Form 1A Medical Fitness Certificate Online — Valid for Every RTO in Chennai
Chennai's driving licence services run through 10 separate RTO offices across the city, but the medical fitness certificate they all ask for — Form 1A — is exactly the same government form regardless of which one your application sits with.
Get assessed by a registered doctor online, and if you're fit to drive, receive your signed Form 1A digitally.
Do You Actually Need One? Quick Check
- You're 40 or older and renewing a driving licence (any vehicle class)
- You're applying for or renewing a transport/commercial licence — taxi, auto, goods vehicle — at any age
- You're applying for a learner's licence and you're above 40
- Your Sarathi application lists “Medical Certificate (Form 1A)” as pending
- You have a declared medical condition your RTO wants assessed
Which Chennai RTO Are You Dealing With?
Chennai's licence and registration services are split across 10 RTOs, grouped into North and South zones.
Chennai North
TN01, TN04, TN07, TN09, TN18
Chennai South
TN03, TN05, TN06, TN10, TN14
You don't need to know your exact RTO code to apply — Form 1A is a central government format under Rule 5 of the CMV Rules, 1989, so it's accepted identically at all 10. Wherever in Chennai your application sits, the certificate works the same way.
How to Apply
Submit your application
Your name, date of birth, contact number, and Sarathi application number or existing driving licence number if renewing. Note any relevant medical history — glasses, hearing aid, diabetes, past surgery.
Pay — starting at ₹649
Applications start at ₹649, with the applicable price shown before you complete payment.
Doctor review
A registered doctor reviews your case and, where needed, connects with you directly to assess vision, hearing, and general fitness. If something needs a closer look, they may ask for supporting documents before deciding.
Get your certificate
Once approved, your signed Form 1A PDF is sent digitally — ready to upload to Sarathi or carry to your Chennai RTO.
If the Doctor Needs More Information
If your case needs a closer look — supporting documentation for a reported vision or hearing issue, for instance — our team will contact you by phone or WhatsApp before your certificate is finalized.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it matter which of Chennai's 10 RTOs my application is with?
No. Form 1A is a standard central government format, so it's valid the same way whether your application is with a North Zone or South Zone RTO in Chennai.
I drive an auto or taxi in Chennai — do I need this?
Yes — Form 1A is required for any commercial/transport vehicle licence, regardless of age, and regardless of the vehicle's size.
How do I submit this to my RTO?
Upload the signed PDF yourself under the document section of your Sarathi application, or hand a printed copy to your RTO if applying offline. We don't submit it on your behalf.
Will an online consultation be accepted, or do I need to visit in person?
A registered doctor can conduct a valid consultation remotely under India's telemedicine guidelines and issue a signed certificate. What matters to your RTO is the standard Form 1A format with a genuine doctor's registration number and signature.
I wear glasses or have diabetes — can I still get certified?
In most cases, yes. The doctor evaluates overall fitness, and well-managed or corrected conditions are routinely certified fit, often with the correction noted on the form.
How long does the process take?
Most applications are reviewed within a few hours, though this depends on whether the doctor needs more information from you.
Don't Let a Pending Form 1A Hold Up Your Sarathi Application
Whichever Chennai RTO it's with, get assessed by a registered doctor and receive your Form 1A digitally.
Certificate issuance is subject to medical assessment. Processing time can vary depending on the information provided and doctor availability.