Update Mobile Number on Driving License

How to Update Your Mobile Number on Driving License (India – 2025)

Is your mobile number wrong or outdated on your driving license? Don't worry! You can now update it online in just a few minutes through the official Parivahan portal using your Aadhaar and OTP.

When Should You Update?

  • If your number has changed
  • You're not receiving SMS from transport services
  • You never linked a mobile number before

Documents Required

  • Driving License number
  • Date of Birth (as per DL)
  • New mobile number
  • Aadhaar Card (for OTP verification)

Step-by-Step Process

Step 1: Open the Parivahan Portal

Visit https://parivahan.gov.in and go to “Driving License Related Services”.

Step 2: Choose Your State

Select the state where your license was issued to continue.

Step 3: Select "Update Mobile Number"
  • Click the mobile number update option
  • Enter DL number and Date of Birth
  • Submit the new mobile number
Step 4: Verify With OTP

You’ll receive an OTP on your Aadhaar-linked mobile. Enter it to verify and complete the process.

Step 5: Confirmation

After verification, your new mobile number will be linked to your driving license. You'll receive an SMS confirmation.

Note: If Aadhaar is not linked or OTP fails, you may need to visit your nearest RTO office with ID proof.

Why It Matters

  • Get license status alerts via SMS
  • Receive renewal reminders
  • Required for online DL tests and verification

✅ Keep your DL details up to date for a smooth and secure digital experience!

Frequently Asked Questions

Updating your mobile number ensures you receive timely SMS alerts from the RTO, reminders for license renewal, challan updates, and other important transport-related notifications.

Yes. The Parivahan Sewa portal allows you to update your mobile number online using your driving license details and Aadhaar-based OTP verification.

You need your Driving License number, Date of Birth (as per DL), Aadhaar Card for OTP verification, and the new mobile number.

No, in most cases you don’t need to visit the RTO. The process is fully online. However, if your Aadhaar verification fails, you may need to visit the RTO once.

The update is usually completed instantly after OTP verification. You will receive an SMS confirmation once your number is linked successfully.

Currently, there is no additional fee for updating your mobile number through the Parivahan portal.

No. For OTP authentication, you must use a mobile number that is linked with your Aadhaar card.