Driving Licence in Goa

Driving or riding on the public roads in Goa requires you a mandatory piece of document to hold, the driving licence. A valid DL has been made compulsory to own by the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. The issuing of a valid driving licence in Goa to the state's people is the responsibility of the Regional Transport Authority of Goa. The authority has several other functions apart from issuing a driving licence. Let us know more about the process of getting different types of licences in Goa to drive around in a vehicle.

Different Types of Driving Licence in Goa

There are six types of driving licences issued by the Regional Transport Authority in Goa.

1. Light Motor Vehicle Licence: Issued for light motor vehicles, such as bikes and cars
2. Medium Motor Vehicle Licence: Issued for medium vehicles such as tempos, delivery trucks, etc.
3. Heavy Motor Vehicle Licence: Issued for heavy vehicles such as commercial trucks, etc.
4. Motorcycle Without Gear Licence: Issued for motorcycles without gears such as mopeds, scooters, etc.
5. Motorcycle With Gear Licence: Issued for motorcycles with gears.
6. Commercial Motor Vehicle Licence: Issued for trucks, trailers, etc.

What is the Eligibility Criteria to Avail Driving Licence in Goa?

To obtain a valid driving licence (Saarthi) in Goa, you have to fulfil all the following conditions on a compulsory basis.

• Applicant must have reached at age of 18 years or above
• Must hold a valid learner’s licence
• A permanent driving licence in Goa can only be applied for after completing 30 days or within 180 days of availing a learner’s licence.
• For a commercial or transport vehicle licence, the applicant must be at least 20 years old.
• Knowledge about traffic rules and regulations

What are the Documents Required to Apply for Driving Licence in Goa?

Following are the documents you require to submit for availing of a driving licence in Goa:

• Age Proof (Birth Certificate, High school certificate, Voters ID, passport, etc.)
• Address Proof (Voter’s ID, Ration card, LIC policy bond, Valid passport, Employer’s Certificate issued by State or Central Government)
• Three passport-sized photographs
• Valid learner’s licence
• Medical fitness certificate
• Application Form 4

How to Apply for a Driving Licence in Goa?

For a driving licence (Saarthi) in Goa, you can apply through any mode offline or online; read the details for both the processes below.

• Online method: For an online application for a driving licence in Goa, you need to visit Parivahan Sewa’s official website and click on 'Application for New Driving Licence.' Now, fill all the required details carefully and upload your documents. With the application number provided to you, fix a schedule for the driving test, and appear for the test on a given date. If you pass the test, your driving licence will be granted.
• Offline method: Visit the Goa Transport website, go to the form section and download the application for a new driving licence. Print the form, fill it with required details and submit it to the nearest RTO office along with all the needed documents. With the application number provided to you, fix a schedule for the driving test, and appear for the test on a given date. If you pass the test, your driving licence will be granted.

How to Avail a Duplicate Driving Licence in Goa?

To obtain a duplicate driving licence (Saarthi) in Goa, you require the following documents:

• Application form
• Two passport-sized photos
• A copy of the PAN card
• Challan clearance report (commercial DL)
• Copy of FIR (if stolen)
• Damaged DL
• Application form LLD

One can avail a duplicate DL in Goa through the online or offline methods mentioned above.

How to Avail a Renewed Driving Licence in Goa?

To renew your driving licence in Goa, you need to have the following documents:

• Duly-filled application form
• A copy of DL
• Copy of Identity proof
• Medical fitness certificate
• Two passport-sized photos
• A copy of the PAN card
• Challan clearance report (commercial DL)

You can avail a renewed DL in Goa through the online or offline methods mentioned above.

How to Avail an International Driving Licence in Goa?

You can get an international DL in Goa through the online or offline process. To apply for an international driving licence in Goa, you should visit the nearest RTO with the following documents:

• Application form for international DL
• Valid Indian DL
• Challan clearance report
• Medical fitness certificate
• Identity proof
• Residence proof
• Two passport-sized photographs

How to Avail a Commercial Driving Licence in Goa?

For availing of a commercial driving licence (Saarthi) in Goa, you need the following documents: 

• Address proof
• Identity proof
• Form 1A for medical fitness
• Form 5
• Form 2
• Three Passport-sized photographs

You can avail the CDL in Goa through the online or offline method mentioned above.

How to Check Driving Licence Status in Goa?

You can check the status of your driving licence (Saarthi) in Goa online by following the given steps:

1. Visit Parivahan Sewa’s official website
2. Click on 'Online Services.' in the menu
3. Click on 'Driving Licence Related Services'
4. Select the state as Karnataka and click on 'Apply Online'
5. Click on ‘Application Status’
6. Enter the required details and submit

Driving Licence Test Procedure in Goa

The driving licence test in Goa is conducted by an Inspector from the RTO. This test examines your awareness and knowledge about the various traffic rules in Goa. Qualifying the test will grant you a learner’s licence. After 30 days, apply for a permanent DL test. Passing it will make you avail permanent DL in Goa

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