Science TechnologyThursday, 3 September 2026·Hindu Tamil Thisai
Tamil Nadu to issue digital driving licence and registration certificate from September 15, 2026
Tamil Nadu will roll out digital driving licences and registration certificates from September 15, 2026, with QR-based verification and same-day digital issuance for new licences.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On September 15, 2026, which is Anna’s birth anniversary, Chief Minister Vijay announced in the Tamil Nadu Assembly that digital driving licences and digital registration certificates will be issued across the state.
Key specifics
- The current fee for driving licence or registration certificate is ₹250, and the physical card reaches applicants by post after a delay of 1 week to 1 month.
- Digital Driving Licence and Digital Registration Certificate will be downloadable by citizens from September 15, 2026.
- Applicants who pass the driving test will receive the digital licence on the same day.
- Government offices and authorised bodies can verify documents using QR code scanning.
- Any Regional Transport Office in Tamil Nadu will allow “Anywhere Registration/Licensing” in a phased manner.
Exam lens
TNPSC Science & Technology + Governance question type: digital governance and transport services, date September 15, 2026, QR verification, same-day issuance, and Anywhere Registration/Licensing are the key one-liners.