KP Government Makes Learner Driving Licenses Fully Online via Dastak App

The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has taken a practical step. They have made the entire process of getting a learner's driving license fully online. This applies to LTV and HTV transport vehicles as well as tractors, rickshaws and road rollers. People no longer need to stand in long queues or make repeated trips to transport offices.

Everything happens through the Dastak mobile app. You can apply from your home, complete the required checks and receive a digital certificate. The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Information Technology Board developed the system together with the Transport Directorate and the Transport and Mass Transit Department.

This change came into effect recently and has already started helping many people.

What the New System Covers

The digital service covers learner licenses for:

• Light Transport Vehicles (LTV)

• Heavy Transport Vehicles (HTV)

• Tractors

• Rickshaws

• Road rollers

Anyone who needs these licenses for work or personal use can now apply online. Professional drivers, farmers, small business owners and transport operators all benefit.

How Dastak Works for Driving Licenses

Dastak is the government’s citizen service app for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. It already handles arms licensing and is now adding transport services. The app brings many government procedures to your phone.

For learner licenses, the process is straightforward. You download the Dastak app, enter your personal details and CNIC information, complete online biometric verification, pay the fee electronically and submit the application. After quick digital checks, the learner's license appears as a digital certificate in the app.

You do not need to print anything right away. The digital version is valid and easy to show when needed.

Why the Old Way Was Difficult

Before this change, getting a learner's license meant visiting the transport office. Many people had to take a full day off work, travel long distances and wait in lines. Sometimes documents got misplaced, or verification took weeks.

Fees had to be paid in cash or through bank challans. The whole experience was tiring and time-consuming. For people living in remote areas of KP, the trip itself became a big problem.

Now those issues are gone. The government has moved the service online to fix exactly these pain points.

Simple Steps to Apply Online

Here is what you need to do:

• Download the Dastak app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.

• Register or log in with your CNIC details.

• Select the learner's driving license option for the vehicle type you need.

• Fill in the required information carefully.

• Complete the biometric verification through the app.

• Pay the fee online using easy payment methods.

• Submit and wait for the digital certificate.

The whole process usually finishes in a short time. Officials say you get the license quickly after verification.

Real Benefits for Citizens

The biggest gain is time. You save hours or even days that used to go into travel and waiting.

Transparency is another plus. Biometric verification links the application directly to your identity, so the chances of fake or wrong licenses drop sharply.

Electronic payments mean no cash handling and clear records. Everyone can track their application inside the app.

For daily wage workers and small transporters, this is especially helpful. They do not lose a day’s earning just to get a legal document. Farmers can apply for tractor licenses without leaving their village.

The government says the move is part of their larger plan to bring services to the doorstep. More transport-related services are expected to go online soon.

Who Should Use This Service Now

If you drive for a living, this update is for you.

If you run a rickshaw or small goods carrier, you can now get your learner license faster.

If you need a tractor license for farming work, the app makes it simple.

Even road roller operators for construction sites can apply without hassle.

Students learning to drive commercial vehicles will also find it convenient. Families helping younger members get started can guide them through the app easily.

Part of Bigger Digital Changes in KP

This is not a one-off step. The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has been pushing digital services for several years. The Dastak app already helps with arms licenses and other citizen needs.

By adding driving licenses, they are making everyday government work smoother. The goal is to reduce paperwork, cut unnecessary visits and build trust through clear processes.

People in Peshawar, Mardan, Abbottabad, Swat and far-flung districts all get the same easy access now.

What to Keep in Mind

Make sure you have a working smartphone and stable internet when you apply. Keep your CNIC and other details ready. Double-check the information you enter because mistakes can delay the process.

The digital certificate is official, but keep a copy on your phone and print one if you prefer. Rules for converting learner licenses to regular ones remain the same.

A Welcome Change for KP Residents

This online system shows the government is listening to common problems. Long waits and repeated office visits frustrated too many people for too long.

Now the process feels modern and fair. It saves money on travel and gives back valuable time. For a province with busy roads and growing transport needs, easier licensing makes practical sense.

If you need a learner's license for any covered vehicle, open the Dastak app today and give it a try. The change is small, but it makes daily life noticeably better for thousands of drivers across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. For more updates, visit DrivePK.com