Odisha - Apply for Driver License (Car, Bike, Motorcycle)


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ProcedureEdit

Apply In-PersonEdit

  1. To apply for a Driver License in Odisha the applicant has to approach the RTO office of the area.
  2. Information related to the RTO offices and licensing authority can be obtained from the “Office Locations and Contacts” Section of this page.
  3. You will have to submit Application either in Form No.4 or Application form no. 6 in front of licensing authority.
  4. Application form no 4 can be downloaded from following link: Form 4
  5. Application form no. 6 can be downloaded from the following link: Form 6
  6. The applicant should make sure they are eligible for applying for driver license by reading through the eligibility criteria that has been listed out under the “Eligibility” section of this page.
  7. Please make sure you have all the documents that are listed down the “Required Documents” section of this page.
  8. Application forms can be obtained from the appropriate RTO offices that should be completed and presented with appropriate fees.
  9. Present the completed application forms in one of the counter and pay the appropriate fee where the officials would start processing your application.
  10. For a Driver License you will be requested to bring your own vehicle where you will be tested for your driving skills.
  11. If the testing authority is satisfied with your driving skills a driving license will be provided.

Apply online via State PortalEdit

  1. You can also apply for driver license online via state portal: State portal
  2. Select the online services tab from the web site page.
  3. From the dropdown menu select “DL Application”
  4. Once you select the option you will be redirected to sarathi portal: Sarathi
  5. Further you can follow the instructions as explained below online application via national portal.
  6. You can also apply online directly via national portal page as explained below.

Apply Online via National Portal - Odisha Apply for driver license online with Images

  1. To Apply for Driver License (Car, Bike, Motorcycle), the applicant can make the application online via the following link link
  2. The applicant has to click “Drivers/ Learners License” and select the respective state from the drop-down menu.
  3. On the next tab, the applicant has to click “Apply for Driving License” and read the instructions and click “Continue”
  4. Next the applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
  5. Make sure that the applicant has to upload all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
  6. Review the application and click “Submit”
  7. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
  8. An acknowledgment receipt will be displayed. Please save it for future reference, it contains the application summary and contact details of the person to be contacted.
  9. Next the applicant should book the slot and visit the office on the respective date.
  10. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.



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Required DocumentsEdit


  • For the permanent Driving License one has to apply before the Licensing Authority along with the following documents:
  1. Application in Form No. 4.: Form 4
  2. Application form no. 6: Form 6
  3. Medical Certificate form no. 1A:Form 1A
  4. Self declaration physical fitness:Form 1
  5. Learner License.
  6. three passport size photographs
  7. Aadhaar Card
  8. Residence Proof (attested copy of)
    • Ration Card with Affidavit or
    • Voter's Identity Card or
    • Certified Copy of Voter List or
    • Life Insurance Policy at least six months old with latest receipt or
    • Valid Passport or
    • Employer's Certificate in case of Central Government /State Government /Local Bodies supported by attested copy of Identity Card.
  9. Age Proof (attested copy of)
    • Educational Certificate or
    • Birth Certificate issued by the Registrar Birth and Death showing the name of the applicant or
    • Life Insurance Policy at least six months old or
    • Valid Passport (Attested) or
    • Employer's Certificate in case of Central Government /State Government /Local Bodies supported by attested copy of Identity Card.
  10. Driving Certificate in form-5 issued by approved Training School (Compulsory for Transport Vehicle License): Form 5
  11. Fees as specified

Office Locations & ContactsEdit



List of all RTO Office Locations for Odisha
Odisha State Transport Authority, Officer list and contact details for: Contacts
Following link gives access to the RTO Portal of Odisha: RTO portal

EligibilityEdit


  • The minimum age to apply for a permanent licence to drive a private motor vehicle is 18 years.
  • You should have a valid learners licence.
  • You should apply after 30 days and within 180 days from the date of issuance of learners licence.
  • A person who is at least 20 years old and possesses a Learners License can obtain a Licence for driving a commercial vehicle. Also, one has to be conversant with the traffic rules and regulations in all the cases.

FeesEdit


Fees
Nature of work
Fees for Issue
Fees for Renewal
Late fees
Issue/Renewal of
learner’s licence
Rs, 30/-
Rs, 30/-
Rs, 30/-
Issue of Driving
Licence is Form 6
Rs.40/-
Rs.40/-
Rs.15/-
Issue of Driving
Licence is Form 7
Rs.150/-
Rs.150/-
Rs.40/-
Driving Test
Rs.40/-


  • More information related to fees can be obtained through following link: related to fees

ValidityEdit


To drive Non Transport vehicle;
  • Up to 50 years of age or 20 years from the date of issue or renewal whichever is earlier.
  • For 5 years from the date of issue/renewal.

To drive Transport vehicle
  • 3 years from the date of issue/renewal.

To drive Transport vehicles carrying goods of dangerous or hazardous nature
  • 1 year from the date of issue/renewal.

Documents to useEdit


  • Application in Form No. 4.: Form 4
  • Application form no. 6: Form 6
  • Medical Certificate form no. 1A: Form 1A
  • Self declaration physical fitness: Form1
  • Driving certificate from driving school in form 5: Form5

Sample DocumentsEdit

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Processing TimeEdit


  • Time limit for processing the certificate: 5 days after passing the test.
  • More information can be obtained via following link: More information

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InstructionsEdit


  • To get a driving license, he/she should know the traffic rules first. Driving license are categorized by vehicle, it is classified into driving license for without gear bike, with and without gear bike, with and without gear bike plus LMVT to drive car, License plus Batch to drive a travels cars, autos, License for Heavy motor vehicle to drive lorry, truck, License HMVT plus batch to drive the heavy load transport vehicle. To get a license first you need take LLR from the RTO office.

Driving Test Rules for bike
  • For all bike, to pass in driving test, he/she will have to ride a bike on path designed as no. 8 in between the 20 meter distance, for turning he/she should put an indicator as well as show a hand signal and to stop the bike we have to raise our hand above the head. This should be done without our legs touching the ground.

Driving Licence Test Rules for car
  • In car testing, for turning he/she should use indicator and to stop the car he/she should show the hand signal used in the bike test, after he/she put the brake in smooth.

Important points for car driving test
  • Shift the gears smoothly, don’t put off the car until you stop the car, use side mirror and rear mirror to drive.
  • During bike driving test RTO stands near the testing area to see how the driver the bike
  • During car driving test RTO sits with you and check how you shift the gears, how you release the clutch.
  • The above points are only noted by RTO officer, if you follow these two points you will get license in 1 week. The test should be conducted on one of the week day. If you fail you will have to reappear for the test some other day.

Required InformationEdit


  1. Name
  2. Date of Birth
  3. Optional/Blood Group
  4. Present address
  5. Marks of identification

Need for the DocumentEdit


  • A Driving Licence is an official document certifying that the holder is suitably qualified to drive a motor vehicle or vehicles. No person can drive a motor vehicle in any public place unless he holds a valid Driving Licence issued to him, authorising him to drive a vehicle of that particular category.

Information which might helpEdit


  • Information related to service and the time limit details can be obtained via following link: Service information
  • In accordance with central motor vehicle act, all the Information which an owner should know if he has a vehicle can be obtained via following link: For Vehicle Owner
  • Applications for a provisional driving licence can be made from the age of 16. Valid for driving a moped or gearless motorcycle (with a capacity of up to 50 cc) from aged 16, and a car from aged 18 or older to drive any other type of vehicle. The common "All India Permit" allows the licensee to drive throughout the country. For driving commercial/transport vehicles, one should obtain endorsement (and a minimum age of 20 years, in some states) in the driving licence to effect under s.3(1) of The Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. Until a driving test (which consists of three sections: verbal or written test (depending on the state), road sign test followed by a supervised driving examination) has been passed a driver may hold only a provisional licence and be subject to certain conditions.
  • The conditions attached to provisional licences of a particular category of vehicle are:
(i) L-plates must be conspicuously displayed on the front and rear of the vehicle.
(ii) Learner drivers of a particular category and transmission type of vehicle must be accompanied by somebody who has held a full driving licence for that category and transmission type, except in the case of solo motorcycles and vehicles of certain categories designed solely for one person.
(iii) Motorcycle riders must not carry any pillion passenger.
(iv) Bus drivers must not carry any passenger except a person giving or receiving instruction.
  • After passing a driving test, the provisional licence may be surrendered in exchange for a full Indian licence for the relevant kind of vehicle. Full car licences allow use of mopeds, motorcycles and cars.
  • Vehicle Categories Related to Driving License in India The different categories of driver’s license include:
(i) MC 50CC – A motorcycle of 50 cc
(ii) MCW or MCWOG – A motorcycle without gear such as moped, scooter, etc.
(iii) MCWG or M/CYCL.WG – License to drive all motorcycles with gear as well as heavy bikes with gear anywhere in India.
(iv) LMV – Light motor vehicle license that includes auto rickshaws, jeep, motor cars, taxi, three-wheeler delivery van, etc.
(v) LMV–NT – A license to drive any light motor vehicle like car for non-commercial transportation that is for personal use.
(vi) LMV–TR – A light motor vehicle – transport license for driving light motor vehicles such as cars for commercial transportation and not valid to drive heavy motor vehicles (HMV).
(vii) HMV – A Heavy Motor Vehicle License that allows you to drive heavy or low motor vehicle ‘Open License’. It is an All India Driving Permit for Cars and Trucks.
  • Classes Related to Driving License in India The different types of driver’s license based on classes related to the type of vehicle in India include:
  • LL: Learner License
  • Be a safe driver, information related to safe driving can be obtained through following link: Safety information

Other Uses of the document and certificateEdit


  • A Driving Licence can be used as a proof for Identity. A modern photo of the driving licence can also serve many of the purposes of an identity card in non-driving contexts (proof of identity (e.g. when opening a bank account) or age (e.g. when applying for a mobile connection).

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