Complete step-by-step guide to book your LL and DL driving test appointment online via Sarathi Parivahan — no RTO queue needed.
Slot booking is a mandatory step in the driving licence process in India. Without a confirmed appointment, you cannot appear for either the Learner's Licence test or the Permanent Driving Licence practical test at the RTO. Simply submitting your application and paying the fee is not enough — you must also book a specific date and time slot.
The Sarathi Parivahan portal allows you to do this entirely online, avoiding the need to physically visit the RTO just to book a date. Each RTO releases a limited number of slots per day — typically 50 to 100 — and they fill up very quickly, often within minutes of being released.
Keep the following details ready before you start the slot booking process:
Generated after submitting your LL or DL application on the Sarathi portal. It is printed on your fee receipt or sent via SMS.
Your date of birth as registered during the application. Used to verify your identity before slot selection.
The state and specific RTO where you submitted your application. Slots are available only at the RTO linked to your application.
Your mobile number linked to the Sarathi account. An OTP or confirmation SMS will be sent to this number after booking.
If you have applied for a Learner's Licence and your state requires an in-person LL test at the RTO (rather than an online test), you need to book a slot for the knowledge test. Follow these steps:
Visit sarathi.parivahan.gov.in and select your state from the dropdown list.
Click on "Appointments" in the top navigation menu on the Sarathi dashboard. A dropdown will appear with service options.
Select "LL Slot Booking" or "Learner Licence Test Slot Booking" from the dropdown options.
Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth. Type in your LL application number exactly as shown on your receipt. Enter your date of birth and the captcha code, then click Submit.
Select your RTO. Choose the Regional Transport Office associated with your application from the list shown on screen.
Select an available date. A calendar will show available dates for your RTO. Green dates have open slots. Click on a date to view available time slots for that day.
Choose a time slot. Select a convenient time from the list of available morning or afternoon slots shown for your chosen date.
Confirm and submit your booking. Review all your details carefully — application number, RTO, date, and time. Click "Book Slot" or "Confirm" to finalise the appointment.
Download your appointment slip. After successful booking, an appointment confirmation slip will be generated. Download and save it as a PDF, or print it. You must carry this slip on the day of your test.
After holding your Learner's Licence for at least 30 days and submitting your Permanent DL application, you must book a slot for the practical driving skills test at the RTO. This is mandatory — without a booked slot, you cannot appear for the test.
Visit sarathi.parivahan.gov.in and select the state where your DL application was submitted.
Click on "Appointments" in the top navigation and select "DL Slot Booking" or "Driving Licence Test Slot Booking" from the dropdown.
Enter your DL Application Number and Date of Birth. Type in your permanent DL application number, date of birth, and the captcha code, then click Submit.
Verify your Learner's Licence details. The portal will display your LL number, validity, and the vehicle class you are applying for. Confirm these are correct before proceeding.
Select your RTO. Choose the Regional Transport Office where you want to take the driving test. It should be the same RTO linked to your application.
Browse available dates on the calendar. Select a date that works for you. Available dates are marked in green. Grey dates are either fully booked or not yet open for booking.
Select a time slot. Choose a morning or afternoon slot from the available options. Note that the vehicle you bring for the test must match the vehicle class on your application.
Confirm and book your slot. Review all details and click "Book Slot" or "Confirm". A confirmation message will appear on screen.
Download and save your appointment slip. Print or save the confirmation slip as a PDF. Carry this along with all original documents on your test day.
If you are unable to attend your booked test on the scheduled date, you can reschedule the slot online — but you must do so before the scheduled test date. Note that most states allow a maximum of 2 reschedules, after which you may need to reapply.
Go to sarathi.parivahan.gov.in and select your state.
Click on "Appointments" and select the same service type as your original booking (LL slot or DL slot).
Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth and click Submit. Your current appointment details will appear on screen.
Click on "Reschedule" or "Change Slot." The calendar will show available dates for rescheduling.
Select your new preferred date and time slot from the available options shown on the calendar.
Confirm the reschedule. Review the new date and time, then click Confirm. Download and save the updated appointment slip.
If you need to cancel your appointment entirely, follow these steps. Note that in most cases, the slot booking fee is non-refundable after cancellation.
Visit sarathi.parivahan.gov.in and select your state.
Click on "Appointments" and select your service type. Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth to access your current appointment.
Click "Cancel Appointment" from the options shown alongside your current booking details.
Confirm the cancellation. A confirmation screen will appear. Click Confirm to complete the cancellation. A cancellation confirmation will be displayed and sent to your registered mobile number.
If you missed downloading your appointment slip at the time of booking, you can print it again at any time by following these steps:
Go to sarathi.parivahan.gov.in and select your state.
Click on "Application Status" in the top menu.
Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth and click Submit.
Look for your Appointment/Acknowledgement Slip on the right side of the application status page. Click on it to open and download the slip as a PDF.
Driving test slots are limited and fill up very quickly — often within minutes of being released by the RTO. Knowing the right time to check increases your chances of getting your preferred date.
On the day of your driving test, make sure you carry all of the following. Missing any document may result in being turned away from the test.
This appears when the Sarathi portal server is temporarily down or overloaded. It is most common during peak booking times. Solution: Wait 15–30 minutes and try again, preferably during off-peak hours (early morning or late evening).
This means the RTO has not yet opened any slots for the upcoming days. Contact your RTO directly by phone to ask when slots will be made available. Sometimes slots are delayed due to public holidays or RTO schedule changes.
This usually means you have selected the wrong state, or your application number has a typo. Double-check your application number on your original fee receipt. Make sure you have selected the exact state where you originally submitted your application.
This appears if your Learner's Licence has expired, or you have not completed the mandatory 30-day waiting period after obtaining your LL. Check your LL validity on the Sarathi portal. If your LL has expired, you will need to apply for a new one before booking a DL test slot.
The daily slot limit for your RTO has been reached. Check again during the next slot release window — early morning (7–10 AM) or Sunday nights. You can also try checking alternative nearby RTOs if your state policy allows cross-RTO testing.
Yes. Slot booking is mandatory for both the Learner's Licence test and the Permanent Driving Licence practical test. Without a confirmed appointment, you cannot appear for the driving test at the RTO.
Generally, you must book a slot at the same RTO where your application was submitted. In some states, you may be allowed to transfer your application to a different RTO, but this requires a separate process. Check with your state's transport department for specific rules.
The slot booking fee is typically included in the DL application fee you pay during the application process. Separately, the fee ranges from ₹200 for a Learner's Licence test to ₹300 for a Permanent DL test, varying slightly by state. Check the Sarathi portal for your state's exact fee.
If you miss your booked test without cancelling in advance, the slot is forfeited. You will need to book a new slot, and in most states this counts towards your maximum reschedule limit. Fees are generally non-refundable for missed appointments.
Most states allow a maximum of 2 cancellations or reschedules per application. After reaching this limit, you may need to submit a fresh DL application. The exact limit varies by state — check your state's policy on the Sarathi portal.
If you fail the driving test, you can rebook a new test slot after a mandatory waiting period (usually 7 days, varying by state). Your application remains active. Simply go back to the Appointments section on Sarathi and book a new slot when you are ready.
Yes, but you must book the slot and appear for the test before your Learner's Licence expires. Your LL must be valid on the actual test date. If your LL expires before your test date, you will not be eligible to appear for the test and must apply for a new LL.
All greyed-out dates mean either the RTO has not defined slots for those dates yet, or the daily quota is already full. Try logging in during early morning slot release hours (7–10 AM), or contact your RTO to ask when new slots will be available.