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Stepwise Instructions for Name Change on Driving Licence in India
- The process of changing the name on your driving licence due to marriage, legal name changes, or other reasons is straightforward but requires careful attention to the necessary steps and documentation.
- Before applying for a name change on your driving licence, it is important to gather all the necessary documents.
- The specific documents needed may vary slightly depending on the RTO (Regional Transport Office) where you apply, but in general, you will need Form 1 (Application for Name Change), original driving Licence, gazette notification (if required), Marriage certificate (if applicable), affidavit (if applicable), proof of address, and passport-size photographs.
- Once you have all necessary documents, fill out the name change form (Form 1) clearly, providing all the relevant information, including your current name, the new name, and the reason for the change.
- Submit the filled form along with the required documents to the designated officer at your nearest RTO where you are currently registered or where your driving licence was originally issued.
- After submitting your documents, you will need to pay the fee for updating the name on your driving licence, which is usually around Rs. 200 to Rs. 500.
- Once you have completed the payment, the RTO will issue an acknowledgement receipt that contains important details such as the application reference number.
- Check your DL licence status online through the Parivahan website, by entering your application number (found on the acknowledgement receipt) and date of birth to monitor your DL licence status regularly.
- Once you receive a notification from the RTO indicating that your updated driving licence is ready for collection, visit the RTO to collect the physical licence or, in some cases, it may be delivered to your registered address by post.
- It is essential to monitor the DL licence status regularly to make sure that the changes are processed, and your new driving licence is ready for collection.
- To ensure a hassle-free name change process, double-check the document list carefully before visiting, ensure all information is accurate and matches your identity proof, keep a copy of all submitted documents, and keep track of your DL licence status online.
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