How to Use DigiLocker for Driving Licence, RC & Insurance in India (2025 Guide)
Carrying physical copies of your driving licence, RC, and insurance is no longer mandatory in India. Thanks to the government’s DigiLocker app, you can store and show all your vehicle documents digitally — and it’s 100% legally valid!
📲 What is DigiLocker?
DigiLocker is a digital document wallet launched by the Government of India. It allows Indian citizens to store and access documents like driving licence, vehicle registration certificate (RC), insurance, PUC, Aadhaar, PAN, and more — all on your phone.
✅ Are DigiLocker Documents Legally Accepted?
Yes! As per the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), digital documents shown via DigiLocker or mParivahan app are legally accepted by traffic police and RTO officials across India.
📥 How to Add Driving Licence to DigiLocker?
- Download the DigiLocker app from Google Play Store or iOS App Store
- Register using your mobile number and Aadhaar
- Go to “Issued Documents” section
- Choose “Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH)”
- Select “Driving Licence”
- Enter your DL number and get it verified
📄 Other Vehicle Documents You Can Add
- ✔️ Driving Licence (DL)
- ✔️ Registration Certificate (RC)
- ✔️ Vehicle Insurance Certificate
- ✔️ Pollution Under Control Certificate (PUC)
- ✔️ Fitness Certificate (for commercial vehicles)
🔐 Is DigiLocker Safe?
Yes, DigiLocker is a government-authorized app with Aadhaar-based OTP login and encrypted cloud storage. It’s safer than carrying physical documents.
🚨 When Can You Show DigiLocker Instead of Paper Documents?
- ✅ Traffic police check
- ✅ Toll booths
- ✅ While travelling interstate
- ✅ RTO appointments
⚠️ Common Issues & Fixes
- ❌ DL Not Fetching? — Make sure the number matches your actual licence format (e.g., MH0120230001234)
- ❌ RC not visible? — Ensure your vehicle details are updated with MoRTH
- ❌ App crash? — Update the app or use web version: digilocker.gov.in
📍 Real Case: Ramesh Saved ₹500 Fine with DigiLocker!
Ramesh was stopped by a traffic cop in Mumbai for a random document check. He showed his driving licence and insurance via DigiLocker. The cop verified it instantly, and no fine was charged. No need for paper!
🔗 Useful Links
📢 Final Words
With DigiLocker, you don’t need to worry about lost or damaged documents. Every Indian driver should take advantage of this free, secure, and government-approved digital tool.
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Written by: RTO India Help Team | Updated: July 2025
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