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Driving Licence Number Decoder

Enter a driving licence number to see its parts: the issuing state, the Regional Transport Office code, the year it was issued and the serial number. This reads the structure only — it does not connect to any database or confirm the licence is valid.

Driving licence numberFormats vary — try with and without spaces or a dash, e.g. DL-0420110149646.
Issuing state
Maharashtra
State code MH
RTO number
12
MH-12
Year of issue
2011
Serial number
0012345

Normalised: MH12 20110012345

This reads the structure of the number only — the state, the Regional Transport Office code, the year and the serial. It does not connect to any database and cannot tell you whether a licence is valid, current or genuine — check that on the official Driving Licence website. Nothing you type is uploaded.

FAQ

Can this check if my licence is valid?
No. It only splits the number into its parts. To check status, use the official Driving Licence website with your DL number and date of birth.
Why doesn't my number parse?
Formats vary slightly by state and era. The common pattern is a 2-letter state code, a 2-digit RTO number, a 4-digit year and a 6–7-digit serial. Try removing or adding spaces and dashes.

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