Punjab Driving License

In our Driving License Series, we have already covered The Step-by-Step Guide to Applying for a Learner Driving License in Punjab. This blog is for those who are now interested in applying for a regular or fresh driving license in Punjab. As written in the mentioned blog, you are eligible to take the driving license test after 42 days of obtaining your learner license.

You will need to submit the following mandatory documents at a driving center (their locations are mentioned in the blog):

Valid Learner Permit/License
1 copy of your valid CNIC
2 passport size photographs
Application Form A
Rs.100 bank receipt from any HBL Bank branch (Account Title: CTO Driving License Test Fees | Account No.01277901547301)
Medical Certificate (only for applicants 50 years of age and above or commercial license applicants)
Driving license ticket available at the center (fee details are given later in the blog)

Once you have all of the above mentioned, arrange them in a file (available at the center) and bring them to one of the locations mentioned below. For the sake of convenience, we have listed driving centers in Lahore only with their timings.

Driving License Test Center Locations

Test Center	License Category	Test Day	Timing
CTPL Smart Licensing 24/7 Center, Manawan	All categories	7 days	24 hours
Arfa Karim Tower	Car, Motorcycle	Monday to Saturday	8 – 6
94 K Block, Phase 1, DHA	Car, Motorcycle	Monday to Saturday	8 – 6
Driving License Center, Bahria Town	Car, Motorcycle	Monday to Saturday	8 – 6
Driving License Center, Greater Iqbal Park	Car, Motorcycle	Monday to Saturday	8 – 6
Women Licensing Center, Liberty, Gulberg	Car, Motorcycle	Monday to Saturday	8 – 6

Driving License Fees in Punjab

There are different fees for each category of licenses. The fee is paid after you have passed the practical test.

Category	Test Fee(Rs.)	Issue Fee for 5 Years(Rs.)	Total Fee(Rs.)
Car	150	750	900
Motorcycle	50	500	550
LTV	150	750	900
HTV	200	1000	1200
Motorcycle + Car	200	750	950

The fee is paid in the form of postal stamps which are available at all driving license centers listed above.

Medical Test

Medical test is a requirement only for those who are of 50 years of age and above or who are applying for a commercial driving license. The Medial Form can be downloaded by clicking here. The medical test can be conducted by any doctor working in a district hospital.

Driving License Test: A Step-by-Step Guide

You do not need to make an appointment to take this test. Simply walk into any of the driving test centers and get a token. Once your token number is called, submit the required fee as stated above and then take the theory-based test.

1. In the Driving License Theory Test, which is a computer-based, multi choice test, your theoretical knowledge of road signs will be tested. You will need to score at least 6/10 to pass this test. If you fail the test, you can reappear after 42 days. Here is a sample of such a test. In order to pass this test, you need to know these signs, which are present in the booklet you received at the time of your learner driving license:

2. Once you pass the Driving License Theory Test, you will be asked to take the Practical Test at the same center. An inspector will conduct the test. You can either take the test in your car or the inspector’s official car, which is usually a Cultus. To maximize your chances of passing this test in the first go, watch this video:

If you fail the test, you can reappear after 42 days.

3. Once you pass this test as well, your regular driving license will be delivered to your address in 15 days.

Driving License Endorsement

Driving license endorsement means adding a category to your existing license. For example, if you have a car’s license and now you have bought a motorcycle, you do not need to carry two licenses, one each for car and bike. You can legally drive both vehicles with one license.

If you need to endorse your license, simply follow the instructions below and walk into any driving license center of your choice.