Driving Licence in Surat

A valid driving licence is required for driving either a two-wheeler or four-wheeler. In the case of Surat, anyone who knows how to drive and is at least 18 years old can receive a driving licence in Surat from their state's or city's Regional Transport Authority. The driving licence issued in any state of India is valid everywhere in the country. Let’s know more about the types of DL available for the public of Surat.

Various Types of Driving Licence in Surat

Licence for two-wheeler: MCWOG (Motorcycle Without Gear) licence, motorcycle with gear- M/CYCL.WG or MCWG

Licence for four-wheeler:

• ARNT- Auto Rickshaw Non-Transport
• ART: Auto Rickshaw - Mode of Transportation
• LMC- Light Motor Vehicle
• LMV-T stands for Light Motor Vehicle
• MGV - Medium Goods Vehicle. Vehicle
• MPV- Medium Passenger Vehicle
• Licence for heavy vehicles
• HGV- Heavy Goods Vehicle
• HPV- Heavy Passenger Vehicle
• HTV- Heavy Transport Vehicle (Valid for both Goods and Passenger Vehicles)
• HZRD- Hazardous Materials Heavy Transport Vehicle

Eligibility Criteria to Avail Driving Licence (Saarthi) in Surat

An applicant must complete the following eligibility conditions to receive a driver's licence in Surat:  

• To drive a motorcycle with an engine capacity of less than 50cc, an applicant must be at least 16 years old.
• To receive a driving licence for a light motor vehicle or a motorcycle with gear, an applicant must be at least 18 years old.
• To get a heavy motor vehicle driver's licence, an applicant must be at least 20 years old.
• The applicant for a commercial driver's licence must have at least one year of experience driving a light motor vehicle and have passed class 8.
• Applicants must have successfully qualified for the learning licence.
• Applicants need to wait for 30 days or 180 days from the date when the learning licence is matured.

Necessary Documents Required to Apply for Driving Licence in Surat

To be qualified for a driving licence in Surat, the applicant must have the following documents:

• If you're applying for a commercial driver's licence, you'll need to fill out Form 5.
• If you're applying for a driver's licence for a private vehicle, you'll need to fill out Form 4.
• Ration card, Aadhar card, PAN card, telephone bill, LIC insurance bond, voter's ID, and other age and address proof papers.
• An INR 200 application fee is required.
• Fees of INR 50/- for the driving licence test plus three copies of passport-size photographs.

Procedure to Obtain Driving Licence (Saarthi) in Surat

• Through the website- parivahan.gov.in/parivahan/, an individual can apply for an online driving licence in Surat. The applicant must first select online services before proceeding with driving licence-related services. The applicant will then have to choose from a variety of driving licence providers before uploading papers and paying payments online. The applicant will need to go to the RTO for document verification, after which a DL will be granted.
• The applicant can also apply for a driver's licence at the RTO office in person. The form can be picked up at the RTO office or downloaded online. The form, along with the appropriate documentation, must be filled out and submitted to the RTO office. The DL will be sent to the applicant once the documents have been confirmed.

How to Obtain a Duplicate DL in Surat?

You will need the following documents for availing a duplicate DL in Surat:

• Details of the original driving licence
• Application form 1 and LLD
• Copy of the FIR of the stolen DL

How to Renew Your Driving Licence (Saarthi) in Surat?

Driving licence renewal in Surat can be done online at parivahan.gov.in, or the applicant can apply in person at the RTO office. After the application has been processed, the applicant must go to the RTO office to have the paperwork verified.

• Original driver's licence and duly completed application form 9
• Documents with verification of age and address
• Application fees of INR 250 if submitted before the end of the 30-day grace period, and a penalty of INR 50, if submitted after the grace period.
• 2 passport size photographs

How to Avail of An International Driving Licence in Surat?

Applying for an international driving licence in Surat is simple because you can do it online at parivahan.gov.in or the RTO office. 

Surat's requirements for obtaining an international driver's licence:

• Valid driver's licence
• Photocopies of passport-size photos
• Documents proving your age and valid address
• A valid passport and visa
• INR 1000 application fee is required

How to Avail of a Commercial Driving Licence in Surat?

A commercial driving licence (CDL) can be applied online or offline.

• To apply for a CDL online, go to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways' Saarthi website and download and fill out Form No. 4.
• All essential documents, as well as Forms 1A and 5, should be uploaded (training and medical certificates).
• After submitting your application, you will be given a serial number to use when taking your driving test.

How to Check Driving Licence Status in Surat?

The Surat State Transportation Department website can be used to check the status of a driving licence application. Alternatively, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways' website can be used. The steps to test the status using the first technique are as follows:

Step 1: Go to the State Transport Department's website.

Step 2: Select 'DL and LL registration' from the drop-down menu.

Step 3: A new page will open, where you should click 'Know your application status.'

Step 4: Type your application number in the box provided.

Step 5: After clicking the 'Submit' button, the status of your application will be visible.

Driving Licence Test Procedure in Surat

An applicant for a driving licence in Surat must take a driving licence test, after which the applicant will be awarded a driver's licence. The DL will be given to the applicant at their registered address after the paperwork is submitted and the fee is paid. The applicant must bring their vehicle to the test, and they will be required to drive over the designated tracks, where their knowledge and familiarity with the vehicle, as well as traffic norms and regulations will be assessed.