Driving licence test to require minimum 75% marks:Limit raised from 60%; name and address changes on card to cost zero

If you want to obtain a new driving licence, you will now need to score 75% to pass the test. Earlier, a minimum score of 60% was required to pass. The Ministry of Transport has prepared a new draft of the driving licence rules. Under the proposal, applicants will have to watch a ‘safe-driving tutorial’ lasting at least 30 minutes before taking the test. In addition, the government has proposed waiving the fees for certain services available online through Aadhaar verification. These include services such as changing the name and address on the card. A waterproof PVC card will be issued When you obtain a new driving licence or renew an existing one, you will now receive a sturdy, waterproof PVC card under ‘Form 7’ instead of an ordinary paper document. These documents will be valid: Aadhaar card, passport, voter ID, e-ration card and birth certificate can be used as proof of identity, age and address. Name and address on driving licences to be changed within 15 days If you apply to change your name, address or any other information on your driving licence, the RTO officer will have to complete the process or reject the application within 15 days. If your application is rejected for any reason, the RTO will also have to provide the correct and clear reason in writing. Change your name and address for free through Aadhaar verification If you change your name or address on your driving licence online through Aadhaar verification, you will not be charged even ₹1. To promote digital services, the government has proposed completely waiving the fee for updating names, addresses and other personal details. Suggestions and objections invited within 30 days The government has issued a draft of the new rules and invited suggestions or objections from the general public and experts within 30 days. The new rules will be implemented in their final form only after reviewing the feedback received from people.