Driving Licence — Apply Online, Status & RC (Vahan Sarathi)
Driving licence and vehicle registration services run on Parivahan, the national transport portal of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. The Sarathi service covers licences and the Vahan service covers vehicle registration.
Related: Sarkari Kaam • Government Schemes
Details
| Listing | Driving Licence — Apply Online, Status & RC (Vahan Sarathi) |
|---|---|
| Section | Sarkari Kaam |
| Listing type | Government service |
| Dates / fees | See the official portal |
| Official Website | parivahan.gov.in |
Important Links
| Official Website | parivahan.gov.in |
|---|---|
| Back to List | Sarkari Kaam |
Official portal: parivahan.gov.in.
How to Apply for a Driving Licence Online
On the Parivahan portal linked on this page you can apply for a learner's licence, apply for a driving licence after holding a learner's licence, renew a licence, check the status of an application, and check a vehicle's registration certificate (RC) details. The portal also lists the fee for each service — see the official portal for the current fee and the documents it asks for.
- Open the official Parivahan portal link given in Important Links on this page.
- Choose the Sarathi service for licences, or the Vahan service for vehicle RC details.
- Select your state and the service you need — learner's licence, driving licence, renewal or status.
- Fill in the form and upload the documents the portal asks for.
- Pay the fee shown on the portal, book a slot if the service asks for one, and save the application number.
Documents Needed
- Aadhaar card, as identity and address proof.
- A recent passport-size photograph, as the form asks for.
- Your learner's licence details, if you are applying for a driving licence.
- Your mobile number, for OTP and updates from the portal.
Update Mobile Number on DL or RC
Your mobile number on a driving licence is updated through the Sarathi service, and on a vehicle RC through the Vahan service, both on the Parivahan portal linked on this page. Keep the mobile number updated so OTPs and status messages from the transport department reach you.
Safety Note
Never pay a private website or agent to apply for a government service or scheme, and never share your Aadhaar number, bank details or one-time password (OTP) with anyone who offers to do it for you. Use only the official portal linked on this page, and check every detail on the official portal before you apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
how to apply for driving licence online Sarkari Result Today?
Apply on the official Parivahan portal at parivahan.gov.in, linked on this page. Choose the Sarathi service, select your state, and fill the form for a learner's or driving licence.
how to check driving licence status Sarkari Result Today?
Check the status on parivahan.gov.in with the application number from your application. The portal shows the current stage of the licence application.
how to check vehicle rc status Sarkari Result Today?
Check RC details on the Vahan service of parivahan.gov.in by entering the vehicle registration number. The portal shows the registered owner and validity details.
what is the official website of driving licence Sarkari Result Today?
The official website is parivahan.gov.in — use the official website link on this page.
Private portal — not a government website. Always verify on the official website before applying. Never pay a private site to apply.