Last updated: September 2026
You can apply for a driving licence in Bihar online through the Government of India’s Sarathi Parivahan portal (sarathi.parivahan.gov.in). The process has two stages: first you get a Learner’s Licence (LL), and after at least 30 days you apply for the permanent Driving Licence (DL) and take a driving test at your District Transport Office (DTO).
Bihar driving licence: quick overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Official portal | sarathi.parivahan.gov.in |
| Step 1 | Learner’s Licence (LL), with an online or office-based test |
| Step 2 | Permanent Driving Licence (DL), with a driving test at the DTO |
| Gap between LL and DL test | At least 30 days |
| Learner’s Licence validity | 6 months |
| Minimum age | 16 years for gearless two-wheelers up to 50cc (with guardian consent); 18 years for cars and geared motorcycles |
Documents required
- Aadhaar card (for identity, age and address; Aadhaar-based e-KYC also speeds up the process)
- Passport-size photograph and signature (uploaded online)
- Self-declaration of physical fitness (Form 1)
- Medical certificate (Form 1-A) if you are above 40 years or applying for a transport vehicle
- Your Learner’s Licence number when applying for the permanent DL
How to apply for a Learner’s Licence in Bihar
- Go to sarathi.parivahan.gov.in and select Bihar as your state.
- Click Apply for Learner Licence and choose whether to use Aadhaar authentication.
- Fill in your personal details, address and the vehicle classes you want (for example MCWG for motorcycle with gear, LMV for car).
- Upload your photo, signature and documents.
- Pay the fee online.
- Take the learner’s test. If Aadhaar-based online (faceless) testing is available for you, you can take it from home; otherwise book a slot at your DTO.
- Once you pass, download and print your Learner’s Licence.
How to apply for the permanent Driving Licence
- Wait at least 30 days after your Learner’s Licence is issued (and apply before it expires at 6 months).
- On sarathi.parivahan.gov.in, select Bihar and choose Apply for Driving Licence.
- Enter your Learner’s Licence number and date of birth.
- Check your details, upload any pending documents and pay the fee.
- Book a driving test slot at your DTO.
- Appear for the driving test with your LL and the vehicle of the class you applied for.
- After you pass, the smart-card licence is posted to your address. You can also keep it on DigiLocker or mParivahan.
Fees for a driving licence
Fees are set by the central motor vehicle rules, and Bihar may add small service or smart-card charges. The Sarathi portal always shows the exact final amount before you pay. Typical central fees are:
| Service | Fee (central rules) |
|---|---|
| Learner’s Licence (per class of vehicle) | ₹150 |
| Learner’s Licence test | ₹50 |
| Driving test (per class) | ₹300 |
| Issue of Driving Licence | ₹200 |
Tips to pass the driving test
- Practise on the same type of vehicle you will use in the test.
- Revise road signs and traffic rules before the learner’s test; the portal has a practice test.
- Carry your printed LL, Aadhaar and application slip on test day.
- Wear a helmet for two-wheeler tests and a seat belt for car tests.
Live in Muzaffarpur? See our guide to the DTO office in Muzaffarpur.
Frequently asked questions
How can I apply for a driving licence online in Bihar?
Go to sarathi.parivahan.gov.in, select Bihar, apply for a Learner’s Licence first, and after 30 days apply for the permanent Driving Licence and take the driving test at your DTO.
Can I take the learner’s licence test online in Bihar?
If Aadhaar-based faceless testing is available for your application, you can take the learner’s test online from home. Otherwise you book a slot at the DTO.
How many days after the learner’s licence can I apply for a driving licence?
You must hold the Learner’s Licence for at least 30 days, and apply before it expires after 6 months.
What is the fee for a driving licence in Bihar?
Under central rules the Learner’s Licence costs ₹150 per class plus a ₹50 test fee, and the Driving Licence costs ₹200 plus a ₹300 test fee. The portal shows the exact final amount, including any state charges.
What documents are needed for a driving licence in Bihar?
Aadhaar, a photo and signature, a self-declaration (Form 1), and a medical certificate (Form 1-A) if you are over 40 or applying for a transport vehicle.
In my city,there was no slot booking option. I had to go and give driving test on a scheduled date. I have passed my driving test,but even after 20 days, there has been no update on my driving licence not I have recieved any message.