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Apply for Duplicate Driving Licence 2026: 📄 Online Guide

Losing your Driving Licence (DL) can be stressful, but the replacement process is now fully online. Whether your DL is lost, stolen, or damaged, follow this 2026 step-by-step guide to get a **Duplicate DL**.

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When Can You Apply?

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Lost/Stolen

Requires an FIR or Police Compliant copy.

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Damaged

If the licence is torn, defaced, or unreadable.

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Photo Change

When the original photo needs replacement.

Required Documents

  • ✓Application in Form 2 (Downloadable from Parivahan)
  • ✓Police Complaint Copy (For lost licences)
  • ✓Damaged Original DL (If available)
  • ✓Fees: Approx ₹200-500 depending on the state

The Process (Online/Offline)

🖥️ Apply Online

Fastest way via Sarathi Parivahan

  1. Go to **sarathi.parivahan.gov.in**
  2. Select State & Choose 'Apply for Duplicate DL'
  3. Enter DL Number & DOB
  4. Upload PIR/FIR copy & Pay Fee

🏢 Visit RTO

For traditional physical submission

  1. Collect Form 2 at the counter
  2. Attach FIR copy & ID proofs
  3. Submit at the inquiry window
  4. Pay fee and collect receipt

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