Keralam to introduce Hazard Perception Test for driving licence aspirants
The Kerala Motor Vehicles Department will introduce a mandatory computer-based 'Hazard Perception Test' for driving license applicants starting in December 2026. The test uses video simulations to assess a driver's ability to identify road hazards, aiming to improve overall road safety.
Why it matters
Implementing standardized, technology-driven testing for drivers can significantly reduce road accidents and improve traffic safety culture.
The Motor Vehicles department (MVD) will introduce a mandatory computer-based ‘Hazard Perception Test’ for driving licence applicants from December 2026 as part of measures to improve road safety and assess the applicants’ ability to identify potential hazards on the road.
The test, designed on international standards, will have a video-game-like format. Applicants will have to clear the test within 30 days of passing the learner’s test and only those passing it can attend the ground and road tests. The test will comprise 10 one-minute videos depicting situations and potential hazards that drivers may encounter on the road.
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