A valid driving licence is mandatory for anyone operating a motorcycle, car or other vehicle in Pakistan. Drivers without a valid licence may face legal consequences under traffic laws.
Citizens must pass the required driving test and pay the applicable charges to obtain a licence. The regular driving licence fee structure covers motorcycles, rickshaws, cars and jeeps.
The announced fee schedule outlines charges for a one-year licence period. Applicants should understand the different costs before submitting their applications.
Driving Licence Fee for Motorcycle, Rickshaw and Car
The driving licence charges vary depending on the vehicle category. Applicants must also pay separate test and courier fees.
The following details explain the applicable charges for each category.
Motorcycle Driving Licence Fee
Applicants applying for a motorcycle licence must pay Rs50 as a test fee. The total fee is Rs450, including the test charges.
After passing the driving test, applicants must pay Rs400. An additional courier fee of Rs480 also applies.
Rickshaw Driving Licence Fee
The test fee for a rickshaw licence is Rs100. The total charges for the licence amount to Rs930.
Applicants who pass the test must pay Rs880, excluding the test fee. They must also pay Rs480 for courier services.
Car and Jeep Driving Licence Fee
People applying for a car or jeep licence must pay Rs150 as a test fee. The total licence charges stand at Rs1,830.
After successfully passing the test, applicants must pay Rs1,350. An additional courier charge of Rs480 applies to the application.
Lahore Offers Free Scooty Training for Female Students
Meanwhile, Lahore Traffic Police are continuing free scooty riding training for female students. The programme aims to improve women’s mobility and promote independence.
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz launched the initiative to support female students. The training programme provides practical riding skills without charging participants.
According to Lahore Chief Traffic Officer (CTO), 716 female students received training during the past month. The sessions were conducted at five scooty driving schools across Lahore.
Five Centres Providing Free Scooty Training
Female students can receive free riding lessons at five designated centres. These facilities are available at the following locations:
- Liberty
- Greater Iqbal Park
- LOS
- Aabshar
- Manawan
Students can select a training centre according to their convenience. The programme aims to make scooty riding lessons more accessible across the city.
The CTO has also instructed officials to arrange special training sessions at educational institutions. This step will provide additional opportunities for female students.
Road Safety Included in Training Programme
Professional instructors are supervising all training sessions. Students receive practical riding lessons alongside guidance about road safety.
The programme also covers traffic rules and regulations. These lessons aim to help participants develop safe riding habits.
Meanwhile, the driving licence fee structure provides separate charges for different vehicle categories. Citizens are advised to obtain a valid licence before driving.
The free scooty training initiative also supports female students. It aims to improve their confidence, mobility and independence through practical riding skills.
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