How to Apply for Adding a Category and New to Your Driving License in Nepal Online From

How to Apply for Adding a Category and New to Your Driving License in Nepal Online From

• By Krishna Shrestha
• 2023-12-21 16:13:31

How to Apply for the Driving License Online Form in Nepal ? 

Step 1: 

1. Visit the official Department of Transport website at www.dotm.gov.np
2. Click on the “Driving License” menu and Select “Online Driving License System”.

• • You will be presented with two URL Options.
  • For Gandaki Province, select URL: https://applydlnew.dotm.gov.np
  • For the rest of the DOTM offices, select the URL: https://applydl.dotm.gov.np

You skip <1> and <2> and directly open the above link for the respective DOTM office to keep things simple.

Vehicle Categories for New License

Step 2: Sign Up

1. Click on the “Sign Up” button to create your new DOTM profile.
2. Fill out the form with your correct Name, Contact Information, and Date of Birth.
3. Create a memorable strong Password and Answer the Question.
   • When you complete the “Sign Up” process, the DOTM website will send an OTP to your registered mobile number.
4. Verify the OTP.

Step 3: Fill Out Personal Details

You will be redirected to a new menu.

1. Select the “Personal Details” option and Fill out the form with all the necessary and correct Personal Information.
2. Do the same for Address Details, Citizenship Details, and Passport Details.
3. Review Details and Submit.

Step 4: Apply for a Driving License

After completing the above steps, you can now apply for a Nepali driving license online form.

1. Accept Terms and Conditions.
2. Select Appropriate Category.
3. Select your preferable Province and DOTM Office.
   • This is where you choose the DOTM office to complete your Biometric Registration.
4. Select a preferable date to visit the DOTM office.
5. Click Apply.
   • You will receive an OTP on your registered mobile phone.
6. Enter the OTP to complete the registration process.

Step 5: Print and Payment

Upon completion, you will be redirected to the homepage.

1. Select the Print Application option.
2. Print the form.
3. Put your passport-sized Photo and Sign the printed document. 

Visit the respective DOTM office on a selected date to complete the verification process.

 

Required Documents for Driving License in Nepal

Check the application form to find your DOTM visit date. Applicants must visit the DOTM office on the following documents.

• Original Citizenship and its Photocopy
• Blood Group Card (also issued at the DOTM Office)
• Signed Application Form with Passport Sized Photo
• Stamp Ticket (worth Rs. 10)

If you don’t have Citizenship in hand, you can take any one of the following documents. 

• • Birth Certificate
  • National Identity Card
  • Passport
  • Voter’s ID

Charges and Payment Fees for Driving License in Nepal

You will need to pay a non-refundable Rs. 500 payment charge during submission. Upon submission, you will get your white-colored Admit Card and Green-Pink-colored Payment Receipt. Keep these documents safe.

Eligibility for Nepal Driving License

• Must be at least 16 years or older to apply for a two-wheeler license.
• Must be at least 18 years or older to apply for a small four-wheeler (car, jeep, van) license.
• Must be at least 21 years or older (must have a B-Category license for two years) to apply for a bigger four-wheeler license.