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How can a licensee apply for Deletion of weapon?
Licensee can apply only through online mode at Delhi Police Licensing website: www.delhipolicelicensing.gov.in.
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Within how many days of the Sale/disposal of weapon licensee should apply for Deletion?
Within 15 days from the date of sale of weapon.
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What is the mode of payment for Fees?
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I have sold the fire-arm after taking permission from the Licensing Authority, is it necessary to get the weapon deleted from my Arm License booklet?
Yes: You will have to apply online for deletion of the weapon.
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What documents are required to be uploaded with online application for Deletion?
a. to sell/transfer/gift weapon:-
Documents required: -
Application form to be filled online
the name and address of the authorized arms dealer, or
the license number and photocopy of the individual buyer depicting clearly that he /she has the
authorization to buy the weapon.
Original Arms License.
Affidavit for sell/transfer/gift a weapon Click to Download
Procedure: -
The application form will be submitted online after registration at the website www.delhipolicelicensing.gov.in and submit the signed print out of the application form filled online alongwith the relevant documents at the time of final proceeding of the application at Licensing Unit, 1st Floor, Police Station, Defence Colony, New Delhi-110049.
Documents required: -
b. to delete weapon already sold/transferred/gifted:-
Application form to be filled online.
Proof sale/transfer of the fire arms.
Original arms license at the time of visit to licensing unit.
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After sale of weapon as above, the applicant should bring the signed print out of application form along with the Arm License in original to Licensing Unit for deletion of the weapon with in 15 days of sale of weapon.
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Duplicate Arms License Booklet
What documents are required for duplicate booklet to be uploaded on website along with application?
Documents required: -
Application to be filled online
Original old license in case of damage or completion.
Copy of FIR or Non cognizable Report (NCR) if the arms license booklet has been lost.
An undertaking in the application itself mentioning that he/she will not misuse the license and deposit the same to the licensing office if the lost license is found in future.
Affidavit to be submitted by applicants on non-judicial stamp paper of worth Rs.10/- duly attested by a Notary Public)
Procedure: -
Application form and documents will be uploaded online, In case there is deficiency of document, it will be communicated to the applicant. After acceptance of the application the required fee will be paid online
The applicant will be informed through email and SMS about the process of application.
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What are the conditions where duplicate booklet can be issued?
(i) When the Arms license Booklet is Lost/ Misplaced/Stolen.
(ii) Damaged /Destroyed Arms license Booklet.
(iii) Arms license booklet has filled up.
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I want a Duplicate Arm license Booklet of Restricted weapon issued by the MHA. Should I apply directly to the MHA?
No. You will have to apply to this office and your request will be forwarded to MHA through Home Department, GNCT of Delhi.
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How can I apply for Duplicate Booklet?
Applicant can only apply online at Delhi Police Licensing website- www.delhipolicelicensing.gov.in.
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Extension of Area Validity
Who is the authority competent to extend area validity of arm license to other states/All India
Under Rule 19 (2), Arms Rule 2016, this office is empowered to grant Area Validity to the following category of licensees.
1. Union Ministers or Members of Parliament;
2. Persons of Defence Forces and Central Armed Police Forces;
3. Officers of the All India Services;
4. Officers in the Government or Government Sector Undertakings of Public Sector Undertakings with liability to serve anywhere in India;
5. Dedicated sports persons and the sports persons specified in serial numbers (1) to (4) of the table in rule 40 (2).
Except the above, under Rule 19 (3), all other cases are forwarded to the Office of L.G Delhi through Home Department, GNCT of Delhi for grant of area validity to other states or All India as the case may be.
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How can I get the area validity of my arm license extended to other states?
You will have to apply online on our website https://delhipolicelicensing.gov.in
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Can area validity of the arm license for other states/All India, granted to me once be curtailed?
Yes, under proviso Rule 19 (4), the renewing authority on being satisfied on the basis of some material evidence that you do not require extension of area validity any more, may recommend for the review of your case.
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Is extension of Area Validity has any fixed period?
Presently, the area validity is extended for a period of 3 years only.
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Who will renew the extension of Area validity after the expiry of 3 years. Do I have to apply again after the expiry of the period of 3 years by submitting all the documents.
This office will renew the extension of area validity after its expiry. You are not required to submit the documents again. An application on plain paper will be sufficient provided your arm license is valid and requisite fees is paid.
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What documents are required while applying for extension of area validity.
1. Prescribed Affidavit with need of area extension
2. Medical fitness (on form S-3) (Issued by a registered medical practitioner on prescribed proforma, not required in case of Armed Forces Personnel, police and paramilitary forces)
3. A photocopy of arm license (self attested) to be uploaded online.
4. Copy of two ID cum residence proof (as in Arms Licence ) (self attested) to be uploaded online
5. Documentary Proof justifying area extension, based on which the applicant applying for area extension- Certified copies of property/business (with name(s)/relation(s) of owner(s) of property/business) in the requisite/concerned state(s) for which ectension is sought, of the same be provided. (self attested)
6. If licencee is registered from outside, then genuineness and character verification report
7. In case of Govt./private service, service certificate issued by his supervisory officer/Employer/Head of Office (with name, Designation and complete office address) containing present posting, present address, permanent address and desirability report that the applicant needs extension of his Arms License in requisite/concerned state (with date of issue of serving certificate). Self attested copy of Date of Birth proof (e.g Matriculation certificate or School leaving Certificate, Passport etc.)
8. In case of business/property, the latest certified copies of ownership/occupancy (with name(s)relation(s) of owner(s) of property/business) regarding business premises/office/property in the requisite/concerned state(s) required under Law and Regulations including GST be provided. If the applicant has established office in the requisite state(s) then the applicant may attach all the requisite/authentic/genuine documents, issued by the concerned competent authority, in support of his submissions. (Self Attested)
9. Proofs/copies of documents with date(s) regarding frequency/number of visits to the place(s)/concerned State(s) for which extension is sought including copies of fare tickets, petrol pump receipts, toll tax receipts etc. (with checklist/datewise list and Self Attested)
10. The proposed/shortest route journey and MAP by/through which the applicant travels to the proposed area of extension
11. If there is any threat perception, documentary proof be attach with full justification to carry weapon in the requisite/concerned State(s)/beyond the existing jurisdiction(Self Attested)
12. Undertaking to the effect that all the documents provided by the applicant are correct/genuine/authentic/latest and there is no anomaly in the documents furnished by him. In case of ambiguity in documents, his case may result in rejection
13. Financial status proof like income tax return (ITR)/salary slip.
14. Weapon handling certificate (not required in case of Armed Forces personnel, police and paramilitary forces).
15. All documents provided by you must be correct/genuine/authentic/latest and there should be no anomaly in the documents furnished by you. In case of ambiguity in documents, your case may result in rejection
16. The proof of any property in the requisite state(s) for which extension is sought, certified copies of the same be provided.
17. Justification to carry weapon beyond the existing jurisdiction, if there is any threat perception documentary proof be provided
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Is it mandatory to obtain medical certificate from a Government Doctor?
The medical certificate issued by a Registered Medical Practitioner on his letter head having all the details as in prescribed FORM (S3), is equally good.
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I am not trained in weapon handling. Is it mandatory to undergo weapon handling training, before applying for an arms license?
You are not required to undergo weapon handling training, while applying for grant of an Arms License for permissible category of firearm. The necessary training in weapon handling shall be arranged by licensing authority at its Office for those individuals, whose request for grant of an arms license has been approved. They will also be issued a certificate in FORM S2 by the competent authority.
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I am in possession of .257 bore air gun which was purchased in January 2012. Do I need an arms license?
Yes, since notification of Arms Rules, 2016, Arms License is also required for Air Gun/Air Rifle having Bore/Calibre more than .177.
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I am resident of Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. Can I apply for grant of an Arms License by Delhi Licensing Authority?
No, You need to apply for grant of an Arms License to the Licensing Authority having jurisdiction over your present place of posting/residence.
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I am serving in Armed Forces/CAPF and presently posted at Delhi. Can I make an application for grant of an Arms Licence to Delhi Licensing Authority?
Yes, Armed Forces/CAPFs personnel having all India service liability are required to apply for grant of arms to the Licensing Authority having jurisdiction over his/her present place of posting.
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What is the prescribed age for grant of an Arms License?
One should have attained the age of 21 years on date of making application for an Arms license. However, age limit for making an application for grant of an Arms License on Sports Shooting basis is 12 years. Such application shall be considered only if it is supported be certification/recommendation of NRAI/SAI the certifying body.
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Can I apply for grant of an Arms License online?
Yes, you may apply online only for all the arms related services on licensing branch website www.delhipolicelicensing.gov.in
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My father/mother who was in possession of an Arms License issued by Delhi Licensing Authority. He has passed away recently. Can I be granted an Arms License on Inheritance basis?
Yes, you can apply for grant of arms license on inheritance basis. For this very purpose, you need to submit two additional documents, Indemnity Bond (duly attested by 1st class magistrate) and NOC by rest of the legal heirs. However, arms license will be granted on case to case basis, on the basis of merits/facts of the case.
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My Mother was issued arms license in 2015 and she is 69 years old. Can I apply for Arms License on heirloom basis?
No, you are not eligible for grant of an arms license on heirloom basis. The transferor should either have attained the age of 70 years or license should have been issued to him 25 years, prior to making such application.
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My real uncle wants to transfer his Arms License in my favour as he has attained the age of 80 years. Is it possible to transfer his arms license to me on heirloom basis?
No, you are not eligible for grant of arms license on heirloom/inheritance basis. The arms license can be granted on heirloom/inheritance basis only to husband, wife, son, daughter, son in law, daughter in law, brother, sister and grand children of the transferor licensee.
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Can I fill up the undertaking online?
You need to download the undertaking (FORM S1), sign it and then upload.
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I want to purchase a Blank Pistol. Do I need to have an Arms License?
Yes, Arms License is required to possess even a Blank Firearm.
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I want to apply for grant of an Arms License to possess .38 Revolver. Where should I apply for the same?
The .38 bore Revolver has been categorised as a Restricted Firearm in Arms Rules, 2016, for which, Licensing Authority is Central Government in MHA. You may apply online on our website www.delhipolicelicensing.gov.in.
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Purchase /Purchase Period /Endorsement of weapon
Whether physical inspection of weapon is required?
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Within how many days of the Purchase/acquisition of weapon the licensee needs to apply for endorsement?
Within 30 days weapon must be endorsed.
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What is the mode of payment for Fees?
The fee is accepted online.
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Can I purchase weapon issued to any army official/personnel, known as NSP (Non Service Pattern).
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How can a licensee apply for Endorsement of weapon?
Licensee can apply only through online mode at Delhi Police Licensing website: www.delhipolicelicensing.gov.in.
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From whom can I purchase weapon and ammunition?
You can purchase it from:
(a) Any Authorised Arms Dealer in India
(b) From any other Licensee having valid Arm License.
(c) From any manufacturer having valid license.
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I want to purchase a fire-arm from a licensee/Dealer residing outside Delhi, what is the procedure?
You will have to take NOC (No Objection Certificate) from this office to make purchase from outside Delhi. On the basis of this NOC you will apply for Journey License to the concerned Licensing Authority where the weapon is being sold.
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What do you mean by Purchase Period?
After grant of fresh license or sale of already acquired weapon, licensee has to Purchase/Acquire weapon within a period of 02 year further extendable by 01 year (total 2+1 year) in the discretion of the Licensing Authority.
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How to apply for Extension of Purchase period?
Licensee can apply only through online mode at Delhi Police Licensing website: www.delhipolicelicensing.gov.in.
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What documents are required to be uploaded with online application for Purchase period?
A) If you have no weapon on the license and the validity expires the licensee is required to revalidate the license.
Documents required:-
Application form to be filled online.
Original Arms License,
Weapon(s) for inspection.
different proofs of residence like photocopy of recent Electricity Bill, Water Bill, Telephone Bill, Driving License, Passport, Tax Return, Property/House Tax, etc. (self attested photocopies). Copy of PAN card would be accepted only if appended with a copy of Tax Return depicting the address.
Posting-cum-residence certificate / recommendation from the Commanding / supervisory Gazetted Officer is mandatory (In case of Armed Forces Personnel, and paramilitary forces only). Police personnel may also submit this proof. In that case 2nd proof of residence not required.
Procedure: -
Application will be submitted online at www.delhipolicelicensing.gov.in Applicant will submit the signed print out of the application form filled online alongwith the affidavit at the time of final proceeding of the application at Licensing Unit, 1st Floor, Police Station, Defence Colony, New Delhi-110049.
B) If you have the authority for more than one weapon and there is at least one weapon on the license but the other weapon has not been purchased at all, the purchase period is required to be extended if the same has expired.
Documents required: -
Application form on prescribed format
Original Arms License.
Procedure: -
Application form and documents will be uploaded online, In case there is deficiency of document, it will be communicated to the applicant. After acceptance of the application the required fee will be paid online.
The applicant will be informed through email and SMS about the process of application.
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What, if a licensee do not purchase the weapon within the stipulated period?
If the Arms are not purchased within the stipulated period (2+1), the Arms License shall cease to be in force.
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What is the mode of payment for Fees?
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What documents are required to be uploaded with online application for Endorsement of weapon?
LIST OF DOCUMENTS FOR ENDORSEMENT OF WEAPON
(a) Scanned Photo
(b) Scanned Signature
(c) Scanned Residence Proof
(d) Copy of invoice, if weapon is purchased from any Arms Dealer in Delhi
(e) Handing/taking over slip, if the weapon has been purchased from other licensee or transferred on heirloom basis.
(f) ) Copy of Death Certificate, in case the weapon has been transferred after the death of original licensee (Inheritance case).
(g) Copy of issue voucher/NOC, if weapon is issued by COD
Additional documents required if weapon is purchased from outside Delhi:
(1) Transport License (TL)
(2) NOC issued by Licensing Unit Delhi.
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Registration of Arms License issued from outside jurisdiction
Who has to apply for Registration of license in Delhi?
A person holding an Arm License changes his pace of residence, permanently, or temporarily for a period of more than six months needs to apply to the New Licesning Authority for Registration of his Arm License. Thus, any arm license holder who is having valid arm license issued/last renewed by Licensing Authority of outside Delhi and
(1) has shifted Delhi from other state/union territory OR
(2) Who is member of Military/Para Military Force/All India Service and has been posted to Delhi OR
(3) Any licensee of Delhi who has applied for registration with some other Licensing Authority and was issued NOC earlier by this office
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How can I apply for Registration with licensing authority Delhi?
You may apply for registration only through online mode at Delhi Police website i.e. delhipolicelicensing.gov.in
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What are the documents to be uploaded on website alongwith application?
(1) Scanned address proof of Delhi.
(2) Service certificate in case of Military/CAPF/Govt. Employee being posted in Delhi.
(3) Legible copy of all pages of Arms License.
(4) Transportation License, if the Area Validity of Arms license is only for a state.
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What should a licensee must do while shifting to Delhi?
He must ensure that:
(a) His arm license is having UIN
(b) His arm license is valid on the date of application
(c) He may request his previous Licensing Authority to update the particulars/information on NDAL/ALIS as per the arm license. fv
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What is the Fees for Outside Registration?
May please see the Fees Chart. (Link Here)
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What is the mode of Payment of Fees?
Fees can be paid online through Net Banking/Debit/Credit Card/UPI.
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What is the period for which my arm license will be renewed?
Normally, it will be five years. However Licensing Authority may decide to renew it for a period less than 5 years.
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My arm license has expired and my weapon is deposited with the Police Station/Arm dealer. They are not releasing my weapon since the license is expired. For renewal, inspection of weapon is also requi
At the time of actual renewal, you may submit the proof of deposit. On being satisfied, your arm license will be renewed with the condition to produce weapon for inspection within 7 days. On the basis of this renewal, you may get the weapon released and produce the same in this office for inspection immediately. After inspection of weapon, your renewal will be done for the total period as per rules.
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How to apply for renewal of my arm license?
You may apply online on our website www.delhipolicelicensing.gov.in.
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How many days in advance I can apply for renewal of arms license?
As per Rule 24 of Arms Rule 2016, the licensee can apply 60 days in advance prior to expiry of the license.
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What are the documents required while applying for renewal?
May please see the list of Documents required: -
Application form To be filled Online
Latest photograph of the applicant (in white background) to be uploaded online
Copy of Arms License to be uploaded online,
PAN card
Proof of residence in case the applicant does not possess Aadhar Card or Passport - (election card, or electricity bill, or landline telephone bill, or rent deed or lease deed, or property ownership's documents or any other document to the satisfaction of the licensing authority)
Weapon(s) for inspection ( to be brought at the time of appointment.
Aadhar Card or in case the applicant does not have Aadhar Card, a written declaration to be submitted in the form of an Affidavit along with and alternative identification proof which may include - Passport, Voter Identification Card, PAN Card or Identity Card issued to the employees
Posting-cum-residence certificate / recommendation from the Commanding / supervisory Gazetted Officer is mandatory (In case of Armed Forces Personnel, and paramilitary forces only). Police personnel may also submit this proof. In that case 2nd proof of residence not required.
On every Renewal Applicant has to submit the Undertaking Click to Download
Declaration on the prescribed format in case of Late Renewal Click to Download
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I could not apply for renewal in time. Is there any penalty charge for late renewal?
You can apply within 30 days of the date of expiry of the renewal. In that case, no late fees will be levied. Beyond that, late fees will be charged.
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Is physical presence of Licensee necessary at the time of renewal of arm license?
The renewal process can be completed through a person authorized by the licensee in writing but the Licensing Authority may require the personal attendance of the licensee at the time of renewal. Kindly see Rule 24 (6) in this regard.
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I have got a license with All India Validity. Can I get it renewed from anywhere in India?
No. Area validity is only the authorization to carry the weapon in that particular area i.e. state or All India, even that is subject to particular state restrictions. But all the services on your license will be provided by the Licensing authority where it is registered. A license can be registered with one Licensing Authority at a time and that too where you are physically residing.
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Is production of weapon for physical inspection necessary for renewal?
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Now I am residing at an address in Delhi which is different from that mentioned in my arm license. In the application form which address should I mention?
You should mention your new address where you are actually residing and should enclose the documents of this address only. If it is confirmed on physical verification, then at the time of your renewal, your new address will be updated in the system after charging the prescribed fees.
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What is the mode of payment of fees in renewal cases?
Your payment of fees will be calculated at the time of actual renewal and will be accepted at the fees counter through Credit/Debit card only.
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My license has expired and the time limit granted to purchase the weapon has also expired. What should I do?
Always avoid such kind of situations as it slows down the processes and increases the paper formalities. In this case you will have to apply for ‘revalidation’ of your arm license. If you have not availed the 2+1 year of purchase period, then Licensing Authority may grant you the purchase period for the remaining time and may also renew your license.
Otherwise, the Licensing Authority may cancel your license and may direct you to apply for fresh arm license.
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At the time of renewal, I have been told that there are criminal involvements against my name whereas these are old cases and have also been decided.
In all likelihood, you did not inform this office about your criminal involvements or this office has no previous knowledge of these cases/proceedings. A report regarding present status of the cases/proceedings will be called from the concerned Police Station/office. Thereafter, the matter will be put up before Licensing Authority for decision. This will result in little delay in comparison to normal renewal cases.
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At the time of renewal, I have been told that there are criminal involvements against my name whereas there are no such involvements. What should I do?
If, it is correct, then most probably it is a case of wrong entry in the record/system. A report in this regard will be called from the concerned police station/office. After receiving the confirmation of no involvement, the renewal will be done.
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I have shifted my residence outside Delhi and my license has expired. What should I do?
As per rules, you were duty bound to inform your new Licensing Authority about the shifting of your residence in its jurisdiction and get your arm license registered with it. However, you may apply online and submit an application stating these facts and submit proof of new address. Your request will be examined and Licensing Authority, on being satisfied, may renew your license for a short period to facilitate registration with new Licensing Authority.