How to Change Your Name on Your Driving Licence in India

Learn how to change your name on your driving licence in India through a simple online process. Understand the required documents and steps for a hassle-free name correction.
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07-March-2024

Correcting your name on your driving licence in India is essential to ensure accurate identification. This comprehensive guide provides detailed instructions on how to change your name on your driving licence online, along with the necessary documents and steps to track the status of your application.

Steps to correct your name in driving licence online

You can initiate the process of changing your name on your driving licence by logging in to the Parivahan Sewa portal. Here is a step-by-step guide to changing your name on your driving licence:

  • Go to the Parivahan portal: Visit https://parivahan.gov.in/parivahan/ to initiate the process.
  • Navigate to ‘Driving Licence Related Services’: On the homepage, click on ‘Online Services’ from the top menu and then select ‘Driving Licence Related Services’.
  • Choose your state: Choose the concerned state from the drop-down menu.
  • Go to ‘Services on DL’: Navigate to the ‘Driving Licence’ section in the top menu and select ‘Services on DL’ option. 
  • Verify details: Next, click on the ‘Continue’ button and you will see the applicant details. Verify the details.
  • Select state and RTO: Once, you verify the details, select the ‘State’ and the ‘RTO’ and click on ‘Proceed’.
  • Verify your address: Your registered address will be displayed. Click on ‘Confirm’.
  • Complete e-KYC authentication: Provide your registered mobile number and provide OTP. Then tap ‘Authenticate with Sarathi’.
  • Choose the option ‘Change of Name’: Choose the ‘Change of Name’ option and proceed.
  • Make the required changes: Now, you can make the changes needed and confirm. Enter the captcha code and proceed.
  • Upload photos and other documents: Now, you need to upload your photos, signature and other documents as needed.
  • Pay the fees: Pay the required fees to complete the procedure.

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Steps to correct your name in driving licence offline

To change the name on your driving licence offline, you need to visit the nearest RTO. Here’s how you can change your name on your driving licence offline:

  • Visit your nearest RTO: Locate and visit your nearest RTO which issued your driving licence.
  • Get approval for name change: A designated officer will provide an approval for the request of updating your name on the driving licence.
  • Submit the required documents: Gather and submit the required documents.
  • Make the payment: Pay the prescribed fee at the counter. Collect the receipt for the fee payment for future reference.
  • Submit details: The RTO officials will capture your photograph, signature, and fingerprint.

You will receive your updated driving licence on your registered address.

Documents needed to change your name in the driving licence

Here is the list of documents you will need to change your name on your driving licence.

  • Proof of identity (Aadhar card, PAN card, passport, etc.).
  • Proof of address (Aadhar card, passport, utility bills, etc.).
  • Affidavit for name change issued by a notary public or gazetted officer.
  • Copy of the original driving licence.
  • Passport-sized photographs.

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How to track the status of name change on driving licence online

Tracking the status of name change on your driving licence online is a simple and convenient process. Follow these steps:

  • Go to the official Parivahan website (https://parivahan.gov.in/) or your state's transport department website.
  • Navigate to the ‘Online Services’ menu and select 'Driving Licence Related Services'.
  • Select the concerned state.
  • Select the ‘Application Status’ option at the top of the page.
  • Enter your application number, date of birth, and captcha code and click on ‘Submit’.
  • The website will display the status of your name change application, indicating whether it is under processing, approved, dispatched, or pending verification.

Frequently asked questions

How can I change my name in Indian driving licence?

You can change your name on your Indian driving licence by submitting an online application through the official website of the Parivahan Sewa or the respective state's transport department. Provide the necessary documents and pay the prescribed fee for the name correction.

How can I change my name in driving licence in AP?

To change your name on your driving licence in Andhra Pradesh (AP), follow the online process through the official website of the AP transport department or Parivahan website. Submit the required documents and pay the applicable fee for the name correction.

How can I change my driving licence picture in Telangana?

Changing the picture on your driving licence in Telangana involves visiting the nearest Regional Transport Office (RTO) and submitting a request for a new photograph. You may need to provide proof of identity and pay a nominal fee for the picture update.

How can I change my address in Tamil Nadu driving licence?

To change your address on your driving licence in Tamil Nadu, visit the official website of the Tamil Nadu transport department or the official Parivahan portal and follow the online process for address change. Provide the required documents and pay the prescribed fee for the address update.

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