The Motor
Vehicles Act of 1988 made it mandatory for any person who wishes to drive a
vehicle in India to first hold a valid permanent driving licence. Earlier,
people could simply apply for a driving licence and after giving the test, they
could acquire it. Today, it is a bit different as people must first apply and
obtain a learner’s licence before they can move on to a driving licence. In Mizoram,
there are 2 ways to apply for a learner’s licence which makes it easier for
everyone. There is an online method as well as an offline method. Both
procedures require the applicants to fill in forms and attach documents for
submission. There is also an application fee that must be paid before they can
give the learner’s licence test. Only if the test is cleared will the RTO issue
the licence to the applicant.
Both the online and offline methods for learner’s
licence application in Mizoram are quick, efficient, and user-friendly. Here is
a closer look at the online and offline application processes for a learner’s
licence in Mizoram:
Online Application
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Technology has become a major part of our daily routine and this has
also been implemented by the Transport Departments of different states in
India. In Mizoram, the majority of people use smartphones or have access to the
internet and this makes applying online for a learner’s licence a lot easier.
To gain access to the application forms, applicants can either visit the
website for the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways – https://parivahan.gov.in/parivahan/
or the official Transport Department of Mizoram website – https://transport.mizoram.gov.in/.
Using these websites, applicants can learn more about the application process
and what are the documents required for a successful submission. After the
forms are filled in correctly, the applicant must scan and attach the documents
listed in the forms. Then, the application fee must be paid through the online
banking portal. Finally, the applicant must select a date and time to appear
for the learner’s licence test at the RTO closest to the registered address. On
the chosen date, the applicant must visit the RTO and give the test. If the
test is cleared, the RTO will either issue the licence on the same day at the
RTO or send it via speed post to the registered address.
Offline Application
The offline application process is more of the traditional method but many people still believe that it is the more secure option. When applying offline, applicants must visit the nearest RTO in their city. There, they will find all the forms that are required for applying for a learner’s licence in Mizoram. In the forms, the applicant will be able to find the required documents for verification and they must attach the copies of these documents to the forms before submission. After the forms are verified, the applicant must make the payment for the fees and select a date and time to appear for the learner’s licence test. On the selected date, the applicant must visit the RTO once again to give the test. If the applicant successfully clears the test, the RTO will issue the licence immediately or will send it through post to the address registered in the form.
In Mizoram,
there are a number of different types of vehicles that a person can choose to
drive. This also means that there are a number of different learner’s licences
to choose from. In order for an applicant to get a learner’s licence, they must
specify the type of vehicle they choose to drive using the licence. While
filling in the form, the applicant must mention the vehicle type from the list
of available options. Here are the types of learner’s licences available in Mizoram:
Learner’s Licence for non-geared motorcycles.
Learner’s Licence for geared motorcycles.
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 LMV or Light Motor Vehicles.
Learner’s Licence for Invalid Carriage.
Learner’s Licence for motor vehicles with specific descriptions.
The
learner’s licence eligibility criteria depends and varies on the type of
vehicle chosen by the applicant in Mizoram. Listed here are those criteria:
The minimum age required to obtain a learner’s licence for a non-geared motorcycle up to 50cc engine capacity is 16-years.
The minimum age required to obtain a learner’s licence for a Light Motor Vehicle in Mizoram is 18-years.
The minimum age required to obtain a learner’s licence for a Commercial Vehicle in Mizoram is 20-years.
Anyone applying for a learner’s licence must have a knowledge of the Mizoram traffic rules and regulations.
Documents Required for Learning Licence in Mizoram
As
mentioned earlier, there are a number of documents that are required to be
attached when filling and submitting the application form. These documents are
extremely important for verifying the applicant’s information and details. Here
are the documents required when applying for a learner’s licence in Mizoram:
Form No. 2 completely and correctly filled.
Fees – Application: Rs. 150 and Test: Rs. 50.
Age Proof – Ration Card, Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID, Birth Certificate, LIC Policy.
How to Apply for a Duplicate Learning License in Mizoram?
In
case the learner’s licence is damaged, misplaced, lost, or stolen, the holder
must immediately inform the RTO and make a written application for a duplicate
licence. In the case of the licence being stolen, the holder must first lodge
an FIR with the local police and attach the same when submitting the
application. There is a nominal fee that is required to be paid when applying
for a duplicate licence.
Documents required while applying for a duplicate learning license in Mizoram
The
below-mentioned documents are required when applying for a duplicate learner’s
licence in Mizoram:
In case the licence was stolen or lost, a copy of the FIR lodged with the police.
Duplicate learner’s licence application fees.
Correctly filled application form or Form LLD.
Documents for age and address proof.
Learner’s licence details.
An affidavit that states the reason for the licence being lost.
Steps to apply for a Duplicate Learning Licence in Mizoram:
In order to apply for a duplicate learner’s licence
in Mizoram, the applicant should follow the below-mentioned steps:
Step 1: Visit the RTO office or website and correctly fill in the LLD form.
Step 2: Attach the requested documents
Step 3: Attach two passport-sized photographs.
Step 4: Enter the details of the misplaced/stolen learner’s licence.
Step 5: Lodge an FIR if the learner’s license was stolen and attach a copy of it with the form.
Step 6: Pay the requested application fees.
How to Make Corrections in Learner’s License?
The
learner’s licence is the most important document for anyone who is starting
their driving experience in India. This means that the information listed on
the document must be completely accurate. However, sometimes the RTO can make a
few mistakes on the licence and this should be corrected immediately. The holder
must check all the information thoroughly and submit a written application to
the RTO with all the changes that need to be made. Along with the application,
the holder must submit copies of the documents that prove the correct
information. A small application fee is also required to be paid. Here are some
important tips when applying for corrections on the 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 Mizoram:
When
the applicant successfully submits the application form and pays the fees, they
must select a date and time to appear for the learner’s licence test at the
RTO. While the test itself is quite easy to clear, there are some vital points
you have to keep in mind before giving it. Follow these tips and you should
have no worries in clearing the test.
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 or can be done online as well.
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.
