How to Prepare for the RTO Learner's Licence Test

The learner's licence (LL) test is a short computer-based exam on traffic rules, signs, and penalties. Most states ask 15–20 multiple-choice questions with a pass mark around 60–70% — very passable with a few evenings of focused practice.

What the test covers

• Traffic signs — mandatory, cautionary, and informatory signs make up the largest share of questions. Study the full set on our traffic signs guide.
• Rules of the road — right of way, overtaking, lane discipline, signals.
• Penalties — fines for common offences under the MV Act, covered in traffic rules and penalties.
• Duties of a driver — accident response, documents to carry, emergency vehicles.

Booking the test

1. Apply on the Sarathi portal (sarathi.parivahan.gov.in) with your state.
2. Upload identity, address, and age proof (Aadhaar makes this fastest).
3. Pay the fee and pick a slot — or choose the home-based online test where your state offers Aadhaar-authenticated testing.
4. Appear for the test; results are shown immediately.

A practice strategy that works

Spend your first session in prepare mode — read every question with its answer and explanation, without scoring. Then switch to timed mock tests and repeat until you consistently score above 80%. The VahanInfo app has state-wise question banks in 12 languages, with both modes built in — try a few sample questions on the RTO exam page first.

After the learner's licence

Your LL is valid for 6 months. You can book the permanent driving test after 30 days. Use that window to practice the test-track manoeuvres — figure-eight for two-wheelers, reverse-S and parallel parking for cars — since many RTOs now use sensor-monitored automated tracks where precision matters.