Driving Licence Renewal in Kanpur

Based on the vehicle category and type of licence, the validity of the driving licence is determined, keeping in mind the amendments of the Motor Vehicles Act 1988.

Generally, for most states and cities, the validity of the private driving licence is 20 years or when the driver reaches the age of 40, whichever comes first. An important thing to remember is to complete the DL renewal in Kanpur within 30 days of expiry.

Here is a detailed explanation of the driving licence validity in Kanpur.

• For all drivers below the age of 30, the validity of DL is 20 years, after which you can renew it for 10 and then 5 years.

• All drivers of age between 30 to 50 can enjoy a DL validity of 10 years before renewal.

• Drivers of an age group between 50 to 55 years benefit from DL validity till they reach 60.

Process for Online Renewal of Driving Licence in Kanpur: Parivahan Portal

• Visit the official Parivahan website.

• From the top bar, select the “Online Services” option and scroll to choose the “Driving Licence-Related Services” option.

• Select your state as “Uttar Pradesh” to proceed to the next page.

• From the list of options on the screen, select “Apply for DL Renewal” and then read the list of instructions before proceeding to click on “Continue” at the bottom of the page.

• Now, enter your DL number, date of birth and the captcha code provided below.

• Then tick the terms and conditions box before clicking on “Proceed”.

• Fill up the necessary form that opens on your screen and upload any necessary documents if required to proceed.

• Now submit the application and pay the renewal fees. Collect the payment receipt for the future.

• You are required to now book an appointment at your nearest Kanpur RTO and visit the RTO as per appointment with your payment receipt, expired DL and other documents.

• Upon verification, your renewed DL will be sent to your home address via Speedpost.

Process for Offline RTO Kanpur Driving Licence Renewal

• To complete your driving licence renewal in Kanpur offline, go to the nearest RTO and request a driving licence renewal form.

• You can also download this form directly from the Parivahan website.

• After getting the form, fill it up accurately and collect all the necessary documents required for form submission at the RTO.

• Once you have all the documents and forms ready to go, visit the RTO, meet a designated RTO officer and present your application.

• For the next step, pay the driving license renewal fee and get a slip of acknowledgement for reference.

• Now, the RTO officer will verify your application and documents and then, upon approval, release your renewed DL via Speedpost.

• Copy or original expired driving licence.

• Identity proof (Aadhaar card, PAN card, etc).

• Address proof documents like utility bills, Aadhaar cards, etc.

• A duly filled Form 2.

• 2-3 passport-size photographs in a clear background.

• Self-attested fitness certificate or medical certificate (based on the age of the driver).

• Age-proof documents like birth certificates.

• Go to the Parivahan portal.

• Select your state as “Uttar Pradesh”.

• From the list of options on the screen, select “Appointments” to proceed.

• Now, on the new webpage, select “Slot Booking” from the top bar and then scroll to choose the “LL/DL Services Slot Booking” option from the dropdown menu.

• Enter your application number and date of birth before entering the captcha code.

• Next, click on “Submit” to proceed.

• On the next page, you will be able to see all available slots in different RTOs. Select the one closest to your location and book an appointment.

• Also Read - List of Kanpur RTOs

• Go to the Parivahan Sewa platform.

• Select “Driving Licence-Related Services” from the “Online Services” option on the top bar.

• Choose “Uttar Pradesh” as your state of residence.

• From the top bar of the new page, select the “Application Status” option to proceed.

• Now, enter your application number present on your payment receipt along with your DOB before adding the captcha.

• Once done, click on “Submit”, and your DL renewal application status will appear on the screen.

*The grace period is 30 days from the expiry date. If you do not renew your Kanpur driving licence within 30 days of expiry, an additional fee will be charged upon renewal.

Identity Proof on Road - A driving licence acts as a valid identification of a person when on the road anywhere in the country. Failure to renew it can result in a lack of identity proof in case of accidents or other casualties.

Mandatory by Law - According to the Motor Vehicles Act 1988, a valid driving licence is a mandatory document, and without it, no one can drive on the streets of Kanpur. If found with an expired licence, serious consequences and monetary fines can be imposed.

Higher Renewal Charges - Waiting to renew your driving licence till the end of the grace period can not only attract fines but additional charges, increasing the overall renewal fee significantly.

If you require technical or advisory support regarding the driving licence process in Kanpur, you can easily reach out to the concerned customer support team at the Parivahan portal. Just go to the website and “File your Grievance”.

Alternatively, you can also email the concerned team at helpdesk-sarathi@gov.in or call 0120-4925505, from 6 am to 10 pm all days, to file your complaint or get your queries resolved.

Along with ensuring the availability of a valid driving licence at all times while driving and completing timely licence renewals, you also need to have valid insurance for 2-wheelers and 4-wheelers to drive in Kanpur.

As per law, a third-party insurance policy is mandatory for all vehicles. However, given that it only covers third-party incurred damage and loss, investing in a comprehensive insurance plan to protect your bike is highly recommended.

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With our comprehensive insurance for a 2-wheeler, you can safeguard your bike from unexpected damages and loss without losing a fortune covering up for the repairs. All you need to do is go to our website and compare two-wheeler insurance policy premiums to find the right fit for your needs and budget.

With the traffic authorities doing their job and making extra efforts to ensure maximum road safety, it is your responsibility to follow the basic traffic rules and regulations.

Your simple actions towards ensuring the availability of all the necessary vehicle documents and getting timely renewals done for the same can help improve road safety in Kanpur.

So be an accountable citizen and follow all the traffic rules.