How To Change Your Name on Driving Licence in India

In the world of digitization, people can easily access various government-based services online, including Regional Transport Office (RTO) services. The driving license is one of the most important identity documents which allows you to ride or drive a vehicle across the country.

In some cases, there could be errors in the information provided in the driving license like the name of the license holder. However, this can be corrected easily. So, in this article, we will be discussing about how to change your name on your driving license.

Steps to Correct Your Name in Driving Licence Online

The following is the procedure to correct your name in driving license online:

  1. Visit the Parivahan portal.
  2. Choose ‘Online Services’.
  3. Select ‘Driving License Related Services’.
  4. Choose your state.
  5. Go to ‘Driving License’ section and select ‘Services on DL’. 
  1. You will be redirected to a new page.
  2. Next, click on the ‘Continue’ button.
  3. You will be able to see the name of the applicant and other details. Once, you verify all the details, select the ‘State’ and the ‘RTO’.
  4. Click on ‘Proceed’ button.
  5. Now, you will be able to view your registered address. Verify the information and click on ‘Confirm’ button.
  1. Next, complete the e-KYC authentication procedure by providing your registered mobile number and clicking on the ‘Generate OTP’ button.
  2. You will receive a One Time Password (OTP). Enter the OTP and tap on ‘Authenticate with Sarathi’.
  3. Choose ‘Change of Name in DL’ and click on the ‘Proceed’ button.
  4. On the next page, you will be able to view your personal details, make the required changes, and hit on the ’Confirm’ button.
  5. Check the declaration box, enter the captcha code, and tap on ‘Proceed’.
  1. You will view the acknowledgement form along with all the service request details.
  2. Next, upload your photo, signature, and other documents.
  3. Finally, complete the payment procedure.

Steps to Correct Your Name in Driving Licence Offline

Given below is the procedure to correct your name in driving license offline:

  1. Visit your nearest RTO where you received your driving license.
  2. You need to get approval from the designated officer to update your name in DL.
  3. Next, collect all the necessary information by visiting the Data Entry Department.
  4. Make the fee payment at the fee collection counter.
  5. Once the fee payment is done, the officials will collect your photograph, signature, and fingerprint.
  1. Collect the fee payment receipt for future reference.

Once all these steps are completed, you will receive your updated driving license via post at your registered address. 

Documents Needed to Change Your Name in the Driving Licence 

Given below are the list of the documents which are needed to be submitted to change your name in the driving license: 

  1. Birth certificate
  2. Aadhar card
  1. Passport (Optional) 
  2. Std. 10th or 12th certificate 

To change the name on the driving license, applicants should submit an Aadhar card, a passport copy (if available), a gazette notification, a copy of an advertisement in the newspaper, and an affidavit attested by a first-class judicial magistrate or a notary public. 

In case of female candidates who wish to change their names in their driving license, they need to provide the copies of the following documents: 

  1. Documents that are mentioned above 
  1. A marriage or a re-marriage certificate 
  2. Divorce decree 
  3. Spouse’s death certificate

How to Track the Status of Name Change on Driving Licence Online 

Given below are the steps to track the status of name change on driving license online: 

  1. Visit the official website
  2. Click on the ‘Online Services’. 
  3. From the drop-down menu, choose the ‘Driving License Related Services’. 
  4. Choose the ‘State’ from which you need to avail the service. 
  5. Finally, enter your application number, date of birth, and the captcha code to view the application status.

FAQs on How to Change Name on Driving Licence

  • Is it possible to change the name on the driving license online?

    Yes, you can change the name on the driving license by visiting https://parivahan.gov.in/parivahan/.

  • Can I change the name on the driving license by visiting the RTO?

    Yes, you can change the name on the driving license by visiting the RTO.

  • Will a fee be levied to change the name on the driving license?

    Yes, a fee will be levied to change the name on the driving license. 

  • Can I check the status of the name change online?

    Yes, you can check the status of the name change online.

  • Do I need to upload a photo in case I wish to change the name on the driving license online?

    Yes, you will need to upload a photo in case you wish to change the name on the driving license online. 

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