Driving Licence Eye Test — Requirements & What to Expect
A basic vision test is a mandatory part of getting or renewing a driving licence in India — it confirms you can see clearly enough to drive safely, with glasses or contact lenses if you normally wear them.
What's checked
The test usually screens for basic visual acuity (how clearly you can read a standard eye chart) and sometimes colour vision, to confirm you can distinguish traffic signals. If you wear corrective lenses, bring them — the test is usually done with your normal correction, and your licence may be endorsed 'must wear glasses while driving'.
When it's required
At the time of the original driving test, and again at renewal — this becomes more relevant as you get older, since some states apply extra scrutiny to renewals for applicants above a certain age.
Frequently asked questions
Is an eye test compulsory for a driving licence in India?+
Yes, a basic vision screening is a standard part of both the original driving licence test and licence renewal at Indian RTOs.
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