DriveRightTraffic Signs & Rules

Indian Traffic Signs

Every sign you are likely to meet on an Indian road, drawn clearly and explained in plain language. Tap any sign to see what it means and what to do when you see it.

Mandatory

Circles & special shapes

Red ring = prohibited. Blue background = compulsory. Obey these — they are the law, not advice.

Cautionary

Red triangles

A hazard lies ahead. The sign gives you time to slow down and prepare before you reach it.

Informatory

Rectangles & squares

Facilities, directions and distances. Blue, green or white depending on the road you are on.

How to use this page: cover the name, look at the sign, and say the meaning out loud. If you can do that for every sign in the Mandatory group without hesitating, you are ready for the written part of your RTO test. Then try the practice test to check yourself properly.