Applying for a Learner's Licence (LLR) or Permanent Driving Licence (DL) online through the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) Sarathi Parivahan portal (parivahan.gov.in) has eliminated long queues at Regional Transport Offices (RTOs).
However, during Stage 2 ("Upload Documents / Scanned Photo and Signature"), applicants frequently experience upload rejections due to Sarathi's stringent file size and dimension checks.
This tutorial guides you through the exact technical requirements for Sarathi Parivahan and shows you how to format your files quickly with our Driving Licence Photo and Signature Resizer.
Sarathi Parivahan Upload Guidelines Table
| Document Asset | Recommended Dimensions | Allowed Size Limit | Format Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applicant Photo | 400 x 500 pixels (approx 3.5 x 4.5 cm) | 10 KB to 20 KB | JPG / JPEG |
| Applicant Signature | 140 x 60 pixels (approx 4.0 x 2.0 cm) | 10 KB to 20 KB | JPG / JPEG |
| Age / Address Proof (Form 1 / Aadhaar) | Full page scan | Under 500 KB | PDF format |
| Medical Certificate (Form 1A) | Signed doctor certificate | Under 500 KB | PDF format |
How to Prepare Documents for Sarathi Portal
1. Photo Formatting:
- Take a clear headshot looking directly into your camera.
- Use our Driving Licence Resizer to set the dimensions to 400 x 500 pixels and compress the output between 10KB and 20KB.
2. Signature Formatting:
- Sign on a clean white page with black ink.
- Crop tightly to the edges and format it under 20KB using our Signature Maker Online.
3. Supporting PDFs (Aadhaar, Address Proof, Medical Form 1A):
- If your scanned PDFs exceed 500KB, use our PDF Compressor to reduce them under 500KB without compromising the legibility of seals and signatures.
- If you have multiple single-page scans that need to be unified, combine them with our Merge PDF tool.
Key Requirements for Sarathi Parivahan Success
- White Background Only: Colored backgrounds or patterned wallpaper will trigger rejection during RTO officer scrutiny.
- Both Ears Visible: Hair must not cover your face, eyes, or ears.
- No Spectacle Glare: If you wear prescription eyeglasses, ensure the camera flash does not reflect on the lenses.
- Client-Side Privacy: Your identity documents, address proofs, and signatures are processed entirely in your web browser with zero server uploads on UtilityHub.