Abbottabad Branch · Jinnahabad · For Women & Girls
Ladies Driving School in Abbottabad – Female Instructors & Home Pick-Up
Makkah Driving School runs a ladies driving school in Abbottabad where women learn with a female instructor, on real roads, at a pace that feels safe. Since 2016 we have trained women here, and today more than 100 women learn with us every month. As a driving school for girls in Abbottabad, we offer pick & drop from home, manual or automatic cars, and fees from Rs 12,000. Part of Makkah Driving School Abbottabad and our ladies driving programme.
Female instructors · Pick & drop · Since 2016
Since 2016
Female driving training in Abbottabad
2016
Training women since
10+
female instructors developed
Female instructors
Pick & drop from home
Manual or automatic, same fee
8 AM – 8 PM
Last updated: October 2026
At a glance
Ladies-Only Driving School in Abbottabad – Quick Facts
The essentials for women and families, in one place.
- Founded
- 2016, by Mam Bano
- Women trained
- Women learn with female instructors at the Abbottabad branch
- Branch address
- Jadoon Plaza, Phase 2 Rd, Jinnahabad, Abbottabad 22010, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
- Instructors
- Female and male; female instructors trained in-house
- Courses & fees
- 12 days Rs 12,000 · 22 days Rs 22,000
- Cars
- Manual: Suzuki Alto or Suzuki Cultus · Automatic: Toyota Passo
- Pick & drop areas
- Nine areas, about a local ride fare
- Class length
- 30 min or 1 hour, 4 km+ on real roads
- Timings
- 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Scooty for girls
- Scooty Driving Course, 10 days, flat Rs 20,000
- Licence help
- Full KP Police licence guidance
- Booking (WhatsApp)
- 0315 8178003 · Calls: 0301 8178003
Key takeaways
- Training women in Abbottabad since 2016.
- Our female instructors are trained in-house for about three months before they teach.
- Ladies courses start at Rs 12,000: Rs 12,000 for 12 days or Rs 22,000 for 22 days, manual or automatic.
- Pick & drop from home in nine areas, Jinnahabad to Havelian.
- Every class covers 4 km+ on real roads.
- Scooty course for girls: 10 days, Rs 20,000. KP licence guidance included.
Our story
Our Story: Female Driving Training in Abbottabad Since 2016
Makkah Driving School was founded by Mam Bano with a simple observation: women in Pakistan’s larger cities were increasingly learning to drive, but women in Abbottabad did not have the same access to professional driving education.
Women from Abbottabad began approaching Makkah with the same request.
We want to learn driving, but we want to learn from a female instructor.
That demand became the foundation of Makkah’s work with women in Abbottabad.
Today, the Abbottabad branch trains women every month, and Makkah has become one of the most established names associated with female driver training in the area. Every one of them learns at our driving school in Abbottabad, on the same roads and to the same standard.
If you see a woman driving in Abbottabad
If You See a Woman Driving in Abbottabad…
~90%
Our estimate, based on student and family feedback
Makkah has been part of the local driving community for years, and our student network has grown alongside the number of women driving independently in Abbottabad.
Based on the feedback and reports we continually receive from students and families, we estimate that if you see a woman driving in Abbottabad, there is around a 90% chance that her driving journey is connected to Makkah Driving School.
For us, that figure represents something bigger than a marketing statistic. It reflects years of teaching women, developing female instructors, and building a local network around women’s driving education.
Female instructors
Women Learning to Drive – Wherever You're Starting From
These students come with very different starting points. Our job is to understand where each student is starting and provide the training she actually needs.
01
Never sat behind the wheel
Some have never sat behind the wheel. We start from the seat and mirrors, in quiet streets, at your pace.
02
Practised with family, not confident
Some have practised with family members but lack confidence and proper road technique. We fix habits and build traffic confidence.
03
Know the basics, want polish
Others want professional training, automatic or manual skills, or preparation for their driving test.
Our instructors
We Develop Our Own Female Driving Instructors in Abbottabad
One of the most important parts of Makkah’s work is something many people do not see.
We do not simply hire experienced instructors. We develop them.
When we identify a woman with the potential to become a professional driving instructor, Makkah can take her from the beginning and train her through an intensive instructor-development process.
Three Hours a Day, Three Months
A fresh female trainee can spend at least three hours every day for approximately three months under the guidance of one of our most experienced female instructors. This is not a short training course. It is a three-month period of practical work, repetition, road experience, correction, and professional development.
Month 1
Her own driving
Vehicle control, city traffic and practical road driving until her own driving is solid.
Month 2
Roads & correction
Mountain and defensive driving, different road conditions and difficult situations, with constant correction.
Month 3
Learning to teach
Teaching techniques, student management and preparing another person to drive independently.
What Does a Makkah Instructor Learn?
Our instructor training goes beyond simply knowing how to drive a car. Trainees are exposed to different driving situations and environments, including:
- City driving
- Mountain driving
- Defensive driving
- Traffic awareness
- Vehicle control
- Practical road driving
- Different road conditions
- Handling difficult driving situations
- Teaching techniques
- Student management
- Preparing another person to drive independently
The goal is not simply to produce someone who can drive. The goal is to produce someone who can teach.
After completing the training process, the instructor is prepared to obtain her driving license and begin teaching students professionally.
Women who teach women
Training Women to Teach Women
Our approach is deliberately long-term.
A woman who joins Makkah as a trainee instructor does not simply spend a few days learning the basics and receive a title. She works alongside experienced instructors, practises repeatedly, learns how to deal with different road conditions, develops her own driving ability, and gradually learns how to identify and correct mistakes in another driver.
Only after this process do we consider her ready to teach students. This is one reason Makkah has been able to build a network of female instructors rather than depending entirely on instructors hired from outside.
More Than 10 Female Instructors From Our Abbottabad Network
Through our Abbottabad, Islamabad and Mansehra branches, more than 10 instructors from the Abbottabad network have been developed through Makkah’s training system, alongside other women who have been trained and employed by Makkah. Some of the instructors associated with our training network include:
M. Nusrat
Trained through Makkah's instructor programme
M. Fozia
Trained through Makkah's instructor programme
M. Ruksana
Trained through Makkah's instructor programme
M. Haleema
Trained through Makkah's instructor programme
For Makkah, developing instructors is important because the demand for female driving education cannot be met unless more qualified women are trained to teach other women. That is how a driving school creates a lasting impact.
Supporting Our Instructors Beyond Training
Workshops & guidance
Makkah continues to provide workshops and professional guidance to instructors within our network.
Free training for her family
Their close family members can receive driving training free of charge. We believe an instructor should be able to help her own family become independent drivers as well.
Interested in becoming a female driving instructor? Message us on WhatsApp.
Learn from a woman trained by Makkah – right from your doorstep.
Why us
Why Women in Abbottabad Choose Our Ladies Driving Classes
Our ladies driving classes in Abbottabad follow the same syllabus as our main driving school in Abbottabad, plus what women and families ask for most. It is one school with one standard, not a separate female driving school in Abbottabad with lower expectations.
A female driving instructor for every lady
Ask when you book and she teaches every class.
Pick & drop from your home
The car collects you and brings you back after class.
A family member may sit in the back
Your mother, sister, brother or husband may sit in the back seat.
Same fee as men
No "ladies surcharge": ladies-only courses are Rs 12,000 (12 days) or Rs 22,000 (22 days), the same fee as for men.
Automatic Toyota Passo for nervous beginners
No clutch, no stalling, and the same fee as manual.
Real Abbottabad roads, at a calm pace
At least 4 km every class, starting in quiet streets.
Your instructor
A Female Driving Instructor in Abbottabad – What to Expect
Your lady driving instructor in Abbottabad starts with the seat, mirrors and each control before the car moves, and explains every step before you do it. She has been through our own three-month instructor training, so she knows how to teach a beginner, not just how to drive.
If you stall or miss a turn, you pull over, talk it through and try again. Early classes stay in quiet streets around Jinnahabad; Main Bazaar traffic comes once starting, stopping and turning feel natural.
To request her, write “female instructor” on WhatsApp with your area and time, and mention if you want pick-up from your door.
Can I choose a male instructor instead?
Yes. We have both, and you can choose or change at any point.
What if I'm very nervous?
Start with 30-minute classes in the automatic Toyota Passo (see our automatic lessons for beginners). Your instructor adds one skill at a time and moves to busier roads only when you are ready.
For parents and husbands
Safety & Privacy – For Parents and Husbands
If you are booking for your daughter, wife or sister, these are the questions families ask most.
Visit us before you book
Meet the instructor at our ladies driving centre in Abbottabad. Separate ladies waiting area.
- Jadoon Plaza, Phase 2 Rd, Jinnahabad, Abbottabad 22010
- 0301 8178003
Directions and timings are on the page for the Abbottabad branch in Jinnahabad.
Who is the instructor?
A trained instructor from our Abbottabad branch, developed through our own instructor programme, female on request. We share her name before the first class.
Are instructors verified?
Instructors are background-verified before they teach.
Who else is in the car?
Only the learner and instructor, plus a family member in the back if you wish.
When will she be picked up and dropped?
At a fixed time, with WhatsApp updates at pick-up and drop-off.
Where do classes go?
Quiet streets first, then Main Bazaar, Mansehra Road, Shimla Hill and the KKH.
What car is used?
A school Suzuki Alto or Cultus (manual) or Toyota Passo (automatic), with L-plates.
What if she feels uncomfortable?
She can stop the class at any time and switch instructor with one call.
Fees 2026
Ladies Driving School Fees in Abbottabad (2026)
Every car driving course for ladies in Abbottabad is priced by days, one fee for manual or automatic. See driving school fees and courses.
Most popular
12-Day Car Course
Rs12,000
- Complete beginner course
- From controls to Mansehra Road traffic
- Hill starts and parking on slopes
- Licence guidance included
22-Day Car Course
Rs22,000
- Slow, thorough pace for nervous learners
- KKH and Main Bazaar practice
- Parking, reversing and a night drive
- Full driving test preparation
Scooty Driving Course
Rs20,000/ 10 days
- Flat fee, 10 days
- Balance, braking and turning
- Riding on slopes and in traffic
- Helmet provided
Same fee for manual and automatic. Pick & drop is a small extra charge based on your area.
Choosing a course
Which Course Should a Beginner Girl Choose?
Want to learn car driving as a lady in Abbottabad? Find the row that fits you, or driving school fees and courses.
| Learner type | Recommended course | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Never touched a car | 22 days (or 12 days) | Time to learn calmly, then traffic and hills. |
| Knows a little, needs confidence | 12 days | Adds busy roads, parking and hill starts. |
| Had a licence, stopped driving | 12 days | A refresher in today's traffic. |
| Wants to drive to work or college in 2 weeks | 12 days, daily classes | Fits two weeks, including your daily route. |
| Wants a scooty instead | Scooty course, 10 days | Cheaper to run; balance training first. |
Manual or automatic
Manual or Automatic – Which Is Easier for Ladies in Abbottabad?
An honest look at the two cars we teach in.
| Compare | Manual · Suzuki Alto / Cultus | Automatic · Toyota Passo Recommended for nervous beginners |
|---|---|---|
| Learning time | Longer; clutch and gears take practice | Shorter; two pedals only |
| Hill starts on Shimla Hill | Needs clutch and handbrake control | Much simpler; hold on the brake, then accelerate |
| Stop-go traffic in Main Bazaar | Tiring; constant clutch work | Relaxed; brake and accelerator only |
| Stalling risk | Common in the first week | None |
| Which family car you'll drive | Best if your family car is manual | Best if your family car is automatic |
| Licence use | Lets you drive manual and automatic cars |
Our recommendation: if your family car is automatic, or you feel very nervous, learn automatic first. Automatic car driving for ladies in Abbottabad removes stalling and hill-start stress. If your home car is manual, learn manual; it takes a few more classes.
See manual car driving lessons to learn on a Suzuki Alto or Cultus, or learn in a Toyota Passo through automatic car driving for ladies.
Learn with a female instructor, from your own doorstep.
Students
Driving School for Girls in Abbottabad – Students & Young Learners
Students at COMSATS, Abbottabad University of Science & Technology, Ayub Medical College and schools near the Army Burn Hall area often want to drive to class. Our girls driving classes in Abbottabad fit around that timetable.
Class timings around college
Early morning before lectures, or afternoon after college. Ladies-preferred slots: mid-morning and early afternoon.
Getting a licence at 18
The car licence age is 18. Our licence guides explain the order.
Scooty as a first step
Cheap to run and easy to park.
Our scooty driving course for girls is a good first step.
Week one
Your First Week – Day by Day
A typical first week of women driving lessons in Abbottabad for a complete beginner.
Day 1
Controls in a quiet street
Seat, mirrors and controls, then moving off and stopping.
Day 2
Steering and speed
Smooth steering, steady speed and gentle braking.
Day 3
Turns and junctions
Indicators, mirrors and turns at quiet junctions.
Day 4
Gentle slopes
Starting and stopping on a slope with the handbrake.
Day 5
Light traffic
First drive among other cars, keeping a safe gap.
Day 6
Parking and reversing
Roadside parking, reversing and a three-point turn.
Day 7
Mansehra Road
Your first drive on Mansehra Road in real traffic.
On the road
Driving in Abbottabad as a Woman – 10 Practical Tips
These come up often in our classes and in our hill driving training at our Abbottabad branch.
01
Parking on a slope.
Firm handbrake, car in gear or Park, wheels turned to the kerb downhill.
02
Tailgaters on the KKH.
Stay steady and left; let them pass.
03
The horn culture.
Most horns mean “I’m here”. Check mirrors and carry on calmly.
04
Winter fog mornings.
Dipped headlights, lower speed, double the gap.
05
Rain on hill roads.
Brake earlier and gently; take bends slowly.
06
Fuel and CNG stops.
Fill up before a quarter tank; stay with the car.
07
A breakdown.
Pull far left, hazards on, doors locked, then call family.
08
Documents in the car.
Licence or permit, CNIC copy and registration papers in the glovebox.
09
Night driving.
Use well-lit roads you know; look left of oncoming glare.
10
Shalwar kameez, abaya or dupatta.
All fine to drive in. Secure the dupatta away from your eyes and the gear lever, and wear flat shoes.
More driving tips for women are on our blog.
Scooty
Scooty Driving for Girls in Abbottabad
A practical choice for short trips to college, work or the bazaar.
- 10 days, Rs 20,000. One flat fee.
- Helmet. Provided during lessons.
- Balance and brakes on slopes. Balance first, then braking and holding on a hill.
See the full syllabus for the Rs 20,000 scooty programme, or read our scooty driving course page first.
Licence
Getting Your Driving Licence as a Woman in Abbottabad
Whether you call it a driving licence or a driving license, the process in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa follows the same five steps. Fees and rules are set by KP Police.
- 1Learner permitApply with your CNIC and medical form.
- 2PractiseComplete your course during the permit's waiting period.
- 3Sign / e-testA short test on road signs and rules.
- 4Driving testA practical test with a KP Police examiner.
- 5Licence cardCollect your card once issued.
You must attend the KP Police licence office yourself; we prepare you and guide you through every step.
Read our driving licence guides.
Pick & drop
Pick & Drop for Ladies Across Abbottabad
Searching for a ladies driving school near me in Jinnahabad, Supply or Mandian? We come to you in these areas:
Share your area when booking; the instructor collects and drops you for about a local ride fare. See our home pick & drop service.
Comparing schools
How to Choose the Best Ladies Driving School in Abbottabad
For a woman looking for a driving school, the question is not simply “Which school has a car?” Comparing all driving schools for girls in Abbottabad? Ask these six questions. Makkah built its female driving program around them.
01
Who will teach me?
Female instructors we train ourselves, for about three months, before they teach anyone. Read about how we develop our instructors.
02
Will I be comfortable learning there?
A women-focused training environment, a female instructor on request and a family member in the back seat if you wish.
03
Will the instructor understand a beginner?
Our instructors are trained to teach, not just to drive. Complete beginners usually start with the 22-day automatic course.
04
Will I get actual road experience?
Real roads from day one and at least 4 km every class, just like every student at Makkah Driving School Abbottabad.
05
Can I get help with transportation?
Yes. We pick you up and drop you home in nine Abbottabad areas. See pick & drop areas.
06
What happens if I need more practice?
You can add classes or move to a longer course; your instructor tells you honestly when you are ready.
Quick checklist for any driving school for females in Abbottabad
Use these eight points in any comparison. Here is how Makkah Driving School meets them.
A network beyond one branch
Ladies Driving Classes in Our Other Cities
Makkah’s work is not limited to Abbottabad. The school has developed a wider network through its Abbottabad, Islamabad and Mansehra branches, with instructors and former trainees continuing to contribute to the local driving-training community.
Islamabad
Mir Chakar Khan Rd, Markaz I-8 · 0314 1544223
Mansehra
Chunai Mid City CNG Station, near Bank Islami, Abbottabad Rd · 0315 8178003
The result is a growing ecosystem of women who have learned to drive, women who have become instructors, and instructors who now teach the next generation of female drivers. For every branch, see our ladies driving school in Islamabad, Abbottabad & Mansehra.
Keep reading
Related Pages
More detail on the courses and services mentioned on this page.
Driving School in Abbottabad
All courses, timings and directions for the branch.
Ladies Driving (all cities)
Female instructors in Islamabad, Abbottabad and Mansehra.
Automatic Course
Learn without a clutch in a Toyota Passo.
Manual Course
Clutch, gears and hill starts in a Suzuki Alto or Cultus.
Scooty Course
10 days, Rs 20,000, from balance to traffic.
Pick & Drop
Areas covered and how home pick-up works.
FAQs
Ladies Driving School Abbottabad – FAQs
Short answers to what women and families ask us most.
Is there a ladies driving school in Abbottabad with female instructors?
Yes. Makkah Driving School’s Abbottabad branch at Jadoon Plaza, Phase 2 Rd, Jinnahabad, has trained women since 2016 with female instructors it develops itself. You can request a female instructor when you book on WhatsApp at 0315 8178003. Classes run on real roads, manual or automatic.
Who founded Makkah Driving School, and since when does it train women in Abbottabad?
Makkah Driving School was founded by Mam Bano. Women in Abbottabad kept asking to learn driving from a female instructor, and since 2016 our Abbottabad branch has built its ladies driving programme around that request. Today we also teach women through our Islamabad and Mansehra branches.
How many women learn at Makkah Driving School Abbottabad?
More than 100 women learn through our Abbottabad branch every month. Some have never sat behind the wheel, some practised with family but lack confidence, and others want automatic or manual skills or test preparation. Your instructor starts from where you are and builds the training around what you need.
How are Makkah's female driving instructors trained?
We develop our instructors ourselves. A trainee spends at least three hours a day for about three months with one of our most experienced female instructors, covering city, mountain and defensive driving, vehicle control and teaching technique. Only then does she get her licence and begin teaching. More than 10 instructors have come through this system.
What are the ladies driving school fees in Abbottabad?
Ladies courses start at Rs 12,000: Rs 12,000 for 12 days or Rs 22,000 for 22 days, manual or automatic. The Scooty Driving Course is a flat Rs 20,000 for 10 days. Pick and drop from home is a small extra charge based on your area. See the full fee breakdown on the courses page.
Can my mother, brother or husband sit in the car during class?
Yes, a mahram or family member such as your mother, sister, brother or husband may sit in the back seat during class. Many families prefer this for the first few lessons. Mention it when you book. The front seat stays with the instructor.
Is there a driving school for girls in Abbottabad near Jinnahabad, Supply or Mandian?
Yes. Our branch is in Jadoon Plaza, Phase 2 Rd, Jinnahabad, a short ride from Supply and Mandian. For learners in those areas, and in Kakul, Nawanshehr, Cantt, PMA Road, Kehal and Havelian, we offer pick and drop from home for a small charge, so each class starts and ends at your door.
How many days does it take a girl to learn driving?
Most complete beginners feel comfortable on local roads after the 12-day course, and ready for busier routes by the end of 22 days. If you already know the basics, the 12-day course is usually enough to rebuild confidence. Your instructor will tell you honestly how you are progressing.
Is automatic easier for ladies?
For many beginners, yes. The automatic Toyota Passo has no clutch, so it cannot stall, and hill starts on roads like Shimla Hill are simpler. The fee is the same as manual. If your family car is manual, learning manual is more practical. Details are on our Toyota Passo automatic lessons page.
Do you pick up ladies from home in Abbottabad, and how much does it cost?
Yes. We pick up and drop ladies from home in Jinnahabad, Supply, Mandian, Kakul, Nawanshehr, Cantt, PMA Road, Kehal and Havelian. The charge is minimal, roughly what a local ride would cost for your distance. We confirm the amount on WhatsApp. See pick & drop areas and rates.
Can I learn in the evening after work or college?
Yes. The branch is open from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, so you can book a slot after college or work. Evening slots fill quickly, so book a few days ahead. Ask for a later winter slot to practise night driving.
Do I need a learner permit before joining?
You can usually start lessons first and apply for your learner permit alongside them. The permit is the first step towards a full KP driving licence, so we recommend applying early. Our learner permit guides for KP cover each step.
Can a girl under 18 join?
The minimum age for a car driving licence in Pakistan is 18. A girl under 18 cannot get a licence or a learner permit, so she should not drive on public roads yet. Families often book classes to start near her 18th birthday.
Do you teach scooty to girls in Abbottabad?
Yes. Our Scooty Driving Course teaches girls balance, braking, turning and riding on Abbottabad’s slopes over 10 days, for a flat Rs 20,000. A helmet is provided during lessons. It suits students and working women. Find out more about girls’ scooty lessons.
How do I book a female driving instructor in Abbottabad?
Message us on WhatsApp at 0315 8178003 and write that you want a female driving instructor in Abbottabad. Tell us your area, preferred time, manual or automatic, and which course you want. You can also call the branch on 0301 8178003 between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM.
Can I become a female driving instructor with Makkah?
Makkah develops its own instructors. When we find a woman with the potential to teach, we train her for about three months alongside an experienced female instructor before she teaches students. If you are interested, message us on WhatsApp and tell us about your driving experience.
Is this a ladies-only driving school in Abbottabad?
Yes. Our ladies driving classes in Abbottabad are for women and girls only, and each lesson is taught by a female driving instructor from our branch at Jadoon Plaza, Jinnahabad.
Is there a female driving instructor near me in Abbottabad?
Yes. Our lady driving instructors pick you up from home in Jinnahabad, Supply, Mandian, Kehal, Cantt, PMA Road, Kakul, Nawanshehr and Havelian. WhatsApp 0315 8178003 with your area and time.
Since 2016
Since 2016, One Student at a Time
Makkah’s story in Abbottabad began with women asking for something that was difficult to find: professional driving education from female instructors.
It has grown into a branch training more than 100 women every month and a wider network that has helped develop female driving instructors across Abbottabad, Islamabad and Mansehra.
For us, the most meaningful measure of that journey is not how many people know the name Makkah. It is how many women can now get behind the wheel because someone at Makkah taught them how.
Makkah Driving School — teaching women to drive and developing the women who teach them.
Start Driving With Confidence – Book Your Ladies Class Today
Choose a course, ask for a female instructor and share your area. More on our driving school in Abbottabad.
Jadoon Plaza, Phase 2 Rd, Jinnahabad, Abbottabad 22010, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Makkah Driving School is a private driving school, not the licensing authority. Confirm licence rules and fees with KP Police.