हिंदी में: यदि आपका ड्राइविंग लाइसेंस खो गया है, चोरी हो गया है या टूट गया है, तो आप सारथी परिवहन पोर्टल के माध्यम से ऑनलाइन डुप्लीकेट ड्राइविंग लाइसेंस (Duplicate DL) के लिए आवेदन कर सकते हैं। इसके लिए आपको अपना DL नंबर, FIR (खो जाने पर) और निर्धारित फीस की आवश्यकता होगी।
Reasons to Apply for a Duplicate Driving Licence
The RTO permits the issuance of a duplicate Driving Licence under specific circumstances. You are legally required to hold a physical DL while driving (or a digital one via DigiLocker/mParivahan). You should apply for a duplicate if:
- Lost or Stolen: You have completely misplaced your DL or wallet.
- Damaged/Mutilated: The smart card is broken, chipped, or the chip/text is unreadable.
- Torn: For older booklet-style or paper licences that are falling apart.
Documents Required for a Duplicate DL (आवश्यक दस्तावेज)
Before you begin the duplicate driving licence online apply process, keep the following scanned documents ready in JPEG/PDF format (under 500KB):
| Scenario (स्थिति) | Required Document (ज़रूरी दस्तावेज़) |
|---|---|
| DL is Lost / Stolen (चोरी / गुम) | Police FIR / Online Lost Document Report (LDR) |
| DL is Damaged / Torn (कटा-फटा) | Original Damaged DL must be surrendered |
| All Cases (सभी) | Aadhaar Card / Address Proof |
Step-by-Step: Duplicate Driving Licence Online Apply Guide (2026)
Step-by-Step Process to Apply for Duplicate DL Online
Thanks to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), the entire process can now be completed online without visiting the RTO (in most states).
Pro Tip: If you also need to update your address on the new card, check our guide on Driving Licence Address Change first, or if your name changed after marriage, see our DL Name Change Guide.
- Visit the Sarathi Portal: Open the official sarathi.parivahan.gov.in website. (पोर्टल खोलें)
- Select Your State: Choose your state of residence to access your RTO's specific dashboard. (अपना राज्य चुनें)
- Select DL Services: Click on "Apply for Duplicate DL". (डुप्लीकेट DL सेवा चुनें)
- Enter DL Details: Carefully type your existing Driving Licence Number and Date of Birth. Click 'Get DL Details'.
- Select 'Issue of Duplicate DL': From the list of available services, tick the box for "Issue of Duplicate DL".
- Provide Reason: Select a reason (e.g., Lost, Stolen, Torn). Enter FIR details if lost. (कारण बताएं)
- Upload Documents: Upload the scanned copy of the FIR or your damaged DL. (दस्तावेज़ अपलोड करें)
- Pay the Fee: Proceed to the payment gateway to pay the fee and print your receipt. (फीस भरें और रसीद प्रिंट करें)
Watch the Video Tutorial
Duplicate DL Fee Structure & Processing Time
Getting a duplicate licence is highly affordable. Here is the standard fee breakdown across most states in India:
| Service Type (सेवा) | Standard Fee (शुल्क) |
|---|---|
| Duplicate DL Issue Fee | ₹200 |
| Form 7 (Smart Card Fee) | ₹200 |
| Postal Charges (Speed Post) | ₹50 |
| Total Expected Fee | ₹450 - ₹500 |
Processing Time:
Wait for RTO Approval & Dispatch
Once verified, your application will be approved by the RTO. The new smart card will be printed and dispatched via Speed Post to your registered address within 15-20 days. If it takes longer, you can contact the RTO Helpline for assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) / अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
1. Is an FIR strictly mandatory for a lost Driving Licence? (क्या खोए हुए DL के लिए FIR जरूरी है?)
Yes, an FIR (First Information Report) or an online LDR (Lost Document Report) from your state police portal is strictly mandatory to prevent misuse of your lost DL and to process the duplicate application. (हां, पुलिस FIR अनिवार्य है।)
2. Do I need to take a driving test again for a duplicate DL? (क्या डुप्लीकेट DL के लिए फिर से टेस्ट देना होगा?)
No, you do not need to take any driving test again. A duplicate DL is simply a reprint of your existing valid driving record. (नहीं, आपको दोबारा ड्राइविंग टेस्ट देने की आवश्यकता পণ্ডিতी है।)
3. What if I forgot my DL number? (अगर मुझे अपना DL नंबर याद नहीं है तो क्या करें?)
If you don't remember your DL number, you can try finding it via the "Find Application Number" or "DL Search" features on the Sarathi portal using your name and date of birth, or check your DigiLocker account if you had previously linked it.
4. Can I drive while my duplicate DL is being processed? (क्या आवेदन के दौरान गाड़ी चला सकते हैं?)
You should carry the printed acknowledgment receipt of your duplicate DL application and a soft copy of your DL in the DigiLocker or mParivahan app. This is legally acceptable during traffic police checks while you await the physical card.