Add a New Vehicle Category
to Your Existing DL

What is Addition of Vehicle Class?

When your Driving Licence was issued, it was authorised for one or more specific classes of vehicle — for example, MCWG (motorcycle with gear) or LMV (light motor vehicle like a car). If you want to legally drive a vehicle class that is not listed on your existing DL, you need to apply for the Addition of Vehicle Class — also called an Endorsement or AEDL (Additional Endorsement on Driving Licence).

Common real-life examples include:

• You have a two-wheeler licence and have now bought a car — need to add LMV
• You have a car licence and want to ride a motorcycle — need to add MCWG
• You want to drive a commercial vehicle like a taxi, truck, or bus — need to add a Transport Vehicle class
• You hold an LMV licence and want to drive a medium goods vehicle — need to add MGMV or HMV

Which Categories Can You Add?

India's Motor Vehicles Act recognises several vehicle classes. Here are the most common ones you can add to an existing DL:

Eligibility Requirements

Before starting the process, confirm you meet these requirements:

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  Valid Permanent Driving Licence — your existing DL must not be expired or suspended. If it is expired, renew it first.
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  Valid Learner's Licence for the new class — you must first obtain an LL for the vehicle class you want to add. This is mandatory before applying for the addition.
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  Minimum age of 18 years for non-transport vehicles (LMV, MCWG). Minimum age of 20 years for commercial/transport vehicles in most states.
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  For Transport Vehicle class: You must already hold an LMV licence for at least 1 year before applying to add a transport vehicle class.
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  Medical fitness: Form 1 (self-declaration) for all. Form 1A (doctor's certificate) required if you are above 40 or adding a transport/commercial vehicle class.
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  No disqualification: Your licence must not be under any court-ordered disqualification or suspension.

Documents Required

Keep all these documents ready before you start the application on the Sarathi portal:

Step 1 — Apply for a Learner's Licence for the New Vehicle Class

Before you can add a new class to your DL, you must first obtain a Learner's Licence for that class. Even though you already hold a permanent DL, the law requires an LL for the new category. The good news: if you already hold a DL, you are exempt from the knowledge test when applying for an LL for the new class.

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  Go to sarathi.parivahan.gov.in and select your state from the dropdown.
  

  Visit sarathi.parivahan.gov.in and select the state where your DL was issued
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  Click on "Learner Licence" in the top menu of the Sarathi state dashboard, then select "Application for New Learner's Licence."
  

  Click Learner Licence → Application for New Learner's Licence
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  On the application type screen, select "Applicant holds Driving Licence — Enter DL Number." This is the key step that tells the portal you already have a DL.
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  Enter your existing Driving Licence number and Date of Birth, then click Submit. The portal will display your current DL details and the vehicle classes already on your licence.
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  Verify your details are correct. The application form will be auto-filled with your personal information from the DL records. Update any outdated details (address, mobile number) if needed.
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  Select the new vehicle class you want to add (e.g., LMV, MCWG, HMV, Transport Vehicle) from the vehicle class dropdown.
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  Upload the required documents — existing DL, Form 1, proof of identity, proof of address, passport photograph, and Form 1A if applicable.
  

  Upload documents and submit your Learner's Licence application
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  Pay the Learner's Licence application fee online (approximately ₹200–₹300 including LL issuance fee). Save the payment receipt.
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  Since you already hold a DL, you are exempted from the LL knowledge test in most states. Your LL will be issued directly after document verification. Download the LL PDF from the portal immediately.

Step 2 — Apply via "Services on Driving Licence"

After holding your new LL for at least 30 days, go back to the Sarathi portal to apply for the formal addition of the vehicle class to your permanent DL.

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  Go to sarathi.parivahan.gov.in and select your state.
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  Click on "Driving Licence" in the top menu, then select "Services on Driving Licence."
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  Click "Continue" after reading the instructions on the services page.
  

  Select Services on Driving Licence and click Continue
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  Enter your existing Driving Licence number and Date of Birth, then click Submit. Your current DL details will appear on screen.
  

  Enter your existing DL number and date of birth, then click Submit
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  From the list of available services, select "Addition of Class of Vehicle."
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  Enter your Learner's Licence number for the new vehicle class. The portal will verify the LL and confirm it is valid and that the 30-day waiting period has been completed.
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  Upload the required documents including your existing DL, new LL, Form 1 (and Form 1A if applicable), proof of identity, proof of address, and photograph.
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  Pay the application fee online (see fee table below). Save the payment receipt — this is your proof of application.
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  Book your driving test slot at your nearest RTO. Select a convenient date and time from the available slots on the calendar.
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  Download and save your acknowledgement slip with the application reference number. You will need this on the day of the driving test.

Step 3 — Book and Pass the Driving Test

Just like when you got your original permanent DL, you must pass a practical driving test at the RTO for the new vehicle class. There is no written test for the addition — only the practical skills test.

What to Carry on Test Day

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  Acknowledgement slip / appointment slip
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  Original existing Driving Licence
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  Original Learner's Licence for the new class
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  Original Aadhaar Card or government photo ID
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  Application fee payment receipt
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  Form 1 (and Form 1A if above 40 or transport class)
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  The vehicle for the test — matching the new class (e.g., car for LMV, motorcycle for MCWG). Must have valid insurance and PUC.

What the Test Involves

A Motor Vehicle Inspector (MVI) at the RTO will assess your ability to drive the new vehicle class. The test typically checks:

• Basic vehicle control — starting, stopping, turning, gear changes
• Reversing and parking manoeuvres
• Driving on a marked test track at the RTO
• Knowledge of basic traffic signals and right-of-way rules (may be tested verbally)
• Vehicle handling at low and moderate speeds

After Passing the Test

Once you pass the practical driving test and the RTO processes your documents:

• The new vehicle class will be added as an endorsement on your existing Driving Licence
• Your updated DL (with the new class) will be dispatched to your registered address by speed post, usually within 2–4 weeks
• You can download the updated digital DL from the Sarathi portal under "Print Driving Licence" once the addition is processed
• Your DL number remains the same — only the list of authorised vehicle classes changes

Fees Breakdown

All fees are paid online at the time of application. Fees vary slightly by state but the following are the standard MoRTH rates:

How Long Does the Entire Process Take?

Here is a realistic timeline from start to having your updated DL in hand:

Common Errors and Fixes

Frequently Asked Questions