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How to Apply for Learner's Licence Online via Parivahan Sarathi

Complete guide on how to apply for an Indian Learner's Licence (LL) online from home using Aadhaar authentication, syllabus, mock tests, fee payment, and passing the online computer test.

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Rajesh K. Sharma
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Fact-Checked by: Adv. S. Ramanathan, Administrative Law Consultant

1. Introduction

Under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 and the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, obtaining a Learner’s Licence (LL) is the mandatory statutory first step before an individual can operate a motor vehicle on public roads or apply for a permanent driving licence.

Through the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) centralized Sarathi platform (sarathi.parivahan.gov.in), Indian citizens in almost all states can complete the entire LL process—from application and document verification to the computerized road-safety test—completely online from home via Aadhaar-based faceless authentication.

2. Quick Answer: 3 Steps to Get Your Learner’s Licence

  1. Apply Online on Sarathi: Visit sarathi.parivahan.gov.in, choose your state, select Apply for Learner Licence, and authenticate via Aadhaar OTP (no RTO visit needed).
  2. Pay Fee & Watch Safety Tutorial: Pay the fee (₹200 for one class, ₹350 for two classes) and watch the mandatory road safety tutorial video on the portal.
  3. Take Online Test & Download LL: Take the 15-question proctored webcam test from home. Upon passing, download your digitally signed Learner’s Licence instantly.

3. Eligibility Criteria

  • Motorcycle Without Gear (< 50cc): Age 16 years or older (parental consent on Form 2 mandatory).
  • Light Motor Vehicle (LMV Car / Jeep) & Motorcycle With Gear (MCWG): Age 18 years or older.
  • Transport / Commercial Vehicle: Age 20 years or older, with minimum 1 year of holding a valid LMV permanent driving licence.
  • Physical Fitness: Self-declaration on Form 1 (for applicants under 40 years applying for non-transport category). Form 1A certified by a registered medical practitioner is mandatory for applicants above 40 years or applying for transport licences.

4. Documents Required

When applying via Aadhaar Authentication, no physical document scans are required because UIDAI supplies verified identity, photo, and address details.

If applying without Aadhaar (Non-Aadhaar Mode, requires RTO visit):

  • Proof of Age: Class 10 Marksheet, Birth Certificate, Passport, or PAN Card.
  • Proof of Address: Voter ID, Electricity Bill, Registered Rent Agreement, or Passport.
  • Medical Certificate (Form 1A): If age is above 40 years.
  • Recent Passport Photos: 3 copies (if non-Aadhaar).

5. Step-by-Step Online Application via Sarathi

  1. Open https://sarathi.parivahan.gov.in.
  2. Select your State from the drop-down menu.
  3. On the dashboard, click Apply for Learner Licence.
  4. Click Continue on the instructional screen.
  5. Select: Applicant does not hold Driving/Learner Licence.
  6. Select Authentication Mode:
    • Submit via Aadhaar Authentication (Recommended: 100% Faceless, no RTO visit).
  7. Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number, enter the OTP received on your mobile, and allow consent.
  8. Your demographic details (Name, DOB, Address, Photo) are automatically populated.
  9. Select your state RTO Office corresponding to your residential district.
  10. Select Class of Vehicles (COV):
    • Motor Cycle with Gear (MCWG)
    • Light Motor Vehicle (LMV)
  11. Complete the self-declaration of physical fitness (Form 1).
  12. Click Submit. Your unique Application Reference Number is generated and sent via SMS.
  13. Fee Payment: Under Fee Payments, pay via UPI, Net Banking, or Debit Card.
  14. Road Safety Tutorial: Click on Road Safety Tutorial and watch the complete video module.

6. Taking the Online LL Test from Home

  1. Upon watching the tutorial, an SMS containing your LL Test Password is dispatched to your registered mobile number.
  2. Under the Learner Licence menu, click Online LL Test (STALL).
  3. Enter your Application Number, Date of Birth, and the SMS Password.
  4. Allow browser camera permissions for facial authentication. The portal’s AI matches your live face against your Aadhaar photo.
  5. Answer the 15 to 20 multiple-choice questions. Each question has a 30-second timer.
  6. The test evaluates your understanding of mandatory, cautionary, and informatory road signs, overtaking rules, and hand signals.
  7. Upon answering the requisite number of correct answers (usually 9 out of 15), the screen displays: CONGRATULATIONS! YOU HAVE PASSED THE TEST.
  8. Click Print Learner Licence to instantly download your digitally signed Form 3 PDF.

7. Official Resources

8. Disclaimer

eGyan.in is an independent citizen educational portal. We have no affiliation with MoRTH or State Transport Departments. Citizens should never pay unauthorized agents for driving licence tests.

Direct Official Government Portals for this Service

eGyan strongly advises submitting applications only through authorized government domains (.gov.in or .nic.in). Never share passwords or OTPs with unauthorized intermediaries.

Parivahan Sarathi Citizen Portal
Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH)
https://sarathi.parivahan.gov.in
Parivahan Sewa National Transport Portal
Government of India
https://parivahan.gov.in
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Frequently Asked Questions: How to Apply for Learner's Licence Online via Parivahan Sarathi

1. Can I take the Learner's Licence test from home in India?
Yes, in most Indian states implementing faceless RTO services, applicants opting for Aadhaar-based authentication can take the Learner's Licence knowledge test online from home using a desktop or laptop with a working webcam.
2. What is the minimum age to apply for a Learner's Licence?
For a motorcycle without gear (up to 50cc engine capacity), the minimum age is 16 years (with parental consent). For a Light Motor Vehicle (LMV car) and motorcycle with gear (MCWG), the minimum age is 18 years. For commercial/transport vehicles, the minimum age is 20 years.
3. What is the fee for an online Learner's Licence?
The statutory MoRTH fee is ₹150 for the Learner's Licence application plus a ₹50 online test fee per vehicle class (e.g., ₹200 for MCWG or ₹350 for both MCWG and LMV, with minor state road safety cess additions).
4. What is the syllabus for the Learner's Licence test?
The test consists of multiple-choice questions on traffic signs, road markings, driver duties in case of accidents, right-of-way rules, and basic provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988.
5. What is the passing mark for the LL online test?
In most states, the test presents 15 to 20 questions, and an applicant must answer at least 60% to 70% correctly (e.g., 9 out of 15 or 12 out of 20) within the allotted time (usually 30 seconds per question).
6. What is the validity period of a Learner's Licence in India?
Under Rule 13 of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, a Learner's Licence is valid for six (6) months throughout India. You can apply for a Permanent Driving Licence after 30 days from LL issuance.
7. What happens if I fail the online Learner's Licence test?
If you fail, you can reappear after paying a re-test fee (typically ₹50) through the Sarathi portal. Most states permit re-testing after 24 to 72 hours.
8. Can a person drive alone with a Learner's Licence?
No. A Learner's Licence holder must always be accompanied by a person holding a valid permanent driving licence sitting in the front passenger seat, and the vehicle must display prominent 'L' boards at the front and rear.
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