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Get driving licence without taking test at RTO - Know everything about the new rule

By Lokmat English Desk | Updated: June 16, 2021 21:15 IST

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Drivers in India will be able to acquire a Driving Licence (DL) without undertaking a driving test at any Regional Transport Office (RTO).
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The only catch is that the candidates will have to complete training and pass the test, which will be recorded electronically for audit.
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The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has recently notified a new rule, under which, candidates will be allowed to get a driving license after successfully completing training from an accredited driver training centre.
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After they pass the training, candidates will be exempted from the driving test at the time of obtaining a driving licence.
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The new rule will come into effect from 1 July 2021, according to the ministry.
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MoRTH took to Twitter and stated, 'Shortage of skilled drivers is one of the major issues in the Indian roadways sector and a large number of road accidents occur due to lack of knowledge of road regulations.'
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In order to provide high-quality training for candidates, the training centres should be well equipped with simulators and a dedicated driving test track.
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As per the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, two types of courses can be availed at these centres - remedial and refresher courses.
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These centers will be allowed to provide industry-specific specialized training as well.
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Accredited driver training centres will be granted accreditation for a period of five years and maybe renewed thereafter.
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