I have been using the mParivahan App for about 3 months now, and I am awestruck with the amazing features of this app. As this app is so useful and easy to use, I was under the impression that everyone owning a vehicle in India must be aware of this app but recently as I was speaking to one of my friends, I somehow mentioned the mParivahan mobile app and to my surprise, he was not aware of this app. Hence I decided to write a review of this mobile app so it can reach more motorists in India.
mParivahan is available for both Android as well as iOS users. In this review, we will have a look at the key features of this mobile app, how to install and use this app and why it is a must-have app on your smartphones. Android users can download the app by clicking here. Apple users can download the app by clicking here.
Key Features of mParivahan App
- You can create a virtual RC (Registration Certificate) in this app. Read till the end to know the step by step procedure to create a virtual RC.
- You can also create a virtual DL (Driving License) in this app. Read till the end to know the step by step procedure to create a virtual DL.
- Another important and very useful feature is that you can share your virtual RC with your family or friends who are driving your vehicles. Keep reading to know how to share your virtual RC.
- Well, the good thing is that once you have created these virtual RC and DL, you no longer need to carry your Vehicle papers at all times. Hence, you need not be afraid to lose your papers, one can keep them safely at home without any tensions.
- Another good thing about these virtual RC and DL is that once created, you do not need an internet connection to open them. So you can be tension-free that even if your internet is not working, you still have your vehicle’s digital papers with you.
- These virtual RC and DL are acceptable by the traffic police. It means traffic police can no longer harass you if you don’t have original papers with you, provided you have the mParivahan app with your virtual RC and DL created as these are valid documents as per IT Act 2000.
- The app also generates a QR Code for your virtual RC and DL. Now, this is also very useful as you can download this QR code and save it on your mobiles. If any traffic police officer asks for your papers, you can simply present this QR code, they will scan it and get all the required details.
- Another important feature, this app provides is Emergency Services. A one-touch Emergency button is provided on the app’s main page. One can create an emergency profile in this section by adding emergency contacts. Hence the contacts can be directly notified by a single touch in case of an emergency. You can also call an Ambulance by one touch in this section. Later in this article, we will have a look at how to create an emergency profile and use this feature.
- mParivahan is presently available in two languages, i.e. Hindi and English. Other language options will be available soon.
- It also has a Notification section where you can find the latest notifications from the Ministry of Transport. Hence, keeping you updated on any new rules/laws.
- Nowadays automatic challans are issued on highways and expressways for breaking any traffic laws. In such cases, there are chances that we may miss some of them. To counter this, the mParivahan app has a great feature, i.e. Search Challan. You can search the challans issued against the RC or a DL by simply entering the RC number or DL number.
- Presently, you can pay the road tax through this app, if you are from Sikkim. For other states, this service will be available soon. Also, you can reprint the receipt of such transactions through this app.
- The app also has a section containing the guidelines and Documents required for various types of Registration or other certificates for the vehicle.
- Similar to the Registration certificate, mParivahan has a separate section for the DL information providing the guidelines and documents required for various types of Driving licenses like International Driving permit, etc.
- mParivahan app also provides other useful features like DL Mock Test, Finding Nearest Pollution Checking Center, Finding Nearest RTO, etc.
How To Install and Setup mParivahan App
- Go to Play Store or App Store, search “mParivahan”.
- Install and open the app.
- On the home page of the app, press three lines on the top left corner of the app as shown below.
- Now, click on Sign In.
- Assuming, you are using this app for the first time, click on Sign Up.
- Enter your mobile number. A new pop up containing the Terms & Conditions will open, read the terms and conditions and if you agree, check the “I have read and agree..” box.
- You will receive an OTP, enter that OTP Code and click Verify.
- On the next screen, complete your profile by entering your name and then click Sign Up. Now your account is created thus enabling you to use all the features of the app.
Now, let us have a look at how to use this app. For this purpose, firstly we will see how to create virtual RC and DL in mParivahan as these are the takeaway features of this app.
How To Create Virtual RC on mParivahan App
- Open the mParivahan App, keep your vehicle’s physical RC handy.
- On the home page of the app, click on Create Virtual RC as shown below.
- Now, enter the RC number on the next screen and press the search button. RC number is the number written on your vehicle’s number plate. The same is also available on the physical RC.
- You will see the details of your vehicle ( like make, model, etc.) along with the owner’s name, registering authority, Insurance details, PUCC details, etc. Now, click “Add to Dashboard for Virtual RC”.
- A new screen will open to Verify your RC, enter the last four digits of Chasis and Engine No. (Both are available on your physical RC) and click Verify.
- Your virtual RC is now created, you will get a message to Go to the dashboard to check your RC Details. Press OK.
- You can go to the Dashboard or RC Dashboard to see your Virtual RC. Click anywhere on the RC and it will show you the full details including Insurance, PUCC, Seating capacity, Type of fuel, etc along with the QR code. You can download this QR code for later reference.
Before we move on to discuss creating the virtual DL, let us have a look at how one can share the Virtual RC.
How To Share Virtual RC on mParivahan App
- Once you have created your Virtual RC as per the above steps, go the Dashboard.
- You will be able to see your Virtual RC and on the top right of that, you will see a share button, as shown below.
- Click the share button.
- Now enter the receiver number and select the duration for how long you want to share the RC. Click Shared RC. Your virtual RC is now shared. Remember, the receiver should also have mParivahan installed on their mobile phone.
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How To Create Virtual DL on mParivahan App
- Open the mParivahan App, keep your Driving License (DL) handy.
- On the home page of the app, click on Create Virtual DL as shown below.
- Enter your DL number and press the search button as shown below.
- You will see the details of your Driving License. Click “Add to Dashboard for Virtual DL”.
- On the next screen, it will ask you to verify your DL by confirming your DOB. Enter your DOB and press Verify.
- Your virtual DL is now created, you will get a message to Go to the dashboard to check your DL Details. Press OK.
- You can go to Dashboard or DL Dashboard to see your Virtual DL. Click anywhere on the DL and it will show you the full details of your DL along with the QR code. You can download this QR code for later reference.
How To Find The Pending Challans
- Open the mParivahan app.
- On the home page of the app, press three lines on the top left corner of the app as shown below.
- Find Search Challan and click on it.
- You will get two options here, search either by RC number or by DL number, select any one of them and press Search. You will get the challan details if any.
How To Use Emergency Services Options in mParivahan App
- On the home page, click on the Ambulance symbol on top right as shown below.
- You will get three options on the next screen, as shown below.
- You can create an emergency profile by clicking on Create Now.
- Once you have an emergency profile created, in case of an emergency, you can press Tap to notify contacts.
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WHY IT IS A MUST HAVE APP
Well, after describing all the key features of this awesome app, do I still need to give you any reason for downloading this app? mParivahan makes your life a lot easier and tension-free. Thus, I will recommend to download and set up this app right away. Once done, you need not worry about carrying your vehicle’s paper physically. Also, you need not worry about forgetting the expiry dates of any documents of your vehicle or DL as all the expiry dates are available in one place. Hence it is more easy and convenient for you to get your documents renewed well in time.
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We hope that you will find the mParivahan app and this review helpful. If you face any issues during setup or have any questions related to this app, feel free to comment.
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I’m not familiar with this particular app, but my insurance agency here in the US has one that is similar called YourTurn. It offers many of the same features that this app you’re speaking of offers, but it also gives every user $10 back per month for safe driving participation. I’m so surprised more apps like this aren’t available to others!
Interesting app. We don’t have anything like it here.
This is kinda interesting and innovative way of helping. I’m glad this is available for everyone. Thanks for it.
Sounds like there are a lot of great benefits and features of this app. Great job in providing a useful guide on how to use it.
You are so lucky. I would love to to use this app! Yet, your review and pics make me feel like I already have.
Very innovative app. I love that you can share your registration and dl with someone who might be driving your car. It’s better than having to physically give it to them just in case they might lose it.
Very convenient to have something that allows you to just produce your license and insurance information all in one!
This is my first time to heard about this app it looks a great app I love the features and makes our lives convenient
Seems to be a wonderful and convenient application. I would definitely save this for future reference! Cheers!
Wow, this app is so cool. I didn’t know it existed. So useful for Indian licences and RCs.
By the time I reached this comment box, I have already downloaded and installed the app. Now gonna explore it.
I have never heard of the mParivahan App. I am definitely going to share this article with my husband. Thank you for sharing!
I didn’t know this app existed thank you for the recommendation of the mparivahan app!
Wow this is a cool app, I will have to remember to pass it along to my driving friends. 🙂
I am using this app for more than 4 months. It’s a god gift for the bikers. Sometimes we forget to bring the docs, now with this app I can show all the necessary docs to police. It’s a very very useful app from India Govt.
This is a great overview of the app. I have seen many people use it and after reading the details and features you explained I think I need to donload it.
Sounds like a great and useful app especially during an emergency.