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How to Renew Driving License Online 2026

DL Renewal - online via Parivahan. ₹200-500. Apply 1 year before expiry. 7-30 days.

📁 Documents ⏱️ 30-60 mins 💰 ₹200-500

About This Guide

Driving License renewal online via Parivahan portal. Apply up to 1 year before expiry OR within 1 year after expiry (with late fee). ₹200-500 fee. Aadhaar e-KYC. Medical certificate for 40+ age. 7-30 days. Old DL (10+20 year format) renewable similarly.

Eligibility Criteria

Existing DL holder
Within 1 year before expiry OR 1 year after
Aadhaar mandatory
Indian citizen
Address proof

Documents Required

Keep these documents ready before starting application. Missing documents = delayed approval.

Aadhaar
Old DL
Medical Certificate (40+ years)
Address proof
Photo
Application Form (Form 9)
Mobile registered

Step-by-Step Application Process

Follow these steps in order. Each step is critical - skip none.

Visit Portal

parivahan.gov.in.

Aadhaar OTP.

Apply DL Renewal

Among services.

DL Number

Auto-fetched.

Address Update

If changed.

Medical Cert (40+)

Form 1A by govt doctor.

Submit

Documents + photo.

Pay Fee

₹200-500.

RTO Visit

Optional - eyetest only.

New DL Issued

7-30 days.

Validity

10 years (or up to age 50/55 typically).

Key Benefits

Online quick
₹200-500 affordable
7-30 days
Aadhaar e-KYC
Medical only 40+
Validity 10 years
Multi-vehicle classes preserved

What Happens After Application?

7-30 days for new DL.

Frequently Asked Questions

Late renewal possible?

Within 1 year of expiry: late fee ₹100/year. Beyond 1 year: re-test required typically.