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PUC Certificate in Uttar Pradesh
The cost of a PUC certificate in Uttar Pradesh has been raised by 5% on all types of vehicles from January 1, 2025. The new costs range from Rs 65 to Rs 115, varying for different vehicles and their fuel type. The PUC certificate is a legally mandated document issued to vehicles with less than 3% CO content in the emitted smoke.
What is a PUC Certificate?
The Motor Vehicles Act 1988 mandates vehicle owners to carry 4 essential documents, including a Pollution Under Control certificate (PUCC). This document is a record of the levels of emissions released from a vehicle and is issued only when a vehicle's toxic emissions are under the specified limit.
Steps to Get a PUC Certificate Offline in Uttar Pradesh
The steps to obtain a PUC certificate offline in Uttar Pradesh are listed below:
Locate and visit the closest emission testing centre. You can check the list of centres in your area through the official Parivahan website.
Submit the PUC application form at the centre.
Follow the operator's instructions and park your vehicle as directed.
The operator will measure the emissions released from the exhaust pipe.
A pollution certificate will be issued if your vehicle's emissions are within the specified limit.
How to Obtain a PUC Certificate Online in Uttar Pradesh?
You can check the details of an existing pollution under control certificate online through the Parivahan website. However, you need to visit an authorised PUC centre to get a new PUC Parivahan certificate.
How to Download Uttar Pradesh Vehicle PUC Certificate Online?
Here is how you can download the existing PUC certificate online:
Visit the official Parivahan website and click the 'PUC Certificate' tab.
Enter the last five digits of the vehicle's chassis number and registration number along with the captcha code.
The current pollution certificate will be displayed, which you can download for future reference.
Types of Emission Tests Conducted for Your Vehicle in Uttar Pradesh
The authorities consider your vehicle type and its fuel type to determine the required emission test. Below, we have mentioned some of the standard emission test procedures in India:
Petrol
Carbon Dioxide (CO₂) Test - to assess CO₂ emissions released
Hydrocarbon (HC) Test - to assess the levels of fuel remaining in the vehicle's exhaust
Carbon Monoxide (CO) Test - assessment of air intake and fuel combustion efficiency through CO level measurement
Diesel
Idling Carbon Monoxide (CO) Test - to assess emissions from a stationed vehicle with its engine running
Smoke Density Test - to assess black smoke output, to check fuel combustion, and engine health
LPG/CNG
Hydrocarbon (HC) Test - evaluates fuel combustion levels of a vehicle
System Soundness Test - for the detection of any leakages in the vehicle's CNG/LPG system
How to Check PUC Certificate Expiry Online?
Visit the PUCC tab on the official Parivahan website and enter all the required details. Your PUC certificate details, including the expiry date, will now appear on your screen.
FAQs
You need to visit the nearest authorised emission testing centre with your vehicle to obtain a pollution certificate in UP. The nearest PUC centre can be checked through the official Parivahan website.
The cost of a PUC certificate in Uttar Pradesh varies based on the kind of vehicle and its fuel type. The cost of a PUC certificate in Uttar Pradesh ranges from Rs 65 to Rs 115.
Visit the nearest PUC centre, which can be located through the official Parivahan website. The operator will guide you through the entire process and hand over a copy of your PUC certificate if your vehicle's emissions are under the specified limit.
Yes, you can download an existing PUC certificate online. All you need to do is visit the Parivahan website and follow the steps mentioned in this article. However, you need to visit an authorised PUC centre to get a pollution certificate renewed.
The fine for not having a valid pollution certificate in UP is Rs 1,000 for the first offence and Rs 2,000 for subsequent offences.
If you lose your pollution certificate, you can go to the nearest emission testing centre and request a copy of the same. You can also download a duplicate copy from the Parivahan website.
You can use the 'Upload Documents' tab on the DigiLocker app to upload a copy of your PUC certificate.
Yes, all vehicles emitting toxic gases need a PUC certificate in UP, including BS6 vehicles.
The full form of PUC is Pollution Under Control.
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