ISLAMABAD — If you are weighing King Driving School vs other driving schools in Islamabad, the honest answer is that no single school is best for everyone. King Driving School (KDS) publishes the price and length of every package, includes pick & drop in the fee, has certified female instructors at both its branches and teaches cars, bikes and scooty under one roof. Some schools in the city charge less for a standard 10-day course, have more branches or list more car models. This guide sets out what KDS offers, what to check at any school before you pay, and who KDS suits best.
We read KDS's own course pages and public listings on Graana and Zameen in October 2026, and looked at how driving schools across the city present their fees and services. Every KDS figure below can be checked on its website; confirm the current price before you enrol.
Key takeaways
- Packages: KDS sells Alto and Mira car packages of 5, 10, 15 and 20 days at one hour a day, from Rs 20,000 for 5 days. The 10-day package most learners choose is Rs 35,000.
- Pick & drop: included in KDS car packages. Some schools in Islamabad quote a lower course fee but charge for transport separately, so compare the total.
- Women learners: KDS has certified female instructors at both its I-10 Markaz and PWD branches for car courses.
- Range: Suzuki Alto (automatic and manual), Daihatsu Mira automatic, Suzuki Mehran, CD-70 bike and scooty, plus the intensive KDS Signature Plan.
- Not the cheapest: KDS is not the lowest-priced school like for like. Its case rests on what the fee includes, flexible package lengths and published prices.
What King Driving School offers
KDS has two branches: I-10 Markaz (Shaukat Plaza, Sohni Road, near Allied Bank) and PWD (Plot 386, Block B, Police Foundation). It was founded in 1996, according to Zameen, and its own website cites 24+ years of experience and 14,000+ students trained.
Car packages and fees
Prices as published on the KDS website in October 2026. Fees may change; confirm with the school before enrolling.
| Course | Length | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Alto Automatic, Daihatsu Mira Automatic or Suzuki Alto Manual (1 hr/day) | 5 days | Rs 20,000 |
| Same cars (1 hr/day) | 10 days | Rs 35,000 |
| Same cars (1 hr/day) | 15 days | Rs 45,000 |
| Same cars (1 hr/day) | 20 days | Rs 55,000 |
| Suzuki Mehran (group training, male instructors) | — | From Rs 13,000 |
| CD-70 bike or scooty (30 min/day) | 10 days / 15 days | Rs 14,000 / Rs 20,000 |
| KDS Signature Plan (senior instructors, highway driving, full learner-licence assistance) | Intensive | Rs 60,000 |
KDS says its fees cover the instructor, the training car, fuel and the scheduled driving hours, with doorstep pick & drop included in car packages. It also says it offers a money-back guarantee if you are not satisfied after the first class, and runs seasonal offers you can ask about at either branch. The full list is on the KDS courses and fees page.
Cars and two-wheelers
The current KDS fleet is the Suzuki Alto in automatic and manual, the Daihatsu Mira automatic and the Suzuki Mehran, plus a CD-70 motorcycle and a scooty. Standard car courses are one-on-one lessons in dual-control cars, and the website says the cars are air-conditioned with no summer AC surcharge. If your family car is an automatic, the Alto automatic packages or the Mira course save you relearning later.
Pick & drop coverage
The I-10 Markaz branch collects learners from I-10, I-9, I-8, G-9, G-10 and G-11, including G-11 Markaz, G-10 Markaz, G-9 Markaz (Karachi Company), G-9/1 and G-9/4. The PWD branch covers PWD, Police Foundation, Bahria Town and DHA. The fee and course length are the same wherever you live; only the pick-up point changes.
Female instructors
KDS states that certified female instructors are available at both branches for its car courses, with one student per car; you ask for one when booking. Combined with pick & drop from home, a woman learner never has to travel to the branch alone. One caveat: the budget Mehran course is group training with male instructors, so women who want a female instructor should choose the Alto, Mira or scooty course. Details are on the ladies driving classes page.
Licence help and timings
Every KDS course includes guidance on the licence process: documents, the learner permit, the test and what the examiner checks. Every car package includes L-shape parking practice for the test, and the KDS Signature Plan adds hands-on learner-licence assistance from start to finish.
The I-10 Markaz branch opens Monday to Saturday from 8am to 8pm and on Sunday from 11am to 5pm. The PWD branch opens Monday to Saturday from 8:30am to 7pm. You choose a daily slot, and KDS says most learners finish in 7 to 13 days.
What to check when comparing driving schools
Driving schools in Islamabad sell their courses in very different ways. Some list every package online, some advertise only a "from" price or a discount, and some smaller schools have no website at all and quote by phone. Use this checklist with any school, including KDS, so you compare like with like.
| Factor to compare | What to ask any school | King Driving School's answer |
|---|---|---|
| Price per day of driving | What is the total fee, how many days, and how many minutes of actual driving per day? | Rs 20,000 for 5 days or Rs 35,000 for 10 days, one hour daily (Alto/Mira) |
| Pick & drop | Is it included, or charged by distance on top of the fee? | Included in car packages |
| Fuel and car | Does the fee cover fuel, and is the car dual-control? | Fee covers instructor, car and fuel; dual-control cars |
| Instructor gender | Can I have a female instructor, and does it cost more? | Female instructors at both branches for car courses; ask about any fee difference when booking |
| Car types | Automatic or manual? Which model will I learn on? | Alto auto and manual, Mira auto, Mehran; CD-70 and scooty |
| Course length options | Can I buy fewer or more days than the standard course? | 5, 10, 15 or 20 days, plus an intensive plan |
| Branch coverage | Which areas do you serve, and is there a branch near me? | I-10 Markaz and PWD; pick-up across the I and G sectors, PWD, Police Foundation, Bahria Town and DHA |
| Licence help | Do you prepare me for the ITP test and guide me through the paperwork? | Licence guidance with every course; L-shape practice in car packages |
| Timings | Evening or Sunday classes? | I-10 open till 8pm Mon–Sat and 11am–5pm Sunday |
| Reviews | What do recent Google reviews say about the branch I would attend? | 4.8★ at I-10 Markaz (1,377 reviews) and PWD (196); 1,600+ reviews overall, per KDS |
Questions to ask before paying a deposit
- What is the total fee, and does it include fuel and pick & drop?
- How many days, and how many minutes of driving per day?
- Which car will I learn in, automatic or manual, and does it have dual controls?
- Can I have a female instructor, and is the fee the same?
- Will I drive on main roads and highway crossings, not only in a quiet lane?
- Do you help with the learner permit and the test, and is that included?
- What happens if I miss a class or need to change my time slot?
Honest notes: where KDS is not the obvious choice
Price for a standard 10-day course
KDS is not the cheapest school in Islamabad like for like. Some schools in the city charge less than Rs 35,000 for a standard 10-day, one-hour-a-day car course, but bill pick & drop separately, usually based on your distance from the branch. If you live close to such a school and can get there yourself, its lower fee may well work out cheaper. If you would otherwise pay for a rickshaw or ride-hailing trip every day, add that cost before you compare.
The shortest package is 5 days
KDS's shortest car package is 5 days at one hour a day for Rs 20,000. That is a useful entry point for learners who already know the basics, but it is not a two- or four-session refresher. Some schools sell shorter refreshers or standalone licence-test packages, which can suit someone who already drives and only needs practice for the test.
Branch network and car models
KDS has two branches and relies on pick & drop to reach the surrounding sectors. Some schools have more branches, including in Rawalpindi, and some list larger or different car models. If you live in Saddar, Satellite Town or Chaklala, or want to learn on a particular car you will drive at home, check whether a school nearer to you offers that model.
The official route
Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP) also runs official driving training, including URAAN, its women-only programme for car, motorcycle and scooty. Whichever school you choose, only ITP issues the learner permit and licence after its own tests.
Licence fees are separate everywhere
Government charges are paid to ITP, not the school. At the time of writing, KDS's licensing guide lists the following; check the current schedule on the ITP DLIMS portal before you go.
| Government charge (Islamabad) | Amount |
|---|---|
| Learner permit (per category) | Rs 1,000 |
| Licence fee, non-professional (car / motorcycle) | Rs 3,000 |
| Licence fee, professional (LTV / HTV) | Rs 10,000 |
| Smart card printing | Rs 2,000 |
| Medical examination | Rs 200 |
| Road-safety lecture | Rs 200 |
| Computerised road test, car | Rs 200 |
KDS's driving licence guide walks through the Islamabad process step by step.
Reviews and track record
KDS shows a 4.8★ Google rating at I-10 Markaz (1,377 reviews) and at PWD (196 reviews), and cites 1,600+ reviews overall. Several well-known schools in the city also hold strong ratings, so a tenth of a star either way is not a meaningful quality gap. Read recent reviews on Google Maps for the specific branch you would attend, and the KDS student testimonials for longer accounts. If a school has little or no online footprint, it may still be good, but you have less to go on.
Who King Driving School suits
KDS is a strong fit if…
- You want pick & drop included rather than paid separately.
- You live in I-8, I-9, I-10, G-9, G-10, G-11, PWD, Police Foundation, Bahria Town or DHA.
- You want to choose your course length, from 5 to 20 days, and see the price in writing first.
- You want a female instructor at either branch.
- You want an automatic (Alto or Mira) as well as a manual option, or a bike or scooty course.
- You need Sunday or evening classes, or an intensive option like the Signature Plan.
Another school may suit you better if…
- Your main goal is the lowest fee for a 10-day course and you can reach the branch yourself.
- You already drive and only want a short refresher or a licence-test package.
- You live in Rawalpindi or outside KDS's pick-up areas and a branch near you is more practical.
- You want to learn on a car model KDS does not currently teach.
Verdict
King Driving School is not the cheapest option in Islamabad, and it does not claim the largest branch network. What it offers is a clear, published price for every package, pick & drop built into the fee, female instructors at both branches, automatic and manual cars, two-wheeler training and a track record going back to 1996, according to Zameen. For learners in the G and I sectors, PWD, Bahria Town and DHA who value convenience and knowing the full cost upfront, it is a very strong choice. For anyone on a tight budget who can travel to a branch, compare total costs carefully using the checklist above and our guide to driving school fees in Islamabad.
For a wider look at the market, read our guide to the best driving schools in Islamabad for 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is King Driving School the cheapest driving school in Islamabad?
No. Some schools in Islamabad charge less for a standard 10-day course, though some of them bill pick & drop separately. KDS charges Rs 35,000 for a 10-day Alto or Mira course with pick & drop included, and its shortest package is 5 days for Rs 20,000.
How much does a driving course at King Driving School cost?
KDS's Alto Automatic, Mira Automatic and Alto Manual packages cost Rs 20,000 for 5 days, Rs 35,000 for 10 days, Rs 45,000 for 15 days and Rs 55,000 for 20 days. Mehran group training starts from Rs 13,000, bike or scooty is Rs 14,000 for 10 days, and the KDS Signature Plan is Rs 60,000 (October 2026 prices).
Does King Driving School include pick and drop?
Yes. The I-10 Markaz branch covers I-10, I-9, I-8, G-9, G-10 and G-11, and the PWD branch covers PWD, Police Foundation, Bahria Town and DHA. The fee is the same wherever you are collected from.
Does King Driving School have female instructors?
Yes. KDS has certified female instructors at both its I-10 Markaz and PWD branches for car courses. The Mehran course is group training with male instructors, so women who want a female instructor should choose the Alto, Mira or scooty course.
What should I compare between driving schools?
Compare the total fee per day of driving, whether pick & drop and fuel are included, female instructor availability, the car you will learn in, course length options, branch coverage, licence help and recent Google reviews for the branch you would attend.
Can a driving school issue my licence?
No. In Islamabad, only Islamabad Traffic Police issues the learner permit and driving licence after its own tests. A school such as KDS trains you and guides you through the process, and you apply through the ITP DLIMS portal.
Is King Driving School open on Sunday?
Yes. The I-10 Markaz branch opens on Sundays from 11am to 5pm, and Monday to Saturday from 8am to 8pm. The PWD branch opens Monday to Saturday, 8:30am to 7pm.
Book your course
If KDS fits your area and budget, call the I-10 Markaz branch on (051) 4445444 or +92 332 4044111, or the PWD branch on (051) 4445666 or +92 323 3333818. You can also apply online for admission and a coordinator will confirm your timing, branch and pick-up. Fees quoted here were published in October 2026; confirm the current price when you call.
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