UP DL Exam Syllabus

UP DL Syllabus:  The Computer-based UP DL (Driving License) Test is a Multiple Choice Based Question Paper in which the candidates will have to tick one option which they think to be correct, out of 3 or 4 options available. The candidates are given 15 questions and they have to answer every question one by one.

For every question, there is a time limit of 30 seconds in which they have to answer that particular question. The aspirants should go through the UP DL Syllabus mentioned below for easily clearing the UP DL Online Exam. By simply reading the contents of the UP DL Syllabus, they can crack the UP DL Online Test as it is not so difficult.

Overview of UP DL (Driving License)

Name of Exam	Uttar Pradesh Driving License Exam
Acronym	UP DL Exam
Nature of Questions	Multiple Choice Based Questions
No. of Questions	15 Questions
Time Allotted to Attempt Each Question	30 seconds each

The UP DL Syllabus for the Online Test contains the following topics:

1. Traffic Signs and Signals.
2. Traffic Rules.
3. Duties of a Responsible Driver in case of an unexpected happening or if any accident takes place. 
4. Precautions need to be taken while crossing the road.
5. Documents that the driver must carry all the time while driving.

Detailed UP DL Test Syllabus:

The applicants should ensure to go through the below-mentioned Traffic Signs so that they can clear the UP DL Online Test. The candidates can refer to the given image for getting knowledge of various Traffic Signals/Mandatory Signs.

• Mandatory Signs 

Knowing all these Traffic Rules really helps everyone in driving smoothly on the roads. The image shows the following mandatory Signs:

1. Stop
2. Give Way
3. No Entry/Straight Prohibited
4. Horn Prohibited
5. No parking
6. No standing
7. Speed Limit
8. Right-Hand Curve
9. Left-Hand Curve
10. Narrow Row Ahead
11. Narrow Bridge 
12. Pedestrian Crossing                   
13. School Ahead
14. Roundabout

•  Cautionary Signs

Knowing all these Traffic Rules really helps everyone in driving smoothly on the roads. The image shows the following mandatory Signs:

1. Stop
2. Give Way
3. No Entry/Straight Prohibited
4. Horn Prohibited
5. No parking
6. No standing
7. Speed Limit
8. Right-Hand Curve
9. Left-Hand Curve
10. Narrow Row Ahead
11. Narrow Bridge
12. Pedestrian Crossing
13. School Ahead
14. Roundabout 

• Cautionary Signs

They allow all those who are driving, to be aware of the potential dangers on their way and take necessary steps when the need arises. As specifically written against the pictures, it is compulsory for all to keep in mind all these traffic signals while driving and the candidates should also note that if they do not follow all these traffic signals, the traffic police will issue Traffic Challans against them.

• Informatory Signs

These types of traffic signs help the one who is driving to know about various public convenience stops available during his/her travel.

Some Important Traffic Rules:

• Hundreds of People lose their life daily but the major reason for maximum deaths in Road Accidents. 
• So, to avoid Road Accidents, It is really important for every individual who is driving to be thoroughly aware of the Traffic Rules.
• The candidates can have a look at the below mentioned Important Traffic Rules:

Rule No. 1- Always Drive on the left side of the road. Let other vehicles overtake you from your right side.

Rule No. 2- Always overtake others from the right side.

Rule No.3- Do not stop the other driver who is overtaking you by increasing your speed.

Rule No.4- Give Way to Emergency Services Vehicles like Ambulance and Fire Engines.

Rule No. 5- Always be extra cautious about intersections and make sure your vehicle should not cause inconvenience to others.

Rule No. 6- Do not interfere on the way given to pedestrians i.e. zebra crossings and let them move smoothly.

Rule No.7- Take U-Turns only when it is permitted and always give clear indications to other vehicles that you are going to take U-Turn.

Rule No.8- Always make use of “INDICATORS” to let other vehicles know your planned direction change.

Rule No.9-  Always park your vehicle in such a way that it does not give inconvenience to others. Your vehicle should not block the road.

Rule No.10- Always make sure that your vehicle’s registration plate is clearly visible as driving a vehicle with its registration plate not visible is a serious offense.

Rule No.11- Always make sure that on roads with no stop lines, your vehicle should stop before the zebra crossing.

Rule No. 12- Do not park your vehicle in the reverse direction on a one-way road.

Rule No.13-  Always ensure that you should not horn without any reason or excessively.

Rule No. 14- Always obey Traffic Lights and Signals. Also, you must follow the instructions given by the traffic police.

Rule No. 15- Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you to avoid an unnecessary collision.

Rule No. 16- Do not put any unnecessary stickers on your car’s windshield that may obstruct your clear view of the road ahead.

Rule No.17- Always ensure that whenever you are passing through a procession, meeting, march, or strike, your speed should not be more than 25 km/hr.

Rule No. 18- Always ensure that you do not carry more than a permissible number of passengers or excessive luggage in your vehicle for which it is not designed as it is dangerous and illegal also. 

Rule No. 19- You should not carry explosives, inflammable or harmful substances in your vehicles that may be hazardous.

Rule No.20- All must ensure that while driving a vehicle, they must carry their Driving License, Insurance Certificate, Registration Certificate of the Vehicle, Fitness Certificate (If you are driving a commercial vehicle), Tourist Permit (In case of Commercial Vehicle), and PUC Certificate.

All the drivers must ensure that they not only are aware of and follow the above-given rules but they also need to be aware of all the road safety rules like speed limit, one-way road, etc.

The applicants should note that once they obtain their UP DL (Driving License), it is effective for 20 years from the date of its issue or till the holder attains the age of 50 years. For commercial vehicles, the UP DL (Driving License) is valid for only 3 years.