In 2020, the number of registered vehicles in Uttarakhand was more than 2.9 million. Thus, strict traffic regulations have become a norm in the state, making it essential for people to carry a valid driving licence when driving on public roads.

Moreover, according to the Motor Vehicles Act 1988, individuals may face a ₹5,000 fine and a 6-month jail sentence if found driving without a valid DL. 

Thus, if your driving licence is nearing expiry, keep reading to learn the application steps for Uttarakhand DL renewal and other variables.

In Uttrakhand, private driving licences have a validity period of 20 years from the date of issue or till the holder attains 40 years of age. After this, the DL is renewable for a period of 10 years and 5 years thereafter.

Additionally, the DL validity period for commercial vehicles is 5 years, and for goods carrying hazardous vehicles, it is 3 years.

All DL holders get a 30-day grace period after the licence expiry date for filing renewal applications. If they apply within this time period, they do not have to pay any additional charges.

In case you file your DL renewal application after the 30-day grace period, the applicable charges are ₹300. Post this, a ₹1,000 fine is applicable for each year's delay in licence renewal after the grace period expiry.

Moreover, renew your driving licence within 5 years from expiry to be eligible for DL renewal. You need to apply for a new driving licence by clearing the driving test and paying the requisite fees.

• Step 1: Individuals have to visit the Parivahan Seva website and select “Driving Licence Related Services” under the “Online Services” tab.

• Step 2: Scroll down and set the state as “Uttarakhand”.

• Step 3: Click on “Apply for DL Renewal”.

• Step 4: Read all the instructions, download Form 1-A (if required) and click on “Continue”.

• Step 5: Enter details like the DL number, date of birth and captcha code and tap on “Proceed”.

• Step 6: Individuals have to pay renewal fees and wait for scrutiny by authorities.

An acknowledgement receipt will display on the screen.

It is advisable to print this receipt for future needs. They have to submit this receipt to the nearest RTO to get their driving licence.

Individuals comfortable with offline procedures can follow the mentioned steps to renew their driving licence in Uttarakhand.

An individual has to download Form 9 and Form 1A from the Parivahan Seva website. They have to fill in the details and submit it to the nearest RTO office.

They have to submit required documents, passport size picture and acknowledgement receipt along with the forms for Uttarakhand driving licence renewal.

Individuals have to pay a renewal fee to complete the application. They will receive the updated licence after passing the verification process.

Hence, it is essential to keep the necessary documents for application handy. These documents will help prove vehicle ownership till the renewed licence reaches by post.

The documents needed to submit to renew a driving licence online in Uttarakhand and offline are as follows.

• Application Form No. 2

• Self-declaration of physical fitness through Form No.1

• Fees specified in rule-81

• Medical Certificate or Form 1-A

• Old driving licence

• Passport photographs

As mentioned earlier, individuals have to pay fees against the renewal of their driving licence in Uttarakhand.

After completing the online driving licence renewal in Uttarakhand application, individuals can check the Parivahan portal for status updates.

The steps for the same are as follows:

• Step 1: Visit the Parivahan Sewa website.

• Step 2: Go to the “Online Services” tab and click on “Driving Licence Related Services”.

• Step 3: When the page loads, click on “Application Status” on the screen’s upper-right corner.

• Step 4: Enter application number, captcha, birth date, and other necessary details and submit.

The redirected page will show your application status.

Alternatively, one can log into the Uttarakhand State Transport website and check the status. The steps are as follows.

• Step 1: Visit the Uttarakhand State Transport website.

• Step 2: Select “Online Services for Public” and then click on “Know Your DL Status”.

The platform will redirect you to the Parivahan website.

• Step 3: Enter driving licence number, birth date and verification code. Click on “Check Status”.

The screen will display your driving licence status.

These are needed information on DL renewal in Uttarakhand. Individuals should know that the mentioned fees are subject.  Hence, it is essential to keep a tab over new regulations and terms to streamline application.

Here are some guidelines which you must keep in mind when renewing your driving licence in Uttarakhand:

• If you are above 40 or have any ongoing medical condition, submitting Form 1-A is mandatory during licence renewal.

• In case you do not apply for DL renewal within a year of the grace period expiry date, you need to reappear for the driving test to renew your licence.

• A ₹300 charge will be applicable for licence renewal applications after the 30-day grace period.

• You can apply for an address change while renewing your driving licence by paying a nominal ₹200 fee and submitting the required documents.