Parivahan Sarathi | Sarathi Parivahan, Vahan Parivahan Sewa & Fancy Parivahan

The Parivahan Sewa Portal has revolutionized India’s transport ecosystem by bringing all vehicle and driving-related services to your fingertips. From applying for a driving licence and checking RC status to paying eChallan fines and booking fancy Parivahan number plates – the entire process is now 100% digital and hassle-free. This government-authorized platform integrates Sarathi Parivahan (for driving licences) and Vahan services (for vehicle registration) under one roof, making it the ultimate destination for all your transport needs. In this detailed guide, we’ll explore every service with step-by-step instructions to help you navigate the portal like a pro.

Driving License Related Services On Sarathi Parivahan Sewa

Access driving licence services online including LL/DL apply, appointments, renewal, duplicate licence, and application tracking.

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Driver’s Licence

Apply, renew and download DL/LL online.

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Driving School

Apply for driving school licence online.

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Online Test

Book and manage driving test appointments.

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Other Services

Duplicate DL, address change and more.

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DL Status

Track driving licence application status.

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Sarathi Dashboard

Access official Sarathi dashboard services.

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Vehicle Related Services On Parivahan Sewa

Parivahan Sewa provides online vehicle services through the Vahan portal including registration, RC services, ownership transfer, fancy number booking, eChallan check, permit services, and vehicle dashboard access.

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Vehicle Registration

RC registration & updates online.

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Fancy Number

Book VIP fancy vehicle numbers.

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National Permit

Apply permit services online.

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Other Services

NOC, transfer & hypothecation.

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eChallan

Check & pay traffic challans.

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VAHAN Dashboard

Login to VAHAN vehicle portal.

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What is Parivahan Sarathi Portal?

The Sarathi Parivahan Portal (parivahan.gov.in) is a centralized online platform developed by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) in partnership with the National Informatics Centre (NIC). It connects over 1,300 Regional Transport Offices (RTOs) across all 36 states and union territories of India into one unified digital ecosystem

Complete Guide to Vehicle Registration Certificate (RC)

Your Registration Certificate is the legal document that proves:

• Your vehicle is registered with the government
• You are the rightful owner
• All applicable taxes have been paid
• The vehicle meets safety standards

How to Check Vehicle Details Online (RC Status)

Method 1: Using Parivahan Official Website

Step 1: Visit parivahan.gov.in

Step 2: Navigate to “Informational Services” section

Step 3: Click on “Know Your Vehicle Details“

Step 4: Register/Login using your mobile number (OTP verification required)

Step 5: Enter the vehicle registration number (e.g., DL01AB1234)

Step 6: Select your state and RTO code

Step 7: Enter the captcha code and click “Search”

Information You’ll Get:

• Owner’s name and complete address
• Vehicle make, model, and color
• Engine and chassis number
• Registration date and validity
• Insurance policy details and expiry date
• Fitness certificate status
• Tax payment records
• Any pending challans
• Hypothecation details (if loan exists)

Method 2: Using VAHAN Portal Directly

• Go to vahan.parivahan.gov.in/vahaneservice
• Click “Vehicle Related Services“

• Choose your state from dropdown

• Enter vehicle number and proceed

• All RC details will be displayed instantly

Method 3: Using mParivahan Mobile App

This is the fastest method:

1. Download mParivahan from Google Play Store or Apple App Store
2. Open the app and tap “RC Details”
3. Enter the vehicle registration number
4. Complete information appears within seconds
5. You can also save the RC digitally on your phone

RC Renewal Process – Complete Guide

When to Renew:

• Private Vehicles: After 15 years, then every 5 years
• Commercial Vehicles: Every 5 years
• Transport Vehicles: As per fitness certificate schedule

Documents Required for RC Renewal:

• Current RC copy (even if expired)
• Valid insurance certificate
• PUC (Pollution Under Control) certificate
• Address proof
• Passport-size photographs
• Form 25 (Application for RC renewal)

Online RC Renewal Steps:

Step 1: Visit vahan.parivahan.gov.in

Step 2: Select your state’s RTO portal

Step 3: Click on “RC Renewal” option

Step 4: Enter your vehicle registration number

Step 5: Enter chassis number (last 5 digits found on RC)

Step 6: Verify your mobile number with OTP

Step 7: Upload required documents:

• Insurance copy (PDF format)
• PUC certificate
• Passport photo
• Address proof

Step 8: Pay the renewal fee online (₹200-₹600 depending on vehicle type)

Step 9: Book an appointment for RTO inspection

Step 10: Visit RTO on scheduled date with original documents

Step 11: After physical verification, renewed RC will be dispatched to your address within 15-30 days

Fees for RC Renewal (2026):

• Two-wheeler: ₹300
• Private Car: ₹600
• Commercial Vehicle: ₹1,000
• Heavy Motor Vehicle: ₹1,500

2026 Complete Process to Get Driving License in India

Getting a driving license in India is a two-stage process. You must first obtain a Learner’s License, then after mandatory waiting period, apply for a Permanent Driving License.

Step-by-Step LL Application Process:

Step 1: Visit sarathi.parivahan.gov.in

Step 2: Select your state from the dropdown menu

Step 3: Click on “Apply for Learner’s License“

Step 4: Fill in personal details:

• Full name (as per Aadhaar)
• Date of birth
• Father’s/Guardian’s name
• Complete address with PIN code
• Mobile number and email

Step 5: Select vehicle class:

• MCWG (Motorcycle with gear)
• MCWOG (Motorcycle without gear)
• LMV (Light Motor Vehicle – Car)
• Transport Vehicle

Step 6: Upload scanned documents:

• ID proof
• Age proof
• Address proof
• Photograph
• Signature

Step 7: Pay the application fee (₹200 + ₹300 test fee = ₹500 total)

Step 8: Select preferred RTO and time slot for LL test

Step 9: Submit the application – you’ll receive an acknowledgment number via SMS and email

Step 10: Visit RTO on scheduled date with original documents

Step 11: Appear for computer-based LL test:

• Multiple choice questions on traffic rules
• Road signs and symbols
• Passing marks: 60% (12 out of 20 questions)
• Available in multiple languages

Step 12: If you pass, Learner’s License is issued immediately (valid for 6 months)

Stage 2: Permanent Driving License Application

Waiting Period: Minimum 30 days after getting LL (maximum 180 days)

Application Process:

Step 1: Visit sarathi.parivahan.gov.in again

Step 2: Select your state

Step 3: Click “Apply for Driving License“

Step 4: Enter your LL number and date of birth

Step 5: Select the same vehicle class for which you have LL

Step 6: Fill in remaining details and upload documents:

• Current Learner’s License
• Address proof (if address changed)
• Passport photos
• Form 4 (DL application form)

Step 7: Pay DL application fee (₹200)

Step 8: Book a slot for practical driving test:

• Choose RTO location
• Select convenient date and time
• Confirm booking

Step 9: Visit RTO on test day with:

• Original LL
• All original documents
• Vehicle for test (you can bring your own or use RTO vehicle)

Step 10: Pass the driving test:

• Test duration: 10-15 minutes
• Includes: starting, stopping, parking, reverse, turning
• Examiner checks control and confidence

Step 11: After passing, DL is processed and printed

Step 12: Permanent DL (smart card) is dispatched to your address within 30 days

Permanent DL Validity:

• Valid for 20 years or until you turn 50 years (whichever comes first)
• After 50 years: Renewable every 5 years
• After 55 years: Medical certificate mandatory for renewal

eChallan Payment System – Traffic Fine Management

eChallan is a digital traffic violation system where traffic police issue electronic challans for violations. These fines are recorded in a centralized database accessible through echallan.parivahan.gov.in.

How to Check Your Challan Status

Method 1: By Vehicle Number

Step 1: Visit echallan.parivahan.gov.in

Step 2: Click on “Get Challan Details“

Step 3: Select “Vehicle Number” option

Step 4: Enter your vehicle registration number (e.g., MH02AB1234)

Step 5: Enter captcha code

Step 6: Click “Get Details”

Information Displayed:

• Challan number and date
• Violation type (speeding, signal jump, helmet violation, etc.)
• Fine amount
• Issuing officer’s name and badge number
• Location of violation
• Payment status

Method 2: By Challan Number

If you have received a physical challan:

1. Select “Challan Number” option
2. Enter the challan number
3. View complete details

Method 3: By Driving License Number

1. Select “DL Number” option
2. Enter your DL number
3. All challans linked to your license will appear

Method 4: Using mParivahan App

1. Open mParivahan app
2. Tap “Challan” option
3. Select search method (Vehicle/DL/Challan number)
4. Enter details
5. View all pending and paid challans

How to Pay eChallan Online

Step 1: Check challan details using above methods

Step 2: Note the challan number and amount

Step 3: Click on “Pay Online” button next to the challan

Step 4: You’ll be redirected to payment gateway

Step 5: Choose payment method:

• UPI: Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm, BHIM
• Net Banking: All major banks supported
• Debit/Credit Card: Visa, Mastercard, RuPay

Step 6: Complete payment process

Step 7: Payment confirmation SMS and email sent immediately

Step 8: Download payment receipt (keep for records)

Important Notes:

• Payment status updates within 2-4 hours
• Some challans may require court appearance (marked as “Court Mandatory”)
• Keep payment receipt for at least 6 months
• Multiple challans can be paid together

Common Traffic Violations and Fines:

Violation	Fine Amount
Without helmet (two-wheeler)	₹1,000 + ₹500 per violation
Without seat belt	₹1,000
Signal jumping	₹1,000-₹5,000
Over-speeding	₹1,000-₹2,000
Drunk driving	₹10,000 (first offense)
Without DL	₹5,000
Overloading	₹2,000 + per extra passenger
Mobile phone while driving	₹1,000-₹5,000

Fancy Number Booking – Get Your Preferred Vehicle Number

What is a Fancy Number?

Fancy Parivahan numbers are special vehicle registration numbers that you can choose instead of the system-generated number. Popular choices include:

• Single digit: 0001, 0007, 0009
• Repeated digits: 1111, 2222, 7777, 8888
• Sequential: 1234, 4321
• Lucky numbers: 0786, 1008, 0369
• Birth dates: 1510, 2812

How to Book Fancy Number Online

Step 1: Visit fancy.parivahan.gov.in/fancy

Step 2: Select your state and RTO

Step 3: Choose vehicle category (two-wheeler/four-wheeler)

Step 4: Click “Show Available Numbers”

Step 5: Browse through available fancy numbers

Step 6: Select your preferred number

Step 7: Two booking methods available:

Method A: Auction-based (for premium numbers)

• Enter your bid amount (minimum ₹5,000)
• Auction duration: 3-7 days
• Highest bidder wins
• Payment required within 48 hours of winning

Method B: First-come-first-serve (regular fancy numbers)

• Fixed price (₹2,000-₹15,000)
• Pay immediately to confirm booking
• Number reserved for 30 days

Step 8: Complete payment online

Step 9: Download booking receipt

Step 10: When you register your new vehicle, provide this receipt to RTO

Step 11: Your chosen number will be assigned to your vehicle

Important Points:

• Fancy number booking must be done BEFORE vehicle registration
• Booking is valid for 30-60 days (varies by state)
• Non-refundable after booking
• Some states have online bidding, others have physical auctions

mParivahan App – Your Digital Transport Companion

The mParivahan app brings all Parivahan Sewa to your smartphone. Most importantly, it allows you to carry digital versions of RC and DL which are legally valid under Motor Vehicles Act.

How to Download and Setup mParivahan

Step 1: Download from Google Play Store (Android) or App Store (iOS)

Step 2: Open the app

Step 3: Enter your mobile number

Step 4: Tap “Register”

Step 5: Enter OTP received on mobile

Step 6: Complete registration

How to Add Virtual DL to mParivahan

Step 1: Open mParivahan app

Step 2: Tap “Add to Dashboard”

Step 3: Select “Driving License”

Step 4: Enter your DL number

Step 5: Enter date of birth

Step 6: Verify with OTP sent to registered mobile

Step 7: Your DL is added with QR code

Step 8: Take a screenshot or keep app ready to show traffic police

How to Add Virtual RC to mParivahan

Step 1: Tap “Add to Dashboard”

Step 2: Select “Vehicle”

Step 3: Enter vehicle registration number

Step 4: Enter chassis number (last 5 digits from RC)

Step 5: Enter engine number (from RC)

Step 6: Tap “Verify”

Step 7: RC is added to your dashboard with:

• Vehicle photo
• Owner details
• Insurance validity
• QR code for verification

Legal Validity:
According to Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act 2019, digital documents on mParivahan are equally valid as physical documents. Traffic police cannot insist on physical copies if you show them on the app.

Important Services (Sewa) – DL Renewal, Duplicate DL, and RC Transfer

Driving License Renewal

When to Renew:

• Check expiry date on your DL
• Can renew 30 days before expiry
• Grace period: 30 days after expiry (no penalty)
• After 30 days: Additional ₹300 penalty
• After 5 years: Must apply for fresh DL

Online Renewal Process:

Step 1: Visit sarathi.parivahan.gov.in

Step 2: Select your state

Step 3: Click “DL Renewal”

Step 4: Enter DL number and date of birth

Step 5: Verify details displayed

Step 6: Upload documents:

• Current DL copy
• Address proof (if changed)
• Medical certificate Form 1A (if above 40 years)
• Passport photos

Step 7: Pay renewal fee (₹200)

Step 8: Book RTO appointment

Step 9: Visit RTO with originals

Step 10: Renewed DL dispatched in 15-30 days

Duplicate Driving License

When Needed:

• Lost or stolen DL
• Damaged/torn DL
• Name correction
• Address update

Application Steps:

• Visit sarathi parivahan portal
• Click “Apply for Duplicate DL”
• Enter DL number and DOB
• Select reason (lost/damaged/defaced)
• Upload FIR copy (if lost/stolen)
• Upload new documents if updating address
• Pay fee (₹250)
• Book RTO appointment
• Collect duplicate DL

Vehicle Ownership Transfer (RC Transfer)

When Selling a Vehicle:

Seller’s Responsibility:

1. Login to Vahan portal
2. Select “Transfer of Ownership”
3. Fill Form 29
4. Enter buyer’s details
5. Submit online
6. Generate NOC

Buyer’s Responsibility:

1. Receive Form 29 and NOC from seller
2. Visit Vahan portal
3. Fill Form 30 (buyer’s application)
4. Upload documents:
   • Sale deed
   • Buyer’s address proof
   • Insurance transfer
   • PUC certificate
5. Pay transfer fee (₹300-₹500)
6. Book RTO appointment
7. Visit RTO with vehicle for verification
8. New RC issued in buyer’s name within 30 days

Important: Transfer must be completed within 14 days of sale to avoid penalties.