Will Passing the Driving License (DL) Test Become Harder? You’ll Now Need 75% Instead of 60%

The government has proposed increasing the passing mark for the learner’s license test from 60% to 75% and eliminating fees for certain online driving license services. Read on for full details regarding these new proposals and regulations.

If you are preparing to obtain a driving license or need to update your name or address on an existing one, this information is relevant to you. The central government is planning to introduce changes to the rules governing driving licenses. Under the new proposal, you may need to achieve a higher score to pass the safe-driving tutorial test required for a learner’s license.

Furthermore, there is a proposal to waive fees for specific license-related services that can be completed online via Aadhaar authentication. In short, while passing the license test might become slightly more challenging, you will also end up spending less money on certain administrative tasks.

What Score Will You Need Now?

Currently, to pass the online safe-driving tutorial test for a learner’s license, you must answer at least 60% of the questions correctly. The new proposal suggests raising this threshold to 75%. This means you will now need to secure 75% instead of 60%.

Will the Duration of the Safe-Driving Tutorial Increase?

The new proposal also suggests setting a minimum duration of 30 minutes for the safe-driving tutorial. Additionally, it is proposed that the timeframe for completing this requirement be extended from 7 days to 15 days.

This tutorial covers topics such as traffic signs, rules of the road, a driver’s responsibilities in the event of an accident, and the essential documents required while driving. Essentially, it will no longer be just about passing a test; acquiring fundamental knowledge regarding road safety will also be mandatory.

Will Fees for Updating Name or Address Be Eliminated?

In the near future, there will be no fees for services such as updating the address, mobile number, or email address on a driving license. If these changes are incorporated into the final regulations, it will provide relief to individuals seeking to make corrections or updates to their licenses.

Which documents will be considered valid?

The proposal also includes changes to the rules regarding proof of identity, age, and address for matters related to driving licenses. Documents mentioned include the Aadhaar card, passport, voter ID, birth certificate, and recognized educational certificates. In certain cases, it is also proposed that an electricity bill or a domestic gas bill—provided it is no more than three months old—be accepted as proof of address.