There is an increase in the number of corona virus infected patients in the country. Meanwhile, in the wake of the corona virus epidemic, the government has extended the validity of motor vehicle documents such as driving license (DL), certificate of registration (RC) and permit till 30 June 2021.
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has said in a consultation to states that it is increasing the validity of fitness, permits, driving licenses, registrations and other documents, which cannot be extended due to lockdown and whose validity is due on February 1, 2020. Is over or will end on 31 March 2020.
Validity extended multiple times
Earlier, the validity of documents related to the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 and the Central Motor Vehicles Rules have been extended many times. The Ministry told the states that it is advised that the validity of the expired documents from February 1 can be considered valid till June 30, 2021.
At the same time, it was said in the consultation that the concerned authorities are advised to consider such documents valid till 30 June 2021. In such a situation, there will be no penalty till June 30, 2021. However, if this validity is not extended further, then from June 30, 2021, such expire documents can be fined.
Check out the process below to renew your driving license:
- Go to the official website of the Parivahan board https://parivahan.gov.in/parivahan/.
- Now select “Apply Online” on the left side of the menu.
- Then, click on “Driving license Related Services”.
- Select the State from where the service is to be taken.
- Then you will be redirected to a new page; here, click on apply online and then select Services on Driving License.
- You will receive instructions on how to fill in your application form. Read them thoroughly before proceeding. Click ‘Next’ when you’re done.
- Enter your birth date and current license number, pincode, and other details.
- Next, you will come across “Required Services” which will display only those services which are applicable to your existing driving license. You must select “Renewal” from the given options.
- You will then be required to fill in any other relevant personal and/or vehicle-related details given in the form.
- Upload your photo and signature. Remember, this feature is only available for certain states.
- Book a slot for your test if there are changes in your medical certificate.
- Once you follow all these steps, you will be redirected to an Acknowledgement page where you will be able to view your application ID (It is recommended that you print it). You will also receive an SMS on your registered mobile number with all the details.
- The amount payable for renewing the Driving License is INR 200. Make the payment via net banking/debit or credit card.
