Under the new regulations, aspiring applicants will no longer need to undergo the often daunting and delayed driving tests at RTOs. Instead, they can opt to take their practical driving exams at government-approved private training centres. These centers will be authorized to conduct the driving tests and issue certificates that qualify applicants for a driver’s license.
Driving License private facilities: Conditions to be met
To ensure quality, private training centres must meet specific requirements: they need a minimum of 1 acre of land for two-wheelers and 2 acres for four-wheelers, a suitable testing facility, and qualified trainers with a high school diploma, at least 5 years of experience, and knowledge of IT systems and biometrics.
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DL challan: Stricter fines for minors without license
The fine for speeding remains between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,000. However, if a minor is caught driving, they will face a hefty fine of Rs 25,000. Additionally, the vehicle owner’s registration card will be cancelled, and the minor will be ineligible for a license until they turn 25 years old.
New Driving License fee structure
The fees for various licensing services are as follows: Learner’s license – Rs 150, learner’s license test – Rs 50, driving test – Rs 300, driving license issuance – Rs 200, International Driving Permit – Rs 1,000, adding another vehicle class to the license – Rs 500, license renewal – Rs 200 (after grace period: Rs 300 + Rs 1,000 per year), duplicate license for driving instruction school – Rs 5,000, appeal against licensing authority orders – Rs 500, and change of address or other particulars in the driving license – Rs 200.