Ages 13 to 16GuidelineLegal step

No driving before a licence
If a minor drives, the parent can be jailed for up to 3 years.
Why It Matters (Clinical Guidance)
- The guardian or vehicle owner faces up to 3 years in jail and a ₹25,000 fine.
- The vehicle's registration is cancelled for a year, and the teen can't get a licence until 25.
- At 16, only a gearless two-wheeler of 50cc or less is allowed, with a learner's licence and your consent.
Primary Citation: Motor Vehicles Act s.199A
Last checked: October 2026 • Medical review panel forming