How to Get a Driving License
Driving a car, motorbike, or any vehicle, without a license in Punjab is illegal and unsafe. Owning a license means you have legal authority to drive a vehicle. Driving a vehicle without it can lead to penalties and legal complications. A driving license is issued after a thorough test, so having one ensures safer driving and reduces the chances of accidents. The Punjab Government made the process simple and easily available to everyone. Here is a complete guide to getting your driving license.
Types of Driving License
The Punjab government issues different types of licenses depending on various eligibility criteria. These criteria include whether you are applying for a first-time license, your age and whether you are currently learning to drive. Based on the above consideration, the appropriate type of license is issued.
Learner license
This is issued when a person starts learning and its validity is for 6 months.
Regular license
This is issued to a person after passing the driving test.
International License
A driving license is for those who plan to drive in other countries.
Duplicate license
This type of license is issued when a person loses his license.
Renewal of license
Extension of driving license after it has expired
Endorsement of license
Endorsement of a driving license is a record of penalties due to violations of traffic laws.
Documents Required for Learner License
A person who driving for the first time requires a learner’s license. The duration of this license is 6 months. Learner licenses are issued daily. A person who obtains this license must have the following documents.
Age Criteria for Learner License
Car /Motorbike 18 Years
LTV, Rickshaw, Commercial Tractor 21Years
HTV 22 Years
Note: Before applying for a learner license, the person should purchase the code book of Traffic Rules and Regulations.
Documents Required for Regular License
Fee Structure for Regular License
Categories | Ticket (PKR) |
---|---|
Motorcycle | 550 |
Motorcar | 900 |
Motorcycle/ Motorcar | 950 |
LTV | 900 |
Motorcycle/ LTV | 950 |
Tractor Agriculture | 300 |
Tractor Commercial | 600 |
LTV + PSV | 950 |
HTV | 1200 |
HTV + PSV | 1200 |
Motorcycle Rickshaw | 600 |
Motorcycle + Motorcycle Rickshaw | 650 |
DLIMS Fee | STR Form 180 |
Note : The fee schedule for a Regular license is valid for 5 Years.
Documents Required for Obtaining an International License
The following Documents are required to obtain an International license.
Note: An International Driving license is issued on the same day. Applicant must bring an ID Card, driving license, and passport to receive the license.
Documents Required for Obtaining Renewal of License
The following Documents are required for the renewal of the license.
Fee Structure for Renewal of License
Type | License Fee (PKR) | Fine after 1 Year (PKR) | Renewal Fee & Fine for 5 Years (PKR) |
---|---|---|---|
Motorcycle | 100 | 250 | 750 |
Motorcar | 150 | 375 | 1125 |
Motorcycle Rickshaw | 100 | 250 | 750 |
Motorcab Rickshaw | 100 | 250 | 750 |
LTV | 150 | 375 | 1125 |
HTV | 200 | 500 | 1500 |
Tractor Agriculture | 50 | 125 | 375 |
Tractor Commercial | 100 | 250 | 750 |
Note: The validity for this license is for 5 years
Documents Required for obtaining Duplicate license
Documents required for obtaining Duplicate license are:
Endorsement license
Documents required are:
Fee Structure for Endorsement License
Categories | Ticket (PKR) |
---|---|
Motorcycle | 550 |
Motorcar | 900 |
Motorcycle/ Motorcar | 950 |
LTV | 900 |
Motorcycle/ LTV | 950 |
Tractor Agriculture | 300 |
Tractor Commercial | 600 |
LTV + PSV | 950 |
HTV | 1200 |
HTV + PSV | 1200 |
Motorcycle Rickshaw | 600 |
Motorcycle + Motorcycle Rickshaw | 650 |
Conclusion
The Punjab Government provides an easy and simple process for obtaining licenses like learner, regular, international, duplicate, and renewal licenses. The whole process of obtaining licenses requires some important documents like CNIC, photographs, and medical certificates. The Government provides the opportunity to obtain a daily learner license and same-day issuance of the international license. All these easily accessible and straightforward services make it easy to obtain licenses and drive safely and legally on roads.