BRTA Issues Urgent Message About Driving License Points in Bangladesh
September 2, 2026 6:11 pm
BRTA Issues Urgent Message About Driving License. The Bangladesh Road Transport Authority (BRTA) has issued an important message for motor vehicle drivers across the country regarding the driving license point system.
According to the latest notice, BRTA has started deducting points from driving licenses when drivers commit certain traffic offences. The authority has asked all drivers to follow the country’s existing traffic laws and road safety rules carefully.
BRTA Starts Deducting Points From Driving Licenses
BRTA has introduced a demerit point system for driving licenses under the Road Transport Act, 2018.
Under Section 11(1) of the Road Transport Act, 2018, every driving license is assigned a total of 12 points. Drivers can lose some of these points if they are found violating specific provisions of the law.
Depending on the type of offence, a driver may face a financial penalty, imprisonment, or both. In addition to these legal penalties, demerit points can also be deducted from the driver’s license.
This means that traffic violations may now have a direct impact on the driver’s available license points.
Points Are Being Deducted Through the RSPS App
BRTA stated that the demerit points are currently being deducted automatically through the Road Safety Penalty System (RSPS) app when a driver commits an offence covered by the system.
The use of the RSPS app allows the penalty process to be recorded digitally. When an applicable traffic violation is identified, the relevant points can be deducted from the driver’s license according to the existing rules.
Drivers should therefore take traffic violations seriously, as an offence may result in more than just a fine.
Why Drivers Should Be Careful
A driving license is not only a document that allows a person to drive. Under the current point system, drivers also need to maintain their available points by following traffic laws.
Repeated violations can lead to the loss of demerit points. Therefore, drivers should make a habit of following speed limits, traffic signals, road signs and other applicable road safety requirements.
Following the rules can help drivers avoid unnecessary penalties and contribute to safer roads for everyone.
BRTA’s Advice to Motor Vehicle Drivers
In its urgent notice issued on Friday, June 26, BRTA specially requested motor vehicle drivers to operate their vehicles in accordance with the existing laws and regulations.
The authority’s message is simple: drivers should remain aware of traffic rules and avoid offences that can result in penalties or the deduction of points.
Drivers are encouraged to:
- Follow all traffic laws and regulations.
- Obey traffic signals and road signs.
- Drive carefully and responsibly.
- Avoid traffic offences that may lead to demerit points.
- Keep their driving license information up to date.
- Follow instructions issued by BRTA and other relevant authorities.
What Is the Driving License Point System?
The driving license point system is designed to keep track of certain traffic violations committed by drivers.
Under the Road Transport Act, 2018, a license starts with 12 allocated points. When a driver commits an offence covered by the demerit system, points may be deducted according to the applicable rules.
The system is intended to encourage drivers to respect traffic laws and promote better road safety practices.
What Happens When Points Are Deducted?
When a driver commits an offence that falls under the applicable penalty system, demerit points may be deducted from the driver’s license.
The exact consequences depend on the offence and the relevant provisions of the Road Transport Act, 2018.
Therefore, drivers should not assume that paying a traffic fine is the only possible consequence. Certain violations can also affect the points associated with their driving license.
BRTA Urges Drivers to Follow the Law
BRTA’s latest notice is an important reminder for all motor vehicle drivers in Bangladesh.
With the RSPS app being used to automatically deduct applicable demerit points, drivers need to be more careful while using public roads.
Respecting traffic rules can help drivers avoid penalties and also reduce the risk of accidents. Safe driving benefits not only the driver but also passengers, pedestrians and other road users.
Conclusion
The Bangladesh Road Transport Authority has urged drivers to strictly follow existing traffic laws after starting the deduction of demerit points from driving licenses.
Each driving license has 12 points under Section 11(1) of the Road Transport Act, 2018. Points can be deducted when a driver commits certain offences, with the process currently supported by the Road Safety Penalty System (RSPS) app.
For this reason, drivers should take traffic rules seriously, drive responsibly and remain aware of the laws governing motor vehicle use in Bangladesh.
