Did you know that between 2021 and 2024, the Jharkhand transport minister mentioned that the state recorded about 19,551 accidents?It was found that the primary reason for the accidents was speeding. E-challans are issued to ensure better safety standards. E-challans are digital traffic tickets generated when a person violates traffic rules. With consequences such as fines and jail time, e-challans make citizens conscious of safe driving habits. It is, therefore, essential for people to know how it works.
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If you are a resident of Jharkhand, you can check the status of your e-challan in three ways. Check out the three methods below:
The Parivahan portal is one of the most reliable ways to check the status of an e-challan. Below are the steps that you can follow:
The Jharkhand Police Traffic E-Challan portal is another option for checking your Jharkhand e-challan status online. Follow the steps mentioned below:
Check your Jharkhand e-challan status online via Policybazaar by following these steps:
The e-challan in Jharkhand will have the following details:
You can pay for the e-challan in Jharkhand via online or offline methods. Ensure you pay within 60 days of issuance to avoid further penalties.
You can use either the Parivahan website or the Jharkhand Traffic Police portal to pay your e-challan online.
You are expected to pay the penalty if you commit any traffic offence in Jharkhand. Below are offence-wise fine amounts for first-time offenders and repeat offenders:
| Offence | First Time Offenders | Repeat Offenders |
| Driving in prohibited areas | Rs 150 | Rs 500 |
| Traffic signs violations | Rs 150 | Rs 500 |
| Dangerous parking | Rs 150 | Rs 500 |
| Overtaking dangerously | Rs 150 | Rs 500 |
| Wrong parking | Rs 150 | Rs 500 |
| Incomplete or blank number plate | Rs 150 | Rs 500 |
| Fancy number plate | Rs 150 | Rs 500 |
| Driving without a licence | Rs 5000 | Rs 10000 |
| Overspeeding | Rs 1000 | Rs 2000 |
| Using a phone while driving | Rs 1000 | Rs 10000 |
| Racing or speed trial | Rs 5000 | Rs 10000 |
| Driving when mentally or physically unfit | Rs 200 | Rs 500 |
| Without PUC | Rs 1000 | Rs 2000 |
| Driving without vehicle registration | Rs 2000 | Rs 5000 |
Disclaimer: Under the Motor Vehicles Act, some of the above-mentioned traffic violations are subject to suspension of the driving licence and jail time, along with a fine. It can apply to both first-time offenders and repeat offenders.
It is not uncommon to receive a wrong e-challan. In such cases, you can register a complaint using any of the methods below:
Follow these steps to file a complaint online for a wrong e-challan in Jharkhand:
You can also register a complaint offline by following these steps:
Paying e-challan online saves time and is much more hassle-free. Here are the benefits:
By following simple traffic rules, you can avoid fines and improve road safety.
Follow these steps to check pending e-challan transaction details so you do not miss any challan:
Failing to pay e-challan before the deadline can lead to additional fines, summons to court, or even suspension of your driving licence.
Your e-challan history can impact insurance, as multiple or unpaid e-challans may be treated as risk factors.
No. To check or pay an e-challan, you need the vehicle registration, challan, or driving licence number.
If your contact details are linked to your vehicle RC, you will be notified via SMS or email if an e-challan is issued.
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