Color Voter ID Card.

How to register for a Color Voter ID Card.

The Voter ID Cards issued by the Election Commission are among the most boring-looking documents that you’ll ever own. A single card in black and white with no real character to it is to be used as the most powerful tool in our arsenal to exercise our democratic rights? That didn’t sit quite right with someone in the Election Commission, as there is a new colour Voter ID Card that’s available to everyone.

A Voter ID Card is legally recognized document that acts as a proof of identity, age, and address, as it contains the following information:

• Name.
• Photograph.
• Date of birth.
• Address.
• Applicant’s father’s name.
  

You can use this document to identify yourself, register for a SIM card, apply for passports, confirm your age at bars and movie theatres, etc. in addition to using it for its primary purpose which is to cast votes for Members of Parliament (MP) and Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLA).

Registration process for colour Voter ID Card:

Applications for the Colour Voter ID Card are being accepted online, and the process should be started through the following list of websites depending on your State of residence:

Andhra Pradesh	http://ceoandhra.nic.in/home.aspx
Arunachal Pradesh	http://ceoarunachal.nic.in/
Assam	http://ceoassam.nic.in/
Bihar	http://ceobihar.nic.in/
Goa	http://ceogoa.nic.in/
Gujarat	http://ceogujarat.nic.in/
Haryana	http://ceoharyana.nic.in/
Himachal Pradesh	http://himachal.nic.in/index.php?lang=1&dpt_id=6
Jammu & Kashmir	http://ceojammukashmir.nic.in/
Karnataka	http://www.ceokarnataka.kar.nic.in/
Kerala	http://www.ceo.kerala.gov.in/home.html
Madhya Pradesh	http://ceomadhyapradesh.nic.in/(S(4ztxs555dpclrc45izygbc45))/Default.aspx
Maharashtra	https://ceo.maharashtra.gov.in/
Manipur	http://www.ceomanipur.nic.in/index.html
Meghalaya	http://ceomeghalaya.nic.in/
Mizoram	http://ceomizoram.nic.in/
Nagaland	http://ceonagaland.nic.in/
Odisha	http://ceoorissa.nic.in/
Punjab	http://ceopunjab.nic.in/
Rajasthan	http://ceorajasthan.nic.in/index.aspx
Sikkim	http://ceosikkim.nic.in/
Tamil Nadu	http://www.elections.tn.gov.in/
Telangana	http://ceotelangana.nic.in/
Tripura	http://ceotripura.nic.in/
Uttar Pradesh	http://ceouttarpradesh.nic.in/
West Bengal	http://ceowestbengal.nic.in/
Chhattisgarh	http://ceowestbengal.nic.in/
Jharkhand	http://ceojharkhand.nic.in/
Uttarakhand	http://ceo.uk.gov.in/
Andaman and Nicobar Islands	http://as1.and.nic.in/newelection/index.php
Chandigarh	http://ceochandigarh.nic.in/
Dadra and Nagar Haveli	http://ceodnh.nic.in/
Daman Diu	http://ceodaman.nic.in/default.asp
NCT of Delhi	http://ceodelhi.nic.in/
Lakshadweep	http://ceolakshadweep.nic.in/
Puducherry	http://www.ceopuducherry.py.gov.in/

If you want to apply for a colour Voter ID Card, follow the process outlined below:

1. Visit the site corresponding to your State of residence.
2. Find the link that says “Register here for a new colour PVC Voter ID Card”.
3. Fill out the required details like name, address, etc.
4. Enter your mobile phone number.
5. Upload a passport sized photograph of the dimensions and size mentioned on the site.
6. Once all the details have been entered and the photograph uploaded, hit “Submit”.
7. An OTP-type (One Time Password) verification code will be sent to your registered mobile phone number.
8. This number is to be entered immediately into the box provided for the sake of security and authentication.
9. After this step, an identity code will be sent to you that corresponds to your Voter ID Card.
10. The process will continue outside of your control through the relevant government agency, and you will receive SMS updates about the same.
11. The new colour Voter ID Card will reach you in a period of around 45 to 60 days.
12. The colour Voter ID will be sent to you through the post.

It should also be noted that MEE Seva and EE Seva offices also offer the facility to apply for these Voter ID Cards.

The cost for the application is Rs.30.

Identity Proof Documents: How to get a Driving License in India !!!

Identity Proof Documents: How to get a Driving License in India !!!: How to get a Driving License in India? Many of us know that it is mandatory to have a driving license if you want to drive your two whee...

How to get a Driving License in India !!!

How to get a Driving License in India?

Many of us know that it is mandatory to have a driving license if you want to drive your two wheeler or four wheeler in Indian roads. But, most of us are not aware of the procedure to obtain a driving license and the documents required to apply for a driving license. Especially for NRIs who are returning back to India, obtaining an Indian driving license again can be tricky. Read on to find more about the procedure to obtain driving license in India.

Why do I need a Driving License in India?

A driving license, popularly known as DL in India, is an official document certifying the license holder’s qualification to drive a motor vehicle of a particular category on Indian roads. The Central Government’s Motor Vehicle Act of 1988 states that any person who is operating a motor vehicle on Indian roads must have a valid driving license issued by the concerned State Government’s Regional Transport Office or Transport Authority (RTO or RTA). If you wish to drive a motor vehicle of any kind in India, you must either have an International driving license or an Indian driving license.The minimum age to obtain a driving license in India is 16 years for motorcycles with a power of 50CC or less and 18 years for all other kinds of vehicles.

Each state has its own RTA or RTO office in all major towns and cities from where driving license can be obtained and renewed.

Types of Driving License in India

In India, two types of driving license are issued to the motorists - a permanent license and a learner's license (LL). One must obtain a Learner’s license before getting a permanent license. if the applicant has an International driving permit (IDP) or a valid driving license from another country, the learner’s license is not necessary.

When it comes to permanent license, three types are issued in India.

• Heavy Motor Vehicle License - This type of permanent driving license is specially issued to individuals operating buses, lorries, tourist coaches, trucks and cranes.
• Light Motor Vehicle License - This type of driving license is for operating taxis, auto rickshaws, sedans, cars and sports utility vehicles.
• Motorcycle License - THis type of permanent driving license is issued to individuals for driving scooters, mopeds and motorbikes.

One must obtain a learner’s license first and then proceed to take the tests for obtaining a permanent license.

How to Obtain a Learner’s License in India?

A learner’s driving license is mandatory for all individuals who have not applied for or previously held a permanent license in India or abroad. A learner’s license is valid for six months and a majority of the Indian State Governments have minimum age criteria as follows.

• 16 years - for motorcycles with engines capacity 50 CC or less and no gears. This criteria needs the consent of a parent or a guardian.
• 18 years - For light motor vehicles and motorcycles with gears
• 20 years - For heavy motor and transport vehicles like buses, trucks and lorries.

Applicants who fulfill the minimum age requirements can apply for a Learner’s license with the application form and required documents. The test details and policies differs state to state. The applicant must provide all required documents at the concerned state RTO or RTA.

Documents Required for Learner’s License

The applicant must submit the following documents at the concerned RTO or RTA to obtain a Learner’s license.

• Duly filled application forms. Application forms can be obtained from the web portal of state Government’s RTO.
• Age proof
• Address Proof
• Medical Certificate - the application form can be downloaded from the RTO website. This form must be filled by a registered physician.
• Application fees - this varies by State.

Test Procedure for Learner’s License

The Learner’s License can be obtained from the state RTO after submitting all necessary documents along with the application form. The applicants must pass a written tess or an online test on general road rules and road signs. Generally, the Learner’s License is issued on the same day if the applicant passes the test. A permanent license can be applied for within 6 months or after 30 days from the date on which the Learner’s License was issued.

How to Obtain a Permanent Driving License in India?

After obtaining a learner’s license, applicants must pass a driving test to get a permanent license. Each state RTO or RTA will have different testing standards and testing centres. For two wheelers, examiners usually ask the applicant to drive the figure of number 8 on a vacant plot. For four wheelers, the test might be conducted on a busy road to see if the applicant is well versed in road rules and also to check the competence of the applicant.

To obtain a permanent driving license in India, one must already possess a valid Learner’s License.

Documents Required for Permanent Driving License

Given below are some of the documents which might be asked when applying for a permanent driving license. However, the documents required might vary depending on the state.

• Duly filled application form for Permanent Driving License
• Documents of the vehicle to be used for driving tests - registration certificate and insurance documents
• Passport sized photographs
• If the vehicle being used for the test is not owned by the applicant, a letter of consent by the owner might be required.
• Application fees for Permanent Driving License

Validity of Permanent Driving License in India

The Motor Vehicles Act of 1988 also specifies the length of validity for three categories of permanent license. They are as given below.

• Transport license is valid for three years.
• Light motor Vehicle license is valid for 20 years until the holder attains the age of 50 or 20 years from the date of issue, whichever comes first.
• Motorcycle license is valid for 20 years from the date of issue or until the holder attains the age of 50, whichever comes first.

Renewing a Driving License in India

License duplications, alterations and renewal can be undertaken easily at the respective State RTO, RTA offices at which the original permanent license was issued. All permanent licenses must be renewed within 30 days of expiry and if the license has been expired for a period of more than 5 years previously, the RTO or RTA will insist on another test.

Obtaining a driving license in India is by all means, an easy process when compared to other countries in the world. With RTOs going online to file application and to offer other details, getting a driving license in India should not be a hassle at all.