Driving License Likhit & Trial Result Nepal
How to check Department of Transport Management (DoTM) driving license written (Likhit) and trial examination results online and via SMS to 33001.
Quick answer: Go to Department of Transport Management — For written exam result, send an SMS: Type 'WT [Applicant ID]' and send to 33001.
Step by Step Result Check Instructions
For written exam result, send an SMS: Type 'WT [Applicant ID]' and send to 33001.
Alternatively, visit the official Facebook page or website of your specific Transport Management Office (Yatayat Karyalaya, e.g. Ekantakuna, Chabahil, Radhe Radhe, Pokhara).
Check the published daily Likhit pass list PDF or notice board.
For smart card printing status, send 'LC [Applicant ID]' to 33001.
Check via SMS
Send an SMS in the specified format to receive result details instantly on your phone.
NTC / Ncell / Smart
Send to 33001
e.g. WT 10029348
Check Smart Card Status
Send to 33001
e.g. LC 10029348
Detailed Examination & Result Guide
DoTM Driving License Examination Stages
Driving license examinations in Nepal consist of two compulsory parts: Written Exam (Likhit Pariksha) consisting of 20 multiple choice questions on road rules and traffic signs (pass mark 10 out of 20), and Practical Field Test (Trial) evaluated by traffic police and transport officers.
Trial Pass Certificate and Smart Card Dispatch
Upon passing both written and trial exams, applicants receive a temporary paper license (Revenue Receipt) upon paying the license fee. The printed Smart Driving License card is dispatched by DoTM once processed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pass mark for driving license written exam?
You must score at least 10 correct answers out of 20 questions (50%) to pass the written exam.
What to do if I fail the driving license trial test?
You can re-appear for the trial test up to 3 times within 90 days of passing the written exam without taking the written test again.
Summary
The Department of Transport Management (DoTM) publishes driving license written (Likhit) and trial (practical) test results at dotm.gov.np, and by SMS (send WT <symbol or license number> to 33001). You need your license or symbol number. The written test comes first, then the trial, and the result for each stage is published separately after the test dates.
Last reviewed 29 August 2026 against the conducting body's official portal and notices.
At a glance
~300,000
license applicants each year
Likhit + Trial
two test stages
33001
SMS shortcode
dotm.gov.np
official site
Figures are indicative of a typical year and meant to show scale, not as official statistics. Confirm current numbers on the conducting body notice.
Syllabus & exam structure
A short overview of what the exam covers. Always check the official curriculum on the conducting body website for the exact, current syllabus.
The written (Likhit) test covers traffic rules, road signs, vehicle basics and safety. The trial tests practical driving skill and control. Candidates who pass the written test proceed to the trial, and both results are published on dotm.gov.np.
Most candidates fail the written test, not the trial. Study the sign book before the Likhit exam.
Illustrative example, not a verbatim statement.
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