or damaged, a holder can apply for a duplicate learner’s licence by visiting the RTO from where the original LL was issued. When applying for the duplicate LL, the applicant is required to attach the required documents and pay a nominal fee.
You
might find some mistakes with your learner’s licence when you receive it and
you should immediate contact the RTO to make the required changes. Being an
important document, a learner’s licence should not have an incorrect name,
address, or any other information. Here is how you can make corrections to your
learner’s licence:
Any corrections to the learner’s licence can only be made by the
RTO that issued the learner’s licence and no other RTO in the state.
The documents specified by the RTO should be presented to make the
corrections.
A copy of the learner’s licence must be submitted to the RTO along
with an application for the requested changes.
Once the application is approved, a nominal fee will be required
to be paid by the applicant after which a receipt will be issued.
The fee payment receipt can be used as proof till the new
learner’s licence is issued by the RTO.
Learning Licence Test Procedure in Kota
When
the application form has been correctly filled out and the documents are
attached and submitted, the applicant must then choose a day and time slot to
appear for the test. Only if the test is cleared by the applicant will the
learner’s licence be issued by the RTO. Here is the procedure of the LL test in
Kota:
The LL test shows the applicant’s knowledge about traffic rules
and regulations, signs, and safety measures.
It is a written test and is conducted in front of a Motor Vehicles
Inspector.
Applicants who have completed SSC are given the written test while
others receive an oral test.
If the applicant does not successfully pass the test, they can
re-appear for the test on the following day.
If the applicant clears the test, the learner’s licence will be
issued immediately.
Once cleared, the applicant is required to have an “L” symbol on
their vehicle and can only drive with an experienced driver present.
