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Check e‑Challan Status in Chennai
With cameras and digital monitoring at nearly every junction, e-challans have become a routine part of life for many drivers. A missed signal or a quick stop in a no‑parking zone can end up as a fine you might not even be aware of. Taking a moment to check your e‑challan status in Chennai can save you from surprises later — and help you stay on top of your obligations as a responsible road user.
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How to Check Your e‑Challan Status in Chennai?
If you are not sure whether your vehicle has any pending challans in Chennai, you can quickly confirm the e‑challan status online through:
- The Parivahan Sewa portal
- Policybazaar Insurance Brokers Pvt. Ltd.
Through the Parivahan Portal
The MoRTH (Ministry of Road Transport & Highways) operates the Parivahan e‑Challan portal. It is a simple way to review any challans registered against your vehicle:
Visit the official Parivahan e‑Challan website.
Enter vehicle number, driving licence number, or challan number.
Enter the required details and complete the CAPTCHA verification.
Click 'Get Details'.
Any pending challans will be listed, along with available payment options.
The Tamil Nadu Police website is an equally convenient starting point for residents to check their e-challan status in Chennai.
Through Policybazaar.com
If you prefer checking e-challan status through a trusted website, Policybazaar.com makes it easy and quick. Here's how:
Go to the official website of Policybazaar Insurance Brokers Pvt. Ltd.
Locate the Check 'Challan Status' page.
Enter your vehicle number; click 'View Challan'.
When prompted, fill in your name and mobile number.
All pending violations linked to your number plate will appear instantly.
How Can I Pay for an e-Challan in Chennai?
If you have been issued an e‑challan in Chennai, dealing with it doesn't have to be a long or complicated process. The city has embraced digital platforms that make payments quick and straightforward, and if you prefer the old‑school way, you can always walk into a traffic police station.
Through the Parivahan Portal
The Parivahan e‑Challan site is the official gateway used across India, and Chennai is no exception. It connects to a central database, making it easy to locate and settle any pending fines in just a few steps:
The Tamil Nadu Police site also links directly to this national portal, making penalty payment easy for Chennai residents.
Offline Payment
If online payments aren't convenient, you can always pay your e‑challan in person. Just walk into any traffic police station in Chennai, show the challan details, and pay by cash, card or UPI. In many cases, traffic officers also have mobile cards or UPI machines, so you can clear a fine right where it happened — quick, simple, and no need for a second trip.
What are the Most Common Traffic Violations and Their Fines in Chennai?
| Traffic Violation | First Penalty | Subsequent Penalty |
| Drunk Driving | ₹10,000 and/or 6 months in prison | ₹15,000 and/or 2 years in prison |
| Riding without Helmet | ₹1,000 + licence suspension for 3 months | Not specified |
| Driving without Seatbelt | ₹1,000 | Not specified |
| Using Mobile while Driving | ₹5,000 | Not specified |
| Driving without Valid DL | ₹5,000 | Not specified |
| Driving without Valid Insurance | ₹2,000 and/or 3 months in prison + community service | ₹4,000 |
| Driving without Valid PUCC | ₹10,000 and/or up to 6 months in prison + community service | Not specified |
Disclaimer: Traffic fines are subject to change depending on the amendment of the Indian Motor Vehicle Act.
How to Avoid Getting an e-Challan in Chennai?
Most e‑challans can be avoided by making a few simple habits part of your routine. Here's what you can do to stay compliant and safe on Chennai's roads:
Respect traffic signals.
Always wear a helmet or seatbelt, regardless of distance.
Avoid using your phone while driving.
Ensure your licence, insurance, RC, and PUC are kept up to date and with you.
Never drink and drive.
What to Do If You Get a Wrong e‑Challan in Chennai?
If you are sure you have been fined unfairly, you don't have to just accept it. In Chennai, you can raise a complaint online through the Parivahan site and attach any proof you have. Or, if you want to talk to someone directly, just visit the nearest traffic police station — they will help sort it out.
FAQs
To ensure you have received a genuine e‑challan in Chennai, you must always cross‑verify the details on the Parivahan site or the official Chennai Police website.
Additional penalties can be added, and your case may be escalated to court if you fail to pay a fine for your e-Challan in Chennai timely.
Anyone can pay as long as they have the challan or vehicle details.
If an error is confirmed upon review of the wrong e-Challan request, the traffic department can cancel it.
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