Driving Licence Name / DOB Correction Process India (2026)

What Can Be Corrected

The Sarathi Parivahan portal accepts corrections to the following fields on your driving licence:

• Name: spelling errors, missing initials, or formal name changes (after marriage, deed-poll)
• Date of Birth: incorrect DOB recorded at LL stage
• Father's or Husband's name: spelling or relation correction
• Address: handled via Form LLD (see separate address change guide)
• Photo: outdated or unclear photo refresh
• Signature: re-scan or update of signature
• Blood group: correction or addition
• Vehicle class endorsement: adding a missed class to existing licence

Cosmetic changes (font, layout, photo size) cannot be filed as corrections; they are part of the smart card design and not editable.

Documents Required

• Existing driving licence: scanned smart card front and back
• Form 33: application for change, downloadable from Sarathi
• Aadhaar card: for e-KYC and to support corrections matching Aadhaar
• Birth certificate / 10th marksheet: for DOB correction
• PAN card / passport: supporting ID with correct name
• Gazette notification: for formal name change after marriage or deed-poll
• Affidavit: sworn before notary, declaring the correction; mandatory in some states
• Three passport-size photos: recent, white background
• Marriage certificate: for surname change after marriage

How to File a Correction

1. Open Sarathi Parivahan: Visit sarathi.parivahan.gov.in. Pick your state. Click Driver Licence Related Services.
2. Click Services on DL: Enter your existing licence number and DOB. The system pulls your record.
3. Pick Change of Particulars: From the service list, select Change of DL Particulars or similar option (labelling varies by state).
4. Select the fields to correct: Tick name, DOB, or other relevant fields.
5. Complete Aadhaar e-KYC: Verify identity via Aadhaar OTP.
6. Fill Form 33: Enter the correct details. The system shows old and new side-by-side.
7. Upload supporting proof: Birth certificate, 10th marksheet, gazette, PAN, affidavit, photos.
8. Pay fees: Pay approximately Rs 200 to Rs 500 via UPI, net banking, or card.
9. Book RTO slot: Most states require a biometric and photo refresh visit.
10. Visit RTO: Carry originals for verification. Most visits take 30 to 60 minutes.
11. Collect corrected smart card: New card with updated details dispatched in 15 to 45 days.

Correction Fees

When Affidavit Is Needed

An affidavit is a sworn statement signed before a notary or magistrate. It is required in these scenarios:

• Name correction without gazette: affidavit explains the discrepancy and confirms identity
• DOB correction: sworn statement that birth certificate / 10th marksheet shows the correct date
• Surname change after marriage: sometimes accepted in place of gazette in select states
• Multiple changes at once: many states want a single consolidated affidavit listing all corrections
• Discrepancy with Aadhaar: if Aadhaar already shows wrong data, fix Aadhaar first; affidavit supports the bridging

Standard notary affidavit costs approximately Rs 100 to Rs 500 in metros. The format is available at the notary's office or downloadable from state Government websites.

Supporting Proof Documents

Mistakes That Hold Up Corrections

• Aadhaar mismatch: if Aadhaar still shows the wrong name or DOB, update Aadhaar first; otherwise correction is rejected
• Missing gazette: formal name change cases without gazette notification are routinely returned
• Birth certificate from non-recognised body: only birth certificates from registered municipal body or hospital are accepted
• Old affidavit: affidavits older than 6 months are sometimes flagged; get a fresh one if applying late
• Single correction split into multiple applications: consolidate all corrections (name + DOB + photo) into one application to avoid duplicate fees

Correct Records and Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions