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Learner's Licence (Licence)
A temporary licence that lets you practise driving on public roads with a licensed driver beside you. You need it before you can apply for a permanent driving licence.
The short answer
A temporary licence that lets you practise driving on public roads with a licensed driver beside you. You need it before you can apply for a permanent driving licence.
Source: transport.delhi.gov.in, checked 28 Sep 2026.
Official fees
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Learner's licence, per class of vehicle | ₹150 |
| Learner's licence test or retest | ₹50 |
Checked on 27 Sep 2026 Source
Documents to keep ready
Tick what you already have. The shared list shows each one as ready or pending.
How to apply
- Open sarathi.parivahan.gov.in and choose your state
- Select Apply for Learner Licence and fill the form (Aadhaar lets you use the faceless option in most states)
- Upload documents, photo and signature
- Pay the fee online
- Watch the road safety tutorial if asked, then take the online test at home or book a test slot at the RTO
- Pass the test (usually 60% correct) and download your learner's licence
By state
This fee is set by each state, so it differs. Each row shows whether we matched it to the official government site.
| State | Fee | Time | Where to apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | ₹500 for one class (₹950 for two, ₹1,400 for three)Checked on 28 Sep 2026 Source | Same day after passing test | transport.delhi.gov.inIncludes the ₹300 driving test fee paid upfront; retest ₹50 |
| Maharashtra | ₹201 (₹151 per class + ₹50 test)Checked on 28 Sep 2026 Source | Same day after passing test | sarathi.parivahan.gov.inOnline test from home allowed with Aadhaar |
| West Bengal | ₹200 (₹150 + ₹50 test)Unverified estimate Unofficial source | Same day after passing test | sarathi.parivahan.gov.inState site did not load; any service charge shows on Sarathi at payment |
| Tamil Nadu | ₹230 for one class (₹380 for two)Unverified estimate Unofficial source | Same day after passing test | sarathi.parivahan.gov.inIncludes state service charge |
| Karnataka | ₹200 (₹150 + ₹50 test)Unverified estimate Unofficial source | Same day after passing test | sarathi.parivahan.gov.inKarnataka may add road safety cess; final total shows on Sarathi |
| Telangana | ₹300 (₹150 + ₹50 test + ₹100 service charge)Checked on 28 Sep 2026 Source | Same day after passing test | transport.telangana.gov.inTest slot booked on the Telangana transport portal |
| Gujarat | ₹200 (₹150 + ₹50 test)Unverified estimate Unofficial source | Same day after passing test | sarathi.parivahan.gov.inState site did not load; check final amount on Sarathi |
| Uttar Pradesh | ₹200 (₹150 per class + ₹50 test)Unverified estimate Unofficial source | Same day after passing test | sarathi.parivahan.gov.inUP transport site blocked our checker; any service charge shows on Sarathi at payment |
| Bihar | ₹200 (₹150 per class + ₹50 test)Unverified estimate Unofficial source | Same day after passing test | sarathi.parivahan.gov.inCentral fees; Bihar transport site has no fee page, check Sarathi for service charge |
| Rajasthan | ₹200 (₹150 per class + ₹50 test)Checked on 28 Sep 2026 Source | Same day after passing test | sarathi.parivahan.gov.in₹150 for each extra class; retest ₹50 |
| Madhya Pradesh | ₹274 for one class (₹424 for two, ₹574 for three)Unverified estimate Unofficial source | Same day after passing test | sarathi.parivahan.gov.inIncludes ₹74 web portal charge; MP transport page did not load for us |
| Haryana | ₹200 (₹150 per class + ₹50 test)Checked on 28 Sep 2026 Source | Same day after passing test | sarathi.parivahan.gov.in₹150 for each extra class; retest ₹50 |
| Chhattisgarh | No official fee publishedNot officially verified Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on sarathi.parivahan.gov.in. | sarathi.parivahan.gov.inApplied for on Sarathi. Central fee applies; the state's own charges are not listed online (cgtransport.gov.in) |
| Uttarakhand | No official fee publishedNot officially verified Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on sarathi.parivahan.gov.in. | sarathi.parivahan.gov.inApplied for on Sarathi. Central fee applies; the state's own charges are not listed online (transport.uk.gov.in) |
| Goa | No official fee publishedNot officially verified Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on sarathi.parivahan.gov.in. | sarathi.parivahan.gov.inApplied for on Sarathi. Central fee applies; the state's own charges are not listed online (goatransport.gov.in) |
| Chandigarh | No official fee publishedNot officially verified Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on sarathi.parivahan.gov.in. | sarathi.parivahan.gov.inApplied for on Sarathi. Central fee applies; the state's own charges are not listed online (chdtransport.gov.in) |
| Himachal Pradesh | No official fee publishedNot officially verified Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on sarathi.parivahan.gov.in. | sarathi.parivahan.gov.inApplied for on Sarathi. Central fee applies; the state's own charges are not listed online (himachal.nic.in/transport) |
| Jammu and Kashmir | No official fee publishedNot officially verified Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on sarathi.parivahan.gov.in. | sarathi.parivahan.gov.inApplied for on Sarathi. Central fee applies; the state's own charges are not listed online (jaktrans.nic.in) |
| Kerala | No official fee publishedNot officially verified Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on sarathi.parivahan.gov.in. | sarathi.parivahan.gov.inApplied for on Sarathi. Central fee applies; the state's own charges are not listed online |
| Andhra Pradesh | No official fee publishedNot officially verified Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on sarathi.parivahan.gov.in. | sarathi.parivahan.gov.inApplied for on Sarathi. Central fee applies; the state's own charges are not listed online |
| Punjab | No official fee publishedNot officially verified Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on sarathi.parivahan.gov.in. | sarathi.parivahan.gov.inApplied for on Sarathi. Central fee applies; the state's own charges are not listed online |
| Odisha | No official fee publishedNot officially verified Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on sarathi.parivahan.gov.in. | sarathi.parivahan.gov.inApplied for on Sarathi. Central fee applies; the state's own charges are not listed online |
| Assam | No official fee publishedNot officially verified Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on sarathi.parivahan.gov.in. | sarathi.parivahan.gov.inApplied for on Sarathi. Central fee applies; the state's own charges are not listed online |
| Jharkhand | No official fee publishedNot officially verified Source | No time limit published by the state. Track your application status on sarathi.parivahan.gov.in. | sarathi.parivahan.gov.inApplied for on Sarathi. Central fee applies; the state's own charges are not listed online |
Check the amount on the official portal, or ask the office, before paying.
Good to know
- States may add service or smart card charges, so the total you pay can be higher than the central fee. Delhi, for example, shows ₹500 for one class.
- Minimum age: 16 for gearless two wheelers up to 50cc (with parent consent), 18 for other private vehicles, 20 for transport vehicles.
- Use only sarathi.parivahan.gov.in or your state transport site. Ignore agents who promise a pass without a test.
After you apply
What to do once the form is submitted: where to track it, how long it takes, why it gets rejected and what the law says if you do not have it.
Track your application
Typical time
Same day if you pass the online or RTO test
Not officially verified
If you do not have it or miss the deadline
Driving with no licence at all can bring a fine of ₹5,000 under the 2019 amendment, which the official government summary confirms. The Act also allows jail up to 3 months, but we could not load that line. With only a learner's licence you must have a licensed driver beside you and show L plates. Breaking these conditions is also an offence.
Law: Motor Vehicles Act 1988, sections 3 and 181; Central Motor Vehicles Rules 1989, rule 3
Not officially verified Source
Remind me to renewFree, needs a login. We email you 30 days before, 7 days before and on the expiry day.
Common reasons for rejection and how to fix them
| Reason | How to fix it |
|---|---|
| Failed the learner test | Study the road signs and rules, then book a retest and pay ₹50. |
| Age proof or address proof not accepted | Upload clear copies of accepted documents. |
| Photo or signature not clear | Upload them again in the size asked. |
| Under the minimum age for the vehicle class | Wait until you reach the required age. |
Not officially verified
Govt License is an independent guide. Fines and rules change, so confirm on the official portal. Items marked Not officially verified could not be checked on an official page.
Free formats you may need
Printable samples you can copy, fill in and print. Each is only a sample, so check it with the issuing office.
Common questions
Can I give the learner's licence test from home?
Yes, in most states. If you apply with Aadhaar, you can take the online test at home through the Sarathi portal.
When can I apply for a permanent licence?
After holding the learner's licence for at least 30 days, and before it expires at 6 months.
What if my learner's licence expires?
You must apply for a fresh learner's licence and take the test again.
Aksar pooche jaane wale sawaal
Yahi jaankari, Hinglish mein.
Learning licence kaise banaye?
sarathi.parivahan.gov.in par apply karein. Steps: Open sarathi.parivahan.gov.in and choose your state; Select Apply for Learner Licence and fill the form (Aadhaar lets you use the faceless option in most states); Upload documents, photo and signature; Pay the fee online.
Learning licence banane mein kitna fees lagta hai?
Learning licence ki fees har state mein alag hai. Upar 'Your state' mein apna state chunein. Kuch states: Delhi: ₹500 for one class (₹950 for two, ₹1,400 for three); Uttar Pradesh: ₹200 (₹150 per class + ₹50 test); Bihar: ₹200 (₹150 per class + ₹50 test); Rajasthan: ₹200 (₹150 per class + ₹50 test); Madhya Pradesh: ₹274 for one class (₹424 for two, ₹574 for three); Haryana: ₹200 (₹150 per class + ₹50 test).
Learning licence ke liye kaun se documents chahiye?
Yeh documents taiyaar rakhein: Proof of age, e.g. Aadhaar, birth certificate, passport, Class 10 certificate; Proof of address, e.g. Aadhaar, voter ID, passport, utility bill; Recent passport size photo and signature; Form 1 self declaration of physical fitness; Form 1A medical certificate if you are 40 or older, or for a transport vehicle.
Learning licence kitne din mein milta hai?
Aam taur par: Same day if you pass the online or RTO test.
Learning licence ka application status kaise check karein?
Official link par application ya reference number daalkar status dekhein. Link upar 'After you apply' mein diye hain: Check learner licence application status (Sarathi). Apply karne ke baad kam se kam utna time rukein: Same day if you pass the online or RTO test.
Learning licence ka application reject ho jaye to kya karein?
Portal par likhi wajah padhein, galat ya dhundhle document badalkar dobara apply karein. Sabse aam wajah aur unka solution upar 'After you apply' mein diye gaye hain. Jahan 'Not officially verified' likha hai wahan official site se pakka kar lein.
Bina Learning licence ke pakde gaye to kya hoga?
Kanoon (Motor Vehicles Act 1988, sections 3 and 181; Central Motor Vehicles Rules 1989, rule 3) ke tahat jurmana ya saza ho sakti hai. Rakam aur details upar 'After you apply' mein English mein di gayi hain. Jahan 'Not officially verified' likha hai wahan official source se pakka kar lein.
Sources: transport.rajasthan.gov.in transport.delhi.gov.in sarathi.parivahan.gov.in
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