How to update mobile number linked to your driver's license
MoRTH allows users to update the mobile number linked to their driving licence and vehicle registration online through the Vahan and Sarathi portals. The facility helps users receive OTPs, alerts and transport notifications without visiting an RTO.
Your mobile number linked to your driving licence and vehicle registration is more important than you might think. It helps you receive important alerts, OTPs for online services, and notifications related to your licence and vehicle. To make the process easier, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) allows users to update their registered mobile number online through the Vahan and Sarathi portals, without visiting the Regional Transport Office (RTO).
Here's a step-by-step guide to updating your mobile number.
STEP 1: VISIT THE OFFICIAL PORTAL
Open your web browser and visit the official Vahan Mobile Number Update portal or the Sarathi Parivahan website.
Vahan: For vehicle registration (RC)-related updates.Sarathi: For driving licence-related updates.
STEP 2: SELECT THE RELEVANT SERVICE
Choose whether you want to update the mobile number linked to your Driving Licence (DL) or Vehicle Registration Certificate (RC).
STEP 3: ENTER YOUR DETAILS
Fill in the required information, such as:
Driving Licence Number or Vehicle Registration NumberDate of Birth or other verification details (if required)
Double-check the information before proceeding.
STEP 4: VERIFY YOUR IDENTITY
An OTP may be sent to your existing registered mobile number, or you may be asked to complete other verification steps, depending on your records and state-specific requirements.
STEP 5: ENTER YOUR NEW MOBILE NUMBER
After successful verification, enter your new mobile number. Verify it using the OTP sent to the new number and submit the request.
WHY YOU SHOULD KEEP YOUR MOBILE NUMBER UPDATED
Updating your mobile number ensures you receive:
OTPs for online driving licence and vehicle-related services Important notifications from transport authorities Alerts related to licence renewals and other services Seamless access to digital transport services
BENEFITS OF UPDATING ONLINE
No need to visit the RTO in many casesFast and convenient processSecure OTP-based verificationAvailable anytime through the official portals
THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND
Use only the official Vahan and Sarathi portals.Keep your driving licence or vehicle registration number handy.Ensure your new mobile number is active to receive OTPs.Requirements may vary slightly depending on your state or Union Territory.
Keeping the mobile number linked to your driving licence and vehicle registration updated helps you access transport services without hassle and ensures you don't miss important alerts. With the online facility provided through the Vahan and Sarathi portals, most users can complete the process in just a few minutes without visiting an RTO.
Your mobile number linked to your driving licence and vehicle registration is more important than you might think. It helps you receive important alerts, OTPs for online services, and notifications related to your licence and vehicle. To make the process easier, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) allows users to update their registered mobile number online through the Vahan and Sarathi portals, without visiting the Regional Transport Office (RTO).
Here's a step-by-step guide to updating your mobile number.
STEP 1: VISIT THE OFFICIAL PORTAL
Open your web browser and visit the official Vahan Mobile Number Update portal or the Sarathi Parivahan website.
Vahan: For vehicle registration (RC)-related updates.Sarathi: For driving licence-related updates.
STEP 2: SELECT THE RELEVANT SERVICE
Choose whether you want to update the mobile number linked to your Driving Licence (DL) or Vehicle Registration Certificate (RC).
STEP 3: ENTER YOUR DETAILS
Fill in the required information, such as:
Driving Licence Number or Vehicle Registration NumberDate of Birth or other verification details (if required)
Double-check the information before proceeding.
STEP 4: VERIFY YOUR IDENTITY
An OTP may be sent to your existing registered mobile number, or you may be asked to complete other verification steps, depending on your records and state-specific requirements.
STEP 5: ENTER YOUR NEW MOBILE NUMBER
After successful verification, enter your new mobile number. Verify it using the OTP sent to the new number and submit the request.
WHY YOU SHOULD KEEP YOUR MOBILE NUMBER UPDATED
Updating your mobile number ensures you receive:
OTPs for online driving licence and vehicle-related services Important notifications from transport authorities Alerts related to licence renewals and other services Seamless access to digital transport services
BENEFITS OF UPDATING ONLINE
No need to visit the RTO in many casesFast and convenient processSecure OTP-based verificationAvailable anytime through the official portals
THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND
Use only the official Vahan and Sarathi portals.Keep your driving licence or vehicle registration number handy.Ensure your new mobile number is active to receive OTPs.Requirements may vary slightly depending on your state or Union Territory.
Keeping the mobile number linked to your driving licence and vehicle registration updated helps you access transport services without hassle and ensures you don't miss important alerts. With the online facility provided through the Vahan and Sarathi portals, most users can complete the process in just a few minutes without visiting an RTO.
