You require a valid driving license to drive your personal or commercial vehicle in Chandigarh without any worries. To avoid legal issues, it is prudent to schedule a timely renewal, especially if you are over the age of 40. This blog will take you through the Chandigarh driving licence renewal process.
How you can renew driving licence online in Chandigarh?
Here are the steps you need to follow for the Chandigarh driving licence renewal online process.
- Visit the online portal of https://parivahan.gov.in/parivahan/.
- Under the “Online Services” section, choose “DL Services”.
- Choose Chandigarh as your state of residence, select DL Renewal and click on “Continue”.
- Type in your personal information, then click on “Get DL Details”.
- Check the details, choose the DL category, RTO and state, and click on “Proceed”.
- Select DL renewal and complete the online application form.
- Upload your documents and click “Submit”
- You will get an application number.
- Download the acknowledgement receipt to use it in the future.
The Chandigarh RTO will then verify your application and documents and send you a renewed Driving Licence by post.
Steps to renew driving licence offline in Chandigarh
Follow these steps for the renewal of a driving licence in Chandigarh offline.
- Go to your local RTO or the official website and collect Form 2 or the DL renewal application form.
- Fill out the form with all the necessary details.
- Submit your documents and the application to the RTO office.
- Pay the applicable fees and keep the acknowledgement receipt.
The RTO officer will check all your documents and the application. Once approved, you will get your renewed DL via post.
Documents required and appointment process for DL renewal in Chandigarh
Now, here is a list of all the documents you will need for driving licence renewal in Chandigarh.
- Form 2, i.e. the driving licence renewal form in Chandigarh
- Form 1, serving as a certificate of fitness
- Form 1A, a medical certificate for applicants over the age of 40 years
- The original expired DL
- Passport-size photographs
- Age and address proof, like a birth certificate, and an Aadhaar card
You will also need to book a Chandigarh driving licence renewal online appointment. Here’s how you can do that.
- Visit the Parivahan portal.
- Go to the Online Services section, and click on DL Services
- Select Chandigarh as your state and choose the “Appointments” option.
- Select “LL/DL Slot Booking” under the Slot Booking menu.
- Type in your birth date, application number, and verification code.
- Next, click “Submit” to book your appointment according to the available slots.
Driving licence renewal fee in Chandigarh
Before you book your Chandigarh driving licence renewal appointment, you need to pay the fee for renewing your driving licence. The standard driving licence renewal fee in Chandigarh is Rs 420. If renewal is conducted after the grace period, the charges are Rs. 1520, with additional fees for delays exceeding a year.
What is the grace period for renewing your DL in the state of Chandigarh?
The grace period for driving licence renewal in Chandigarh is 30 days. After the grace period, you will have to clear additional charges.
How do you check the status of renewing your DL in Chandigarh?
Here is how you can check the status of your online driving licence renewal in Chandigarh.
- Log on to the Parivahan portal.
- Go to “DL Services” under Online Services.
- Select Chandigarh as your state of residence and click the “Application Status” button.
- Type in your application number, date of birth and the captcha code, then click on “Submit”. You can then see the status of your DL renewal application.
FAQs
Q1: When should I get my driving licence renewed?
A1: You should apply to renew your licence at least 30 days before or up to one year from its expiry date. Failing to do that, you may need to appear for another driving test to get it renewed.
Q2: Can I update a new residential address while renewing my licence?
A2: Yes, you can certainly update your residential address while renewing your driving licence. All you have to do is provide a valid address proof and a fee of Rs 420.
Q3: Do I need to provide a medical certificate to renew a commercial driving licence in Chandigarh?
A3: Yes, to renew a commercial driving licence in Chandigarh, you will need to provide a medical certificate from a certified medical expert.
Conclusion
By getting your driving licence renewed on time, you can avoid complex legal problems that can make things difficult for you, such as losing your car insurance claims.
To ensure your vehicle is fully protected against accidents, damage, and medical emergencies, consider opting for a comprehensive car insurance policy from an appripriate provider. It offers broader coverage than basic third party car insurance and affords greater peace of mind on the road.
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