Sarathi Parivahan

What is Sarathi Parivahan?

Sarathi Parivahan is an online digital service platform launched by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), Government of India. It is part of the Parivahan Sewa initiative and is mainly used for Driving Licence (DL) related services across India.

The Sarathi Parivahan portal enables citizens to apply for, renew, update, and track driving licence services online, reducing the need to visit RTO offices repeatedly.

Objectives of Sarathi Parivahan

The primary objectives of Sarathi Parivahan are:

• To digitize Driving Licence services

• To reduce RTO office crowd

• To ensure transparency in licence issuance

• To provide citizen-friendly online services

• To promote Digital India in transport services

Key Features of Sarathi Parivahan

• Online application system

• Aadhaar-based verification

• Appointment booking for RTO

• Online fee payment

• Application status tracking

• Nationwide uniform DL services

• Integration with Parivahan database

Services Offered by Sarathi Parivahan

• Driving Licence Services

1. New Driving Licence Application

2. Learner Licence (LL) Application

3. Renewal of Driving Licence

4. Duplicate Driving Licence

5. Address Change in DL

6. Name Correction in DL

7. DL Replacement / Reprint

8. International Driving Permit (IDP)

• Learner Licence (LL) Services

1. Apply for Learner Licence

2. Online LL Test Booking

3. LL Slot Booking

4. LL Download / Print

5. LL Renewal

• Appointment Services

1. Driving Test Appointment

2. LL Test Appointment

3. RTO Visit Slot Booking

4. Reschedule or Cancel Appointment

• Online Test & Verification

1. Online Learner Licence Test (in some states)

2. Aadhaar Authentication

3. Mobile OTP Verification

4. Document Upload & Verification

• Application Tracking Services

1. Check DL Application Status

2. Check LL Application Status

3. Track Dispatch Status

4. Download Acknowledgement Receipt

Documents Required for Sarathi Parivahan Services

Common Documents:

• Aadhar Card

• Address Proof

• Age Proof

• Passport Size Photograph

• Signature (Digital or Scanned)

• Medical Certificate (Form 1A – if required)

How to Apply for a Driving License in Sarathi Parivahan?

Step-by-Step Process:

• Visit Sarathi Parivahan Portal

• Select required service (LL / DL)

• Fill online application form

• Upload required documents

• Pay application fees online

• Book RTO appointment

• Visit RTO for test/biometrics

• Track application status online

Sarathi Parivahan Fee Structure

Sarathi Parivahan services have government-fixed fees, which may vary based on:

• Type of service

• State RTO rules

• Licence category

Fees are paid securely through online payment modes.

Benefits of Sarathi Parivahan

• For Citizens:

1. Saves time and travel

2. Reduced paperwork

3. Transparent and secure process

4. Easy tracking of applications

5. Nationwide valid services

• For Service Centers:

1. High-demand service

2. Regular customer flow

3. Trusted government platform

4. Income opportunity through service assistance

Sarathi Parivahan & Parivahan Sewa – Difference

• Sarathi Parivahan: Deals mainly with Driving Licence & Learner Licence services

• Parivahan Sewa: Focuses on Vehicle-related services like RC, registration, permits, fancy numbers, etc.

Both platforms work together under MoRTH.

Importance of Sarathi Parivahan in Digital India

Sarathi Parivahan plays a crucial role in:

• E-governance in transport sector

• Standardization of DL services across India

• Road safety improvements

• Reducing corruption and manual errors

• Enhancing public convenience

Common Problems Solved by Sarathi Parivahan

• Long queues at RTO offices

• Delays in DL processing

• Lack of transparency

• Manual record maintenance

• Repeated visits for simple services

Conclusion

Sarathi Parivahan is a powerful and citizen-friendly digital initiative that has transformed Driving Licence services in India. By bringing licence-related processes online, it has made the system faster, transparent, and more efficient.

Whether applying for a new licence, renewing an old one, or correcting details, Sarathi Parivahan provides a simple and reliable solution for every citizen.

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