Punjab E-Challan: Check & Pay Traffic Fines Online | Official Guide

Check and pay Punjab e-challan online or offline. Learn about traffic fines, challan status, RTO offices, payment methods, dispute process, traffic rules, and more in Punjab.

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1. What is a Challan in Punjab?

A challan in Punjab is an official notice issued by the Punjab Traffic Police or the Regional Transport Office (RTO) for violating traffic laws. The e-challan system enables residents and visitors to check, pay, and dispute traffic fines online or offline efficiently.

Traffic violations that may lead to challans include:

Over-speeding

Jumping red lights

Not wearing a helmet

Not wearing a seatbelt

Using a mobile phone while driving

Overloading vehicles

The digital e-challan system ensures transparent enforcement, accurate records, and provides a convenient platform for vehicle owners to manage fines without visiting the office physically.

2. How to Check Challan Status in Punjab

Online Methods

1. Check Challan Status Via Parivahan Sewa Portal

Website: https://echallan.parivahan.gov.in/

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Open the Parivahan portal.
  2. Click on Check Challan Status.
  3. Enter your vehicle registration number, driving license, or challan number.
  4. Complete CAPTCHA verification.
  5. Click Get Details to view pending or cleared challans.

2. Challan Check Via Punjab Transport Department Portal

Website: https://punjabtransport.gov.in/

Steps:

  1. Navigate to the E-Challan Section.
  2. Enter your vehicle registration number.
  3. Click Search to view all challans.

3. Check Traffic Challan Online Via mParivahan App

Available on Android & iOS

Steps:

  1. Install and open mParivahan.
  2. Select Challan Status.
  3. Enter vehicle or driving license number to view challan history.

4. Check Vehicle Challan Online Via UMANG App

Available on Android & iOS

Steps:

  1. Open UMANG app.
  2. Go to Transport Services → Check Challan Status.
  3. Enter your vehicle or driving license number.

Offline Methods

  • RTO Office Visit: Visit your nearest Punjab RTO for challan inquiries.
  • Traffic Police Station: Approach the local traffic police station with vehicle or license details.
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3. How to Pay Challan in Punjab - E Challan Payment

Online Payment Methods

1. E Challan Payment Via Parivahan Portal

  1. Check challan details online.
  2. Click Pay Now.
  3. Choose a payment method (credit/debit card, net banking, UPI).
  4. Complete the transaction and save the receipt.

2. Pay Challan Online Via Punjab Transport Department Portal

  1. Enter vehicle number or challan number.
  2. Click Pay Challan.
  3. Complete the payment using preferred method.

3. Pay Traffic E Challan Online Via mParivahan App

  1. Select Pay Challan.
  2. Enter challan number or vehicle number.
  3. Pay securely via available options.

4. Pay Challan Online Via UMANG App

  1. Select Pay Challan.
  2. Enter vehicle or challan number.
  3. Complete payment and get digital receipt.

Offline Payment Methods

  • Visit RTO offices or Traffic Police stations.
  • Pay via cash or card, collect official receipt.

4. Documents Required for Challan Payment / Dispute

  • Vehicle Registration Certificate (RC)
  • Driving License
  • Challan Number or Vehicle Number
  • Identity Proof
  • Previous payment receipts (if disputing)

5. Challan Validity, Late Fee & Legal Consequences

Validity

Validity: Until payment or dispute resolution.

Late Fee

Late Fee: Additional penalty may apply for late payment.

Legal Consequences

Legal Consequences: Non-payment can result in vehicle seizure, court notice, or other legal action.

6. How to Dispute a Challan in Punjab

Online Dispute

  • Use the Punjab Transport Department portal.
  • Submit vehicle and challan details along with supporting evidence.

Offline Dispute

  • Submit written application at RTO office or traffic police station.
  • Attach challan copy, RC, and proof supporting your claim.

7. RTO Office List in Punjab

RTO CodeOffice NameDistrict/City
PB01Amritsar RTOAmritsar
PB02Bathinda RTOBathinda
PB03Faridkot RTOFaridkot
PB04Fatehgarh Sahib RTOFatehgarh Sahib
PB05Fazilka RTOFazilka
PB06Ferozepur RTOFerozepur
PB07Hoshiarpur RTOHoshiarpur
PB08Jalandhar RTOJalandhar
PB09Kapurthala RTOKapurthala
PB10Ludhiana RTOLudhiana
PB11Mansa RTOMansa
PB12Mohali RTOMohali
PB13Patiala RTOPatiala
PB14Rupnagar RTORupnagar
PB15Sangrur RTOSangrur
PB16Tarn Taran RTOTarn Taran

8. Traffic Police Contact Details in Punjab

Helpline

[Insert Number]

Email

[Insert Email]

Official Website: https://punjabpolice.gov.in/

9. Traffic Rules in Punjab

  • Helmet: Mandatory for two-wheeler riders.
  • Seatbelt: Front-seat passengers must wear seatbelts.
  • Speed Limits: 60 km/h in city, 80 km/h on highways.
  • Mobile Usage: Prohibited while driving.
  • Parking: Only in designated areas.

10. Traffic Fine Fee Structure in Punjab

OffenseFine Amount (INR)
Speeding500
No Helmet500
No Seatbelt500
Jumping Red Light1000
Mobile Use While Driving1000
Overloading2000
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11. Benefits of Paying Challan Online

  • Pay from home anytime
  • Secure transactions
  • Instant receipt generation
  • Avoid late fees and legal complications

12. How to Avoid Traffic Challans in Punjab

  • Follow traffic signals
  • Wear helmet and seatbelt
  • Avoid mobile usage while driving
  • Obey speed limits
  • Park responsibly in designated areas

13. Nearby States to Pay Challan Online

Haryana

Delhi

Himachal Pradesh

Rajasthan

14. Comparison with Other States (Optional)

FeaturePunjabHaryanaDelhi
Online Payment PortalYesYesYes
Mobile App AvailabilitymParivahan, UMANGmParivahan, UMANGmParivahan, UMANG
Payment ModesCard, Netbanking, UPICard, Netbanking, UPICard, Netbanking, UPI
E Challan Parivahan Sewa
Apply for a Fancy Number online
Use the mParivahan app for RC and DL
Parivahan Sarathi helps with licence services
Get RTO services on Parivahan Sewa
Check Vehicle Owner Details online
Track your RC Status easily
View Vehicle RC Details anytime
Find official RTO Vehicle Information

State-wise E-Challan Pages

Access E-Challan services for all states and major cities across India

S.NoState/CityPage NameAction
1Andhra PradeshAndhra Pradesh E-ChallanVisit Page
2DelhiDelhi E-ChallanVisit Page
3BiharBihar E-ChallanVisit Page
4Madhya PradeshMadhya Pradesh E-ChallanVisit Page
5Uttar PradeshUttar Pradesh E-ChallanVisit Page
6MaharashtraMaharashtra E-ChallanVisit Page
7KarnatakaKarnataka E-ChallanVisit Page
8KeralaKerala E-ChallanVisit Page
9GujaratGujarat E-ChallanVisit Page
10RajasthanRajasthan E-ChallanVisit Page
11PunjabPunjab E-ChallanVisit Page
12HaryanaHaryana E-ChallanVisit Page
13West BengalWest Bengal E-ChallanVisit Page
14GoaGoa E-ChallanVisit Page
15ChandigarhChandigarh E-ChallanVisit Page
16MeghalayaMeghalaya E-ChallanVisit Page
17Tamil NaduTamil Nadu ChallanVisit Page
18TelanganaTelangana E-ChallanVisit Page
19GujaratAhmedabad E-ChallanVisit Page
20KarnatakaBangalore E-ChallanVisit Page
21Madhya PradeshBhopal E-ChallanVisit Page
22Tamil NaduChennai E-ChallanVisit Page
23AssamGuwahati E-ChallanVisit Page
24TelanganaHyderabad E-ChallanVisit Page
25Uttar PradeshLucknow E-ChallanVisit Page
26MaharashtraMumbai E-ChallanVisit Page
27Uttar PradeshPrayagraj E-ChallanVisit Page
28GujaratSurat E-ChallanVisit Page
29GujaratVadodara E-ChallanVisit Page

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15. FAQ Section – Punjab E-Challan

Q1: How do I check my Punjab traffic challan?

A1: Use the Parivahan portal, Punjab Transport Department website, mParivahan app, or UMANG app.

Q2: Can I pay Punjab e-challan online?

A2: Yes, via official portals or apps using debit/credit cards, net banking, or UPI.

Q3: How can I pay offline?

A3: Visit RTO offices or traffic police stations with challan details.

Q4: What documents are needed for payment/dispute?

A4: Vehicle RC, driving license, challan number, ID proof, previous receipts if disputing.

Q5: Can I dispute a Punjab e-challan online?

A5: Yes, via Punjab Transport Department portal or mParivahan app.

16. Conclusion

Punjab e-challan services provide a transparent, quick, and convenient experience to check, pay, and dispute traffic fines. Use the official portals and apps, keep your documents ready, and follow traffic rules for a hassle-free process.