Learner's Licence in Andhra Pradesh (AP)

Documents Required for Learner Licence in Andhra Pradesh

A candidate applying for a Learner Licence must submit the following documents.

1. Application as given in Form.
2. Proof of age (as per the class of vehicle), which can be any of the following
   1. Ration Card, Life insurance policy, passport, voter ID card, birth certificate or school certificate
   2. Age certification as given by a registered medical practitioner
   3. If the candidate is unable to produce any of the age proof documents given above for an acceptable reason, the licensing authority shall accept an affidavit sworn before an Executive Magistrate, Notary Public or Judicial Magistrate by the candidate.
3. Application and declaration concerning the physical fitness of the applicant as given in Form 1.
4. Proof of residence, which can be any of the following
   1. Aadhaar card, voter ID, passport, ration card, electricity bills, house tax receipt or recent phone bills.
   2. If the applicant is not able to produce any of the address proof documents mentioned above for an acceptable reason, the licensing authority shall accept an affidavit sworn by the candidate before a Notary Public, Executive Magistrate or Judicial Magistrate.
5. For candidates applying for a transport Licence, medical certificate as mentioned in Form 1 A.
6. Recent passport size photographs of the candidate
7. If the candidate is applying for a Learner Licence for Transport vehicle, he must produce the original driving licence for Light Motor Vehicle held by him for at least a year.

How to Apply for a Learner's Licence in Andhra Pradesh

Individuals in Andhra Pradesh can make use of the Meeseva facility to get a Learner Licence. The Meeseva facility enables easy booking of Learner Licence test slots and also provides the Learner Licence application form which can be downloaded and submitted at the RTO Office. The process for applying online for a Learner Licence in Andhra Pradesh is given below.

1. The applicant can visit the Meeseva online portal or Andhra Pradesh Transport Department's website to download the application form for Learner Licence.
2. Information including applicant's name, KYC documents, Aadhaar card number, locality, district, pin code and khata number might be asked for.
3. The individual will have to submit the completely filled application form for Learner Licence at the nearest Regional Transport Office. The individual will also have to present the other required documents.
4. If you have not already booked a slot for taking the Learner Licence test, you can do so by visiting the Andhra Pradesh transport department's website. Select the test center and the district to check the availability.
5. Go to the test centre on the selected date and time with a copy of application form and other documents to take the test for Learner Licence. Once you pass the test, a copy of Learner Licence will be sent via courier.

How to Check Learner's Licence Status in Andhra Pradesh

Individuals who have applied for Learner Licence in Andhra Pradesh can keep themselves updated with the status of Learner Licence by visiting the Andhra Pradesh Transport Department's website. Also, the applicant can visit the RTO where they have applied for Learner Licence to know about the processing status.

Checking the Learner Licence status Offline at Andhra Pradesh Regional Transport Offices (RTO)

1. Candidates who have applied for Learner Licence can check the status of the same by contacting the concerned RTO where the application was made.
2. You will be asked to provide some information including contact address, application number and name to get details about the Learner Licence application status.

Checking the Driving Licence status Online at Andhra Pradesh Transport Department Website

1. Candidates can check for updates on Learner Licence application status right from the comfort of their homes by using the Andhra Pradesh Transport Department website.
2. Visit the "Document Delivery Services" page in Andhra Pradesh Transport Department website. Enter "Licence" as module type. You will have to provide the application number as input type and enter the Learner Licence application number.
3. The tool will immediately project details regarding the present status of Learner Licence and if the Learner Licence is printed and dispatched. EMS number, if applicable, will also be displayed.
4. In case you have entered wrong details, you can use the "Clear" option to make changes to the information.

How to Make Corrections in Learner's Licence

If you require corrections to be made in the Learner Licence copy after you have received it, follow the steps given below.

1. Get in touch with the RTO in Andhra Pradesh that issued the Learner Licence. You cannot get the corrections done in other RTOs. For example, if you have got your Learner Licence in Hyderabad, you will not be able to make changes in a RTO in other states of Andhra Pradesh.
2. Present the correct documents to make corrections in the Learner Licence. For example, you will have to present the marriage certificate to make changes to your name printed in the Learner Licence.
3. You will have to produce the original copy of existing Learner Licence and application in plain paper requesting for corrections in Learner Licence.
4. If the request for corrections is approved by the Regional Transport officer, you will have to pay a nominal fee and would be offered a receipt for the same.
5. The receipt can be used in lieu of original Learner Licence until a new Learner Licence is sent through courier.
6. To get a complete list of documents required and to know more about the process, do get in touch with the RTO that issued your Learner Licence.

Test Procedure for Learner's Licence in Andhra Pradesh

Given below is the test procedure for obtaining a Learner's Licence LLR in Andhra Pradesh:

Booking a Test Slot for Learner Licence Online

1. Before actually taking the test, the candidate must first book a slot for Learner Licence test online at Andhra Pradesh Transport Department website.
2. Visit the "Online Learner Licence Slot Booking" page to book a slot for your Learner Licence test. Get a confirmation, modification or cancellation slip by clicking on the links given for the same.
3. Aadhar number is mandatory to get a slot for Learner Licence online. After you provide the Aadhaar number, you will have to select the preferred district and test center to take the Learner Licence test.
4. You will be redirected to a calendar where you can choose the dates marked in green. Red color in the calendar denotes that slot is unavailable or full.
5. After you have fixed a date and time, you will be given an acknowledgement confirming the Learner Licence test appointment. You will then be redirected to the payments page and also be intimated about the documents required for Learner Licence test.
6. You will be able to modify information and reschedule the test through this portal.

Learner Licence Test Procedure in Andhra Pradesh

1. The Learner Licence test is a computer based test that will assess your knowledge about basic traffic signs and road signals. Usually, to pass the test, the candidate has to answer 16 questions correctly out of 20 questions.
2. The time duration for the Learner Licence test is 10 minutes and the test is offered in Telugu, Hindi and English.

Learner's Licence Renewal in Andhra Pradesh

A Learner Licence in Andhra Pradesh is valid for six months from the issue date and can be renewed for another six months during its validity. The procedure for renewing a Learner Licence in Andhra Pradesh is given below.

1. To renew a valid Learner's Licence, the holder must submit an application form to the concerned RTO that issued the Learner's Licence. You will be required to submit an application as in Form 9 for this.
2. Along with the necessary documents and application, the Learner Licence holder must also pay a nominal fee to renew the Learner Licence.
3. Documents like photographs, address proof and identity proof must be kept handy while renewing a Learner Licence.
4. Medical certificates as mentioned in Form 1 A along with Form 1 declaration might be asked for depending on your profile.
5. The RTO will approve and validate the application for Learner Licence renewal and the new updated Learner Licence will be sent to the residence of applicant.

How to Apply for Duplicate Learner's Licence in AP

In case the applicant has torn or misplaced the Learner Licence, he can apply for a duplicate Learner Licence. Here is the procedure to apply for a duplicate Learner Licence in Andhra Pradesh.

1. Step 1: The Learner Licence holder must fill an application form requesting the issuance of a duplicate Learner Licence and submit it to the RTO where the Learner Licence was issued originally or last renewed.
2. Step 2: The candidate will also be required to present documents like address proof and identity proof.
3. Step 3: The applicant will also have to furnish information including Learner Licence number, Applicant name, parent's name, date of Learner Licence issue and date of birth.
4. Step 4: The validity for the duplicate Learner Licence will be same as the original Learner Licence and the duplicate Learner Licence will be sent to the address of the applicant.