New Delhi [India], The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, in response to recent media reports, has issued clarifications regarding the rules and regulations governing Accredited Drive Training Centers (ADTC) and driving schools. According to a press release, the ministry has emphasized that there are no changes expected in the existing provisions from June 1, 2024. Rules regarding ADTC, codified under Rules 31B to 31J of the Central Moto Vehicles Rules (CMVR), 1989, were introduced vide GSR 394 (E) on June 7, 2021. , and are effective from July 1, 2021. These rules outline standards and procedures for accrediting driver training centres, with the aim of improving the quality of driver education and safety on the roads.Additionally, Section 12 of the Motor Vehicles (MV) Act, 1988 which deals with licensing and regulation of driving schools was amended by the Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act, 2019. This amendment adds sub-sections (5) and (6), which specifically relate to schools or establishments recognized by a notified body. Central Government Recognition for ADTC may be granted by the State Transport Authority or any authorized agency notified by the Central Government, based on the recommendations of the testing agencies mentioned in Rule 126 of the CMVR, 1989. Upon successful completion of a course in ADTC, the candidate Obtain certificate (Form 5B) as per sub-rule (iii) of Rule 31E of CMVR, 1989. This certificate exempts the holder from the requirement of driving test under the provision of sub-rule (2) of Rule 15 of the CMVR, 1989. Other driving schools established under Rule 24 of the CMVR, 1989, which have less stringent requirements than ADTC, issue a separate certificate (Form 5) on completion of the course as per sub-rule (d) of Rule 27 of the CMVR, 1989. We do.This certificate does not exempt the holder from the requirement of a driving test under the similar provision of rule 15. The Ministry has reiterated that despite the exemptions mentioned, the final authority to issue driving licenses lies with the licensing authority. Applicants for a driving license must do this. Attach Form 5 or Form 5B, as applicable, with your application.