Sarathi DL and Vahan Registration: How to Link Them

Sarathi DL and Vahan Registration: How to Link Them

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If you’ve ever wondered how to link your Sarathi Driving Licence (DL) with your Vahan vehicle registration, you’re in the right place! Both these services fall under the Parivahan Sewa umbrella, designed to make managing your driving and vehicle-related documents easier and more efficient. Parivahan Sewa In this guide, I’ll walk you through what you need, how it works, and what to watch out for so you don’t get stuck.

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What is the “linking” of Sarathi DL and Vahan Registration?

Yes, at a high level they belong to the same ecosystem (Parivahan Sewa), which means your driving-licence data and vehicle-registration data are stored under a unified framework.

  • Through Parivahan Sewa you can access both license-related services (Sarathi) and vehicle-related services (Vahan) from a single portal or app.
  • In the mobile app version (mParivahan), you can add both your DL and RC (Registration Certificate) to your profile — which effectively “links” them under the same account, making it easier to manage, view, and store.

So, you don’t need dual accounts or separate logins to manage your DL and vehicle registration.

Why Linking Them is Useful

Linking DL and RC under the same platform helps in a few ways:

1

You get a single dashboard where you can check both licence- and vehicle-related info (expiry, renewals, status).

2

Easier management of mobile number / contact info: authorities often urge updating the same for both DL and RC — a unified portal makes such updates simpler.

3

Digital storage of all documents: Via mParivahan (or other Parivahan services) you can store digital copies of DL & RC — so no need to carry physical copies always.

How to “Link” Your DL + RC via Parivahan / mParivahan

If you want to ensure your DL and vehicle registration are tied together for convenience, here’s what you do:

  • Sign up or log in to Parivahan Sewa (or install the mParivahan app and register with your mobile number).
  • Add your Driving Licence under the “DL / License” section (via Sarathi).
  • Add your Vehicle Registration / RC under the “Vehicle / RC” section (via Vahan).
  • Ensure your mobile number and contact details are the same across DL and RC — this helps for alerts, updates, challans, renewals etc.
  • After successful addition, you should be able to view DL and RC details from the same account/app anytime.

What Linking Does Not Do (Important to Know)

Linking DL and RC in Parivahan doesn’t mean they automatically affect each other’s legal status. For example:

1

Having a valid DL doesn’t guarantee that a vehicle’s RC will be valid — you still need to register the vehicle separately via Vahan.

2

Adding data to mParivahan or portal doesn’t replace official original documents; physical (or smart-card) DL / RC may still be required.

3

If you change state or RTO jurisdiction, you may need to handle DL and RC separately as per local rules.

What You Should Do Before Using (Best Practices)

Sarathi DL and Vahan Registration: How to Link Them
  • Always use official Parivahan / mParivahan — avoid third-party apps claiming to “link” DL/RC.
  • Keep your mobile number updated — authorities may use it to send notices, renewals, or challan info for both licence and registration.
  • Store digital copies once you add DL and RC — but also keep safe physical copies (or smart-cards) as backup.
  • Whenever you renew your licence or register a new vehicle — update in Parivahan so data stays current. YOU CAN ALSO READ: Booking Fancy Number Plates with Parivahan: Complete Guide

FAQs

Not usually. The process is mostly online via the Parivahan / Vahan fancy-number portal. Only after confirmation may you need to visit for final registration/plate printing, depending on state rules.

Yes — private cars, bikes, and sometimes other vehicle types can apply. But check the vehicle type when booking because plate numbers get assigned based on the vehicle category.

Then you lose — the number goes to the highest bidder, and if you had paid a booking fee, you may get a refund according to the portal’s refund rules.

Yes — fancy numbers are fully legal. But after allotment, the plate must follow standard registration norms, including proper font/size and High Security Registration Plate (HSRP), else you risk rejection or penalty.

Yes — fancy numbers need extra payment over normal registration. The cost depends on demand, number type (popular vs simple), and may go high via auction.

Final Words


Linking your Sarathi Driving Licence and Vahan Registration is a great way to simplify the management of your documents. You’ll be able to track both your DL and vehicle details in one place, get reminders, and even store them digitally. Just make sure to use the official portal, keep your details updated, and follow the steps carefully to enjoy all the benefits of a linked system.
If you like, I can also help you with a step-by-step guide with screenshots to show exactly how to link both DL and RC in Parivahan — making it even easier to follow. Let me know if you’d like that!

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