Traffic enforcement has surged in Ghaziabad in the past year. The district recorded over 2.6 lakh wrong-side driving challans in 2024, up from 2.3 lakh in 2023 and just 37,000 in 2022—an alarming sevenfold jump. If you're a Ghaziabad motorist, that digicam-flashed fine could be sitting there, unpaid and growing. Knowing your e-challan status in Ghaziabad will help you avoid escalating penalties and be on the right side of the law.
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With traffic enforcement getting stricter across Ghaziabad, many have regularly checked for pending e-challans. Here's how you can do it quickly and reliably via:
The official Parivahan e-Challan portal
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The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways operates the Parivahan Sewa portal, making it simple to locate any challans issued against your vehicle. You must:
Open https://echallan.parivahan.gov.in/index/accused-challan.
Enter Vehicle Number/Driving Licence Number/Challan Number.
Enter the CAPTCHA; click 'Get Details'.
If any challans are linked, you can view and pay them instantly.
You can also verify challan status for Ghaziabad traffic on the UP Police website, which securely redirects you to the Parivahan portal.
Policybazaar.com offers a quick, user-friendly way to check e-challan status in Ghaziabad. You can:
Visit Policybazaar.com
Open the 'Challan Status' page.
Enter your vehicle number; click 'View Challan'.
Enter your name and mobile number when asked.
The page will display any pending challans.
Settling a traffic challan in Ghaziabad doesn't have to be a tedious process. The system is now designed to be quick and accessible, whether you prefer doing it online or in person.
The Parivahan e-Challan site is the official nationwide platform for checking and paying traffic fines.
You can also pay via the UP Police site. It also links to this same platform, making it just as convenient if you prefer starting from a local page.
If online payments aren't ideal, you can walk into your nearest traffic police station. Carry the challan details, and you can pay by cash, card, or UPI and get a printed receipt instantly. For smaller offences, traffic officers often carry hand-held devices, allowing you to settle the fine immediately.
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.
A few simple habits can save you from hefty fines and make your daily commute a lot safer:
Always carry your licence, RC, insurance, and PUC when on the road.
Wear a helmet or seatbelt — every trip, every time.
Stay within speed limits and respect traffic signals.
Keep your phone out of hand when driving.
Never drive under the influence of alcohol.
Getting a challan you don't deserve can be frustrating, but it can be sorted. The easiest way is to raise a complaint online on the official Parivahan website — just fill in the details and attach any proof you have. You can also visit the traffic police office closest to you. Carry any documents or proof you have, explain the situation, and ask for a review. The officers will review the details with you and help set things right.
Challans issued by traffic police or cameras usually appear online within 24–48 hours.
The challan can be paid online from any location using the Parivahan portal.
They are. The amount depends on the kind of vehicle you’re riding or driving and the offence itself.
It does. A challan issued in Ghaziabad is valid throughout UP and is connected to the national traffic system.
*Savings are based on the comparison between the highest and the lowest premium for own damage cover (excluding add-on covers) provided by different insurance companies for the same vehicle with the same IDV and same NCB. Actual time for transaction may vary subject to additional data requirements and operational processes.
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*Savings are based on the comparison between the highest and the lowest premium for own damage cover (excluding add-on covers) provided by different insurance companies for the same vehicle with the same IDV and same NCB. Actual time for transaction may vary subject to additional data requirements and operational processes.
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