Driving Licence Renewal Online in 2026: Steps, Fees, Documents

A private DL is valid 20 years or until age 50, whichever comes first; after 50 it's renewed every 5 years.

Renew within 30 days of expiry to avoid penalty — but driving on an expired licence is illegal even in that window.

Apply on Parivahan Sarathi with Form 9; those aged 40+ must attach a Form 1A medical certificate.

Base renewal is roughly ₹200 plus a ₹200 smart-card fee; late penalty under central rules is ₹1,000 per year of delay.

Many states now allow Aadhaar-based contactless renewal with no RTO visit.