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PUC Certificate in Chandigarh
A PUC Certificate is a mandatory document to drive on the Indian roads as per the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. It certifies that your vehicle has successfully passed the mandatory pollution checks. It is very esimple to get a PUC Certificate in Chandigarh and must be done offline. Read on to know how to get a PUCC, how to check its status and more.
What are PUC Certificates?
A Pollution Under Control Certificate (PUCC) or PUC certificate verifies that your vehicle's emissions are within the limits set by the Central Motor Vehicles Rules. This document is mandatory for vehicles throughout India, and you must carry it while driving. Issued after a successful emission test at an authorised centre, the PUC Certificate mentions details such as emission levels, vehicle registration number, and validity.
How to Get PUC Certificate Offline in Chandigarh?
Getting a pollution under control certificate in Chandigarh can be easily done using the following steps:
- Step 1: Visit Parivahan Sewa and select 'PUCC' from the 'online services' dropdown.
- Step 2: You will be redirected to the official PUCC website. Choose the 'PUC Centre List' on the home page. Select 'Chandigarh' from the list of states and the details of all official testing centres in the union territory will be displayed.
- Step 3: Choose any centre from the list and go there for a PUC certificate.
- Step 4: The concerned pereson will assess and test the vehicle.
- Step 5: A certificate will be issued once your vehicle passes the test.
How to Get a PUC Certificate Online in Chandigarh?
To get a PUC Certificate in Chandigarh, you will have to visit the authorised centre for the centre. However, once the test is done, you can only download your certificate online.
Types of Tests Conducted for Checking Vehicle Emissions in Chandigarh
The emission levels of your vehicle are tested with the help of the following tests to issue a PUCC in Chandigarh:
| Vehicle Types | Tests |
| Diesel Vehicles | Free Acceleration Test: This test is performed to test the vehicle's maximum smoke density to ensure that it is within the prescribed limits. |
| Petrol/CNG/LPG Vehicles | Idle Emission Test: This test checks whether the emissions of Carbon Monoxide and Hydrocarbons emitted at idling speed are within limits. |
How to Download a PUC Certificate Online?
If an authorised PUC centre has tested your vehicle, you can download your PUCC at any time using the steps described below.
- Step 1: Visit the official website of PUCC Parivahan and find the 'PUC Certificate' option on the home page.
- Step 2: Enter your vehicle's registration and chassis numbers to start the process.
- Step 3: Type the captcha code and click on submit.
- Step 4: Click on the 'PUC Details' button to view your certificate.
Frequently asked question
According to the new rule for PUC certificates in Chandigarh, a certificate will not be issued to drivers who have five or more unpaid challans.
Yes, you can renew a PUC certificate after its expiry within a period of 7 days.
A PUC Certificate is generally valid for 1 year for BS-IV and BS-VI compliant vehicles. For other vehicle types, it is valid for 6 months.
Currently, a PUC certificate cannot be downloaded in Digilocker. The facility is available for Registration Certificates and Driving Licences only.
If your PUC is not renewed, you may face a fine of Rs. 2000 for your first offence and ₹5000 for subsequent offences, along with a suspension of your driving licence for 3 months.
If your PUC has expired, take your vehicle to any official testing centre in Chandigarh and get it tested again.
Download your PUC certificate through the PUC Parivahan website by providing the vehicle's registration and chassis number. The certificate mentions the expiry date as well.
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