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Driving Licence Renewal 2026: 🔄 Complete Guide

Don't wait until it's too late! Driving with an expired licence can lead to heavy traffic fines. Follow this step-by-step 2026 guide to renew your DL online or offline efficiently.

Renewing your DL? 🛡️

Check if your vehicle insurance is also valid. Renew both in under 5 minutes and drive worry-free.

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Renewal Guidelines & Time Frame

  • TIMEApplications can be submitted up to **one year before** or **one year after** expiry (Fees vary).
  • RULEIf renewal is delayed beyond 5 years, you must restart the entire process for a fresh license.

Required Documents for 2026

📄 Forms Needed

  • Form 2: Main application form
  • Form 1: Physical fitness (Non-transport)
  • Form 1A: Medical Certificate (Above 40 years)

🆔 Proofs & ID

  • Original Expired Driving License
  • Proof of Age (Aadhaar/PAN Card)
  • Passport size photographs

The Renewal Process

1
Login to Parivahan

Go to **sarathi.parivahan.gov.in** and select your state.

2
Apply for DL Services

Click on 'Apply for DL Renewal' and enter your DL number and DOB.

3
Payment & Print

Pay the fees online and save the acknowledgment for future tracking.

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