Drivers must exercise caution while driving in Andhra Pradesh, as the state has implemented AI-powered traffic management systems, which automatically issue challans to traffic violators. With the revised traffic fines under the Motor Vehicles Act being enforced, vehicle owners must be vigilant while driving or lending their vehicles to others. Read the below information to learn more about what an e-Challan contains and how to pay for it.
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You can check your e-Challan status in AP through the following two portals:
Visit Policybazaar's eChallan webpage.
Input your vehicle number and click on "View Challan".
Enter your name and mobile number, and click "View Challan".
Your vehicle details will be displayed on the screen.
Go to the "Challan Details" option and expand it.
Your e-Challan details and status will be displayed.
Log in to the official eChallan page on the Parivahan portal.
Click the 'Check Challan Status' option under "Check Online Services".
Enter details such as 'Challan Number', 'Vehicle Number', or 'Driving Licence Number' on the next page.
Type the CAPTCHA code and click 'Get Details'.
Your e-Challan status will be displayed on the screen.
An e-Challan issued in AP will contain the following information:
Date of traffic violation
Vehicle owner's name and address
Location and time of the traffic violation
Type of vehicle (sedan, SUV, two-wheeler, etc.)
Vehicle number
Picture of the incident
Penalty amount
You can make the payment for your AP-issued e-Challan in any of these ways:
Open Parivahan's official website.
On the homepage, click "Online Services".
From the dropdown, click "e-Challan Services".
On the next page, click "Get Challan Details".
Now enter details like your challan number/vehicle number/driving licence number.
Key in the Captcha code and click "Get Detail".
Click the "Pay Now" option to pay your e-Challan via net banking, credit/debit card, or UPI.
MeeSeva is an Andhra Pradesh government platform that offers varied services like bill payments and tax payments to its citizens.
Visit your nearest MeeSeva centre.
Provide the relevant details to the authorised person in the centre.
Verify your eChallan details.
Pay the eChallan penalty via cash/card transaction/online payment.
Visit your nearest Traffic Police Station or RTO.
Carry the required documents, such as your eChallan copy and identity proof.
Follow the instructions to pay your eChallan in cash or via cheque.
Open the eChallan page on the Parivahan website on your browser window.
Navigate to "Check Pending Transaction" under the "Check Online Services" tab on the homepage.
Enter the required details.
Your pending e-Challan transaction details will be displayed on the screen.
Some benefits of paying your e-Challan in AP are:
Lowers Corruption: Traffic fines are automatically levied and paid online through the Parivahan portal or Mee Seva centres, so there is no chance of bribery.
Online Record: With e-Challans, there is an official online record of the traffic violations and payments. This helps maintain transparency and promotes efficient record-keeping.
Better Compliance with Traffic Rules: The hefty fines and the automated eChallan system help boost traffic rule compliance.
Traffic Violation | First Penalty | Subsequent Penalty |
Driving without valid insurance | Rs. 2,000 | Rs. 4,000 |
Riding without helmet | Rs. 1,000 | Rs. 1,000 |
Using mobile phone | Rs. 5,000 | Rs. 5,000 |
Dangerous driving | Rs. 5,000 | Rs. 5,000 |
Driving without a valid license | Rs. 5,000 | Rs. 5,000 |
Drunk driving | Rs. 10,000 | Rs. 15,000 |
Jumping a red light | Rs. 5,000 | Rs. 5,000 |
Driving without a valid pollution certificate | Rs. 10,000 | Rs. 10,000 |
Disclaimer: Traffic fines in Andhra Pradesh are subject to change under amendments to the Indian Motor Act. Some traffic violations may also result in imprisonment and monetary penalties.
Between January 2019 and December 2023, more than 3.87 lakh challans were issued in Andhra Pradesh. The total revenue earned by the state against these challans was approximately Rs. 77.49 lakh.
Comply with traffic rules in AP to avoid getting fined.
Do not drive if you have consumed alcohol or other intoxicants.
Carry appropriate documents in your vehicle, such as the registration certificate, valid pollution and insurance certificates and the driver's driving licence.
Adhere to the traffic signs and signals.
Avoid speeding and comply with the speed limits.
Do not use your mobile phone while driving.
Wear a seatbelt if you are driving a car.
If you have been issued a wrong eChallan in Andhra Pradesh, you can raise a complaint through the Parivahan portal. Just follow the steps listed below:
Open the Parivahan portal and click on the "Complaint" option.
You will be directed to a page where you can submit a grievance.
Enter your details, vehicle details and e-Challan number.
Specify the reason for your grievance and enter the Captcha code.
Click "Submit".
If you do not pay your e-Challan within the stipulated time in Andhra Pradesh, the traffic police may seize your vehicle.
Yes. You can visit the nearest Mee Seva centre to pay for your traffic challan in Andhra Pradesh.
No. The Andhra Pradesh government has no official apps for checking or paying your eChallans in the state. However, you can use the 'NextGen mParivahan' app to do the same.
Traffic violators must pay their eChallan fines within 60 days of issuance to avoid extra penalties.
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