Traffic Fines and Challans In India
Indian roads are considered to be the deadliest. To curb the rising rate of road accidents, riders on road need to play their important roles and responsibilities. Road rules and regulations in India are designed and amended time to time as per the provisions of the Motor Vehicle Act, 1988. Various provisions of the act are enforced by the Motor Vehicle Department. Every state has a Regional Transport Offices (RTO) to carry out the various activities and functions as laid out in the Motor Vehicle Act.
Despite of rules and regulations, accidents do happen due to traffic violations. Recently, there has been increase in fines for traffic violations.
Here is a list of Traffic Fines and Challans in India
Documents-related offences
|
Offences |
Maximum amount of RTO fines/punishment |
Section |
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Allowing your vehicle to be driven by another person who does not hold a valid driving license |
INR. 5000 and/or imprisonment for up to three months |
3 r/w 180 of the Motor Vehicle Act |
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Driving without a valid driving license |
INR. 5000 and/or imprisonment for up to three months |
3 r/w 181 of the Motor Vehicle Act |
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Driving without valid motor insurance |
INR.2000 and/or imprisonment for up to three months |
130 r/w 177 of the Motor Vehicle Act |
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Not carrying all the valid documents as stated in the Motor Vehicle Act while riding |
INR. 500 |
130 (3) r/w 177 Motor Vehicle Act |
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Driving without valid permit |
INR.2000 to INR. 10000 |
130 r/w 177 of the Motor Vehicle Act |
|
INR. 2000 |
39 r/w 192 of the Motor Vehicle Act |
|
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Driving without valid vehicle fitness certificate |
INR. 2000 to INR. 5000 |
130 r/w 177 of the Motor Vehicle Act |
Driving - Related Offences*: Traffic Fines and Challans in India
|
Offences |
Maximum amount of RTO fines/punishment |
Section |
|
Allowing a person without license to drive your vehicle |
INR. 1000 |
5 r/w 180 of the Motor Vehicle Act |
|
Vehicle driven by minor (below 18 years of age) |
INR 500 |
4 r/w |
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Reckless or negligent driving |
INR 1000 |
177 of Motor Vehicle Act |
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Driving without seat belts |
INR. 1000 |
138 (3) CMVR |
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Driving two-wheeler without helmet |
INR. 1000 and scrapping of license for three months |
129 r/w 177 of Motor Vehicle Act |
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Hazardous driving or riding over the speed limit |
INR. 1000 and/or imprisonment up to six months |
184 of Motor Vehicle Act |
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Driving against one way |
INR. 100 |
2 RRR r/w 177 of the Motor Vehicle Act |
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Reversing without caution |
INR. 100 |
17 (i) RRR 177 Motor Vehicle Act |
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Not keeping the vehicle to the left side of the road while driving |
INR. 100 |
66 r/w 192 Motor Vehicle Act |
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Tripling on two-wheeler |
INR. 100 |
128/177 pf Motor Vehicle Act |
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Driving on footpath |
INR. 100 |
RRR 177 of the Motor Vehicle Act |
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Intentional disobeying of lawful directions |
INR. 500 |
132/179 of the Motor Vehicle Act |
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Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol/ any other intoxicating substances |
INR. 10000 and/or imprisonment for up to six months |
185 of Motor Vehicle Act |
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Mobile usage while driving |
INR.1000 |
184 of Motor Vehicle Act |
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Road accident involving a minor |
INR. 1000 |
184 of Motor Vehicle Act |
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Not giving way to emergency vehicle |
INR. 10000 |
194E of Motor Vehicle Act |
Offences related to number plates, vehicle light and traffic signals: RTO Traffic Fines and Challan in India
|
Offences |
Maximum amount of RTO fines /punishment |
Section |
|
Driving the vehicle with offensive number plates |
INR. 100 |
CMVR 105 (2) (ii) 177 of the Motor Vehicle Act |
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Displaying number plate as ‘applied for’ |
INR. 4500 |
39/192 of Motor Vehicle Act |
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Improper horn usage |
INR. 100 |
CMVR 105 (2) (ii) 177 of the Motor Vehicle Act |
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Driving without horn |
INR. 100 |
119 (1)/177 CMVR |
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Improper usage of vehicle lights |
INR. 100 |
CMVR 105 (2) (ii) 177 of the Motor Vehicle Act |
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Using high beam when it’s not needed |
INR. 100 |
112 (G) A DMVR 177 of Motor Vehicle Act |
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Disobeying sign board |
INR. 100 |
22 (b) RRR 239 MMVR 177 Motor Vehicle Act |
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Jumping signal |
INR. 1000 and scrapping of license for three months |
121 RRR 177 Motor Vehicle Act |
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Not giving signal while taking turn |
INR. 100 |
119/177 Motor Vehicle Act
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However, it’s important to note that RTO fines may differ from state to state. Mumbai traffic police fines may vary from Bangalore RTO fines. If we take the example, ‘using mobile phone while driving’ is an offence for which Mumbai RTO fines INR. 200, Bangalore RTO fines INR. 100 and Pune RTO fines INR. 100. RTO fines can be paid online using RTO challan (called as e-challans) online.
Conclusion
For every effort that is made by the traffic police department and RTOs, it’s important to abide by the rules and regulations for the road safety and avoid paying hefty RTO fines. Follow the rules of RTO Traffic Fines and Challan in India and drive safe.
FAQ:
1. How can I check my challan online in Bihar?
You need to go to the official website of parivahan and go to the challan details to check your challan online.
2. How can I check my traffic fines in India?
Visit the website of your state's transportation department and go to the e-challan payments section to check traffic fines in India.
3. How do I pay Challan using Paytm?
You can follow these steps below to pay your traffic challan using Paytm:
- Open the Paytm mobile app on your smartphone, and find "Challan" and click on it.
- Choose "Traffic Authority"
- Enter the necessary information, such as the vehicle number, the challan ID or number, etc.
- To view the fine amount, click "Proceed."
- Select your preferred method of payment from credit card, debit card, Paytm wallet, Paytm postpaid, UPI, and net banking.
- You'll be informed once the payment has been made once you've finished it.