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Check e-Challan Status in Chandigarh
In Chandigarh, eChallans are now being levied on traffic violators, and the traffic fines have also been increased in an attempt to ensure compliance with road safety. The eChallan system works through a combination of smart technologies and traffic cameras that automatically identify traffic violators and their vehicles to issue a challan. Read the information below to learn more about the eChallans and how to check your eChallan status, where to pay your eChallan fine, etc.
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How to Check e-Challan Status in Chandigarh?
You can check your Chandigarh e-Challan status by logging into the Parivahan portal or Policybazaar.com.
How to Check e-Challan Status in Chandigarh through Parivahan
On your browser, open the e-challan webpage on the Parivahan website.
Enter your vehicle's RC number and the Captcha code.
Click on "Get Details".
The e-challan issued in your name will be displayed on the screen along with other details such as the violation date, fine amount, etc.
How to Check e-Challan Status in Chandigarh through Policybazaar.com
From your browser, open Policybazaar Insurance Brokers Pvt. Ltd. 's vehicle challan webpage.
Enter your vehicle number and click on "View Challan".
Enter your name and mobile number on the next page and click "View Challan".
Your vehicle details will be displayed on the screen.
Now, navigate to the "Challan Details" tab and expand it to check your e-Challan status.
What Does e-Challan in Chandigarh Include?
Your Chandigarh e-Challan will include the following information:
Vehicle details - Vehicle number, model, RC number, category, etc.
Description of traffic violation - Speeding, drunk driving, etc.
Location details - Time and date of traffic violation.
e-Challan number - Challan identification number.
Penalty amount - The fine amount to be paid.
Due date - The date by which the e-Challan fine needs to be paid.
Challan status - Your e-Challan status to check whether it has been paid.
How Can I Pay e-Challan in Chandigarh?
Using the Parivahan Portal
Open the Parivahan portal from your browser.
Enter your vehicle number, DL number, or challan number.
Enter the Captcha code and click on "Get Details".
Select the e-challan you want to pay and click the "Pay Now" button.
You will be directed to a payment gateway page.
Select an online payment mode like net banking, debit/credit cards, etc.
A payment confirmation message and receipt of payment will be displayed on the screen for your reference.
Using the Chandigarh Traffic Police website
Open the Chandigarh Traffic Police website from your browser.
Navigate to the "Services" tab on the homepage.
From the dropdown, select "Online Payment of Challan".
Now, click "Online Payment Gateway" at the end of the page.
You will be redirected to the Parivahan portal.
Follow the steps mentioned above to pay the e-challan.
Offline Payment
To pay your e-Challan offline in Chandigarh, you can use any of these ways:
Traffic Police Officer: Go to a traffic police officer using a challan machine. Give details like your challan number, driving licence number and RC number. Pay your challan in cash and collect a receipt from the officer.
Chandigarh Police Headquarters: You can also pay your challan with a cheque or a DD. You can courier your cheque/DD to the Chandigarh Police Headquarters at PQXQ+7XH, near Kendriya Sadan, 9-D, Sector 9, Chandigarh, 160009.
How to Check Pending e-Challan Transactions?
If you want to check the status of your pending e-Challan transaction, you can follow these steps:
Open the e-Challan page of the Parivahan portal.
Click on the "Check Pending Transaction" option under the "Check Online Services" dropdown menu.
On the next page, enter "Challan Number" or "Vehicle Number" along with the captcha code and click on the "Get Details" button.
Your pending e-Challan transaction status will be displayed on the screen.
Benefits of Paying e-Challan in Chandigarh
Accessibility: e-Challans can be viewed and paid anywhere, anytime, making it convenient for traffic offenders to clear their penalties faster.
Transparency: As the entire e-Challan process is automated, there is minimal scope for corruption.
Zero Paperwork: With online issuance and payment of e-Challans, zero paperwork is required.
Instant Notification: Traffic offenders get an instant notification to their registered mobile number or email when an e-Challan is issued.
Latest Traffic Violations and Their Penalties in Chandigarh
Listed below are some of the most common traffic violations and fines:
| Traffic Violation | Fine Amount for First Offence | Fine Amount for Subsequent Offence |
| Riding without helmet | Rs. 1,000 | Rs. 1,000 |
| Driving without valid PUCC | Rs. 10,000 | Rs. 10,000 |
| Drunk driving | Rs. 10,000 | Rs. 15,000 |
| Racing/Speeding/ Dangerous Driving | Rs. 5,000 | Rs. 5,000 |
| Driving without valid insurance | Rs. 2,000 | Rs. 4,000 |
| Blocking emergency vehicles | Rs. 10,000 | Rs. 10,000 |
| Using mobile phone while riding/driving | Rs. 5,000 | Rs. 5,000 |
| Juvenile driving | Rs. 25,000 | Rs.25,000 |
*Disclaimer: Traffic fines may be subject to change due to amendments in the Indian Motor Act. Some traffic offences may also warrant jail time and suspension of the DL along with a monetary fine.
Top e-Challans in Chandigarh
As per the data available on the Ministry of Road, Transport & Highways website, 22,90,051 e-Challans were issued in Chandigarh between January 1, 2019, and December 31, 2023.
From January 1, 2024, to December 25, 2024, 10,15,518 e-Challans were issued in Chandigarh. During this period, the top traffic violations that warranted e-Challans in Chandigarh were for jumping red lights/dangerous driving (4,90,000 e-Challans) and overspeeding (1,15,625).
Steps to Avoid Traffic Violations in Chandigarh
To avoid paying traffic fines in Chandigarh, follow these simple steps:
Adhere to the traffic signs at all times.
Wear a helmet or a seatbelt when using a two-wheeler or a car.
Do not drive if you are drunk.
Carry essential documents like your vehicle's RC, pollution certificate and valid driving licence.
Avoid parking your vehicle in no-parking areas.
Do not cross the speed limit.
What to Do if You Get a Wrong e-Challan in Chandigarh?
You can file a complaint to resolve your wrong e-Challan in two ways: Chandigarh Traffic Police and Parivahan Portal.
Chandigarh Traffic:
Contact Chandigarh Traffic Police via email at psspst@chd.nic.in or call their Helpline number: 1073 (toll-free)
Parivahan Portal:
Visit the e-Challan Parivahan portal and go to the "Complaint" tab.
You will be redirected to a grievance page.
Type in the required details and click "Submit" to file your wrong e-Challan complaint on the portal.
Frequently asked question
Yes. Traffic violators can visit the court physically or book an appointment at the virtual court to settle their disputed traffic e-Challans online.
An e-Challan has a validity of 60 days from its issue date. Vehicle owners must pay their e-Challans within this timeframe to avoid incurring extra penalties such as suspension of the driving licence.
To avoid getting an e-Challan for missing documents in Chandigarh, drivers must keep these essential documents in their vehicle:
- Vehicle's RC
- Valid pollution certificate
- Valid insurance copy
- The driver's driving licence.
You might face extra fines and penalties if you do not pay your Chandigarh e-Challan. In some cases, you may also be summoned to court for non-payment of your e-Challan.
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