A Form 1A appointment is a quick clinical examination, but bringing the wrong documents (or forgetting one) is the most common reason a Form 1A is rejected by the RTO at upload.
This page lists exactly what to carry — whether you're going to a government doctor, a private clinic, or completing an online Form 1A workflow.
Quick facts
Ready to book your Form 1A?
Open the Form 1A hub to find a doctor and start the workflow for your state.
Prefer clarity before you pay?
Read the steps + FAQs below. Written for patients, not policy documents.
Choose the closest match so the certificate format and wording fit your use case.
The doctor needs to verify your identity and connect the Form 1A to your specific licence application — that's why ID proof and the Sarathi reference matter.
Clear guidance and an application flow designed for real-world acceptance.
If you take medication for any chronic condition, bring proof. Hiding conditions on Form 1A is risky and can lead to licence revocation if discovered later.
Clear guidance and an application flow designed for real-world acceptance.
Photos and address proofs are sometimes pre-filled by the medical platform if you're using an online service. For in-person visits, carry physical copies.
Clear guidance and an application flow designed for real-world acceptance.
A simple flow that feels like a modern healthcare app — not a confusing form.
Confirm with the doctor / clinic / online platform what they specifically need ahead of time.
Pick the right option so the certificate matches what your HR/college expects.
Carry one government photo ID (Aadhaar is universally accepted), the Sarathi/Parivahan reference, your existing DL if renewing, and any treatment records.
Follow the next step and submit complete details to avoid delays.
Wear or bring your usual eye correction (glasses / contacts).
Follow the next step and submit complete details to avoid delays.
After the exam, double-check the filled form for spelling, address, and DL number before leaving the clinic — corrections are harder later.
Follow the next step and submit complete details to avoid delays.
Clear answers to the questions people have before paying.
ID match is critical
Your name on Form 1A must match your DL application exactly — even small spelling differences can cause RTO rejection.
Be honest about treatment
Withholding chronic medication or condition information is grounds for licence cancellation if discovered later.
Carry one of everything
Photos, address proof, prescriptions — better to bring and not need than need and not have.
Written in plain language to reduce doubts.
Yes — passport, voter ID, or PAN card are also commonly accepted. Just confirm with the specific doctor or platform you're using.
Not always, but having the application number (DL-xxxx or the Sarathi reference) helps the doctor fill the form correctly. A digital copy on your phone is usually enough.
No. Each renewal needs a fresh Form 1A from a current examination. Old certificates are not reused.
Most clinics and platforms have the format ready. If you're going to a government hospital where formats can run out, downloading and printing the official format from the Parivahan portal as a backup is a good idea.
Bring updated address proof (utility bill, rent agreement, etc.) and inform the doctor so the new address is recorded on Form 1A.
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Ready to book your Form 1A?
Open the Form 1A hub to find a doctor and start the workflow for your state.
Ready to book your Form 1A?
Open the Form 1A hub to find a doctor and start the workflow for your state.
