Now, you can apply for DTC bus passes online

NEW DELHI: The Delhi government on Thursday launched an online mechanism for commuters to obtain DTC bus passes, a system that is expected to benefit around nine lakh bus riders in the national Capital. Transport Minister Kailash Gahlot, who launched the services, said bus passengers can apply for 'general category' passes online and it will be delivered to their doorsteps in five working days. In the next phase of bringing transport services online, the department will cover concessional passes including those for senior citizens and students, he said.

The minister also said that in future, ways to integrate the online bus pass system with common mobility card will also be explored. Gahlot said the Delhi Transport Corporation annually issues over 25 lakh bus passes out of which nine lakh are 'general category' passes. The online bus pass could be applied for by logging on to www.dtcpass.delhi.gov.in.

The applicant shall have to fill-up his credentials like Name, Father's Name, and Date of Birth etc and upload the photo on portal. Payment can be made through Debit/Credit Card and Net Banking. Within five days of applying online, the passes will be delivered to the doorstep of the applicant through post, DTC Managing Director Manoj Kumar said.