Tamil Nadu Driving License & Vehicle Process Guide
Step-by-step instructions for obtaining a learner's license, permanent license, international permits, and vehicle registration in Tamil Nadu.
How to get Learning License
Who can apply for Learner’s Licence?
Any person who has completed 16 years of age may get a license for driving a Motor Cycle without Gear - Not exceeding 50 cc.
Any person who has completed 18 years of age may get a license for driving a Motor Cycle with Gear and Light Motor Vehicle.
Any person who has completed 20 years of age may get a license for driving a Transport Vehicle, if he/she has One year’s experience in driving a Light Motor vehicle and has obtained a badge.
A written test will be conducted through computers for the persons who are appearing for Learner’s License.
Applicants who have passed the preliminary test can collect their learner’s license on the same day.
Application cum Declaration as to the Physical Fitness - Form-1
Proof of address:
Ration Card
Electoral Roll
LIC Policy
Passport
Affidavit Sworn by the applicant before an Executive (or) a First Class Judicial Magistrate (or) Notary Public.
Proof of age:
Birth Certificate
School Certificate
LIC Policy
Passport
Affidavit given by the Magistrate (or) Notary Public
Certificate given by Civil Surgeon
Passport size photos-3
Medical Certificate in the case of Transport Vehicle
What is the amount of Fees payable?
Rs.30/- for each class + Rs.30/- Service charges
To whom should one apply?
Regional Transport Officer or Motor Vehicle Inspector Grade-I/II
Time limit for issue of Learner’s License?
Same day
How to get Driving License
Who can apply for Driving Licence?
A person who has obtained Learner’s Licence may apply for Driving Licence after 30 days and before six months from the date of issue of Learner’s Licence.
Form 5 (only for those who have undergone training in a Driving School)
Form 15 (those who have undergone training in a Driving School)
Documents of vehicle in which applicant proposes to appear for test of competence to drive (such as Registration Certificate, Insurance Certificate, Tax Card, Pollution under Control Certificate, Fitness Certificate in case of Transport Vehicle).
Consent letter from vehicle owner to conduct driving test in his vehicle, if the vehicle is not owned by the applicant.
Passport size photographs-3 copies.
What is the amount of fees payable?
Rs.250/- for one class only + Service charges.
Service charges Rs.100/- for Non Transport Vehicle.
Service charges Rs.50/- for Transport Vehicle.
To whom should one apply?
Regional Transport Officer.
Motor Vehicle Inspector, Grade-I / II.
How to get addition of a New Class of Vehicle to a Driving License
Who can apply for endorsement in the Driving License?
The person should have a valid driving license.
Should have completed 20 years of age for Transport Vehicles with 1 year experience in LMV & Badge.
Form 5 (only for those who have undergone training in a Driving School)
Form 15 (those who have undergone training in a Driving School)
Driving License
Valid Learner’s License for which additional class of vehicle is required.
Documents of vehicle in which applicant proposes to appear for test of competence to drive (such as Registration Certificate, Insurance Certificate, Tax Card, Pollution under Control Certificate, Fitness Certificate in case of Transport Vehicle).
Consent letter from vehicle owner, to conduct driving test in his vehicle if the vehicle is not owned by the applicant.