What is a Traffic Challan?
A traffic challan is a penalty notice issued by traffic police for violating traffic rules. Under the Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act, 2019, penalties for traffic violations have been significantly increased.
Common Traffic Violations & Fines
| Violation |
Fine Amount |
| Driving without license |
₹5,000 |
| Driving without insurance |
₹2,000 - ₹4,000 |
| Over speeding |
₹1,000 - ₹2,000 |
| Red light jumping |
₹1,000 - ₹5,000 |
| Not wearing seat belt |
₹1,000 |
| Not wearing helmet |
₹1,000 |
| Using mobile while driving |
₹5,000 |
| Drunk driving |
₹10,000 |
| Dangerous driving |
₹5,000 |
E-Challan Information
- Challan Number: Unique identifier for the violation
- Violation Type: Nature of the traffic violation
- Violation Date: Date and time of the offence
- Location: Place where violation occurred
- Fine Amount: Penalty amount to be paid
- Payment Status: Paid or pending
- Due Date: Last date for payment
How to Pay Traffic Challan?
- Visit the official traffic police portal of your state
- Enter your vehicle registration number or challan number
- View pending challans and select one to pay
- Pay online using UPI, credit/debit card, or net banking
- Download the receipt for your records