Avoid unnecessary delays and settle your traffic violations efficiently with the Gujarat e-challan system. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of checking your e-challan status, making online payments, and understanding traffic regulations in Gujarat.
How to check challan status in Gujarat?
To check your pending challans in Gujarat, you have two convenient options:
Through the Bajaj Finserv platform:
- Login: Visit the Bajaj Finserv website and log in to your account.
- Navigate: Look for the 'CHALLAN' or 'TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS' section.
- Enter details: Provide your vehicle registration number and any other required information.
- View challans: The platform will display your pending E-challan status.
Using the Parivahan portal:
- Visit website: Go to the official Parivahan website.
- Select option: Navigate to the 'CHALLAN' or 'E-CHALLAN' section.
- Enter details: Input your vehicle registration number.
- Check status: The portal will provide information about any pending challans.
How to pay traffic challan online in Gujarat?
Once you have confirmed your challan status, you can conveniently pay it online through the following methods:
- Gujarat e-Challan gateway: Go to the official Parivahan website and enter your vehicle details for online payment.
- Bajaj Finserv BBPS Platform: If you are already a Bajaj Finserv user, you can pay directly through their BBPS platform using the steps mentioned earlier.
- Net banking or debit/credit card: Many banks and online payment platforms allow challan payments using your preferred method including net banking, debit/credit cards, and UPI.
Traffic rules and regulations in Gujarat
Adhering to traffic rules and regulations is essential for safety. Here is a summary of key points to remember when driving in Gujarat:
- Always wear a helmet, applicable to both the driver and pillion rider on two-wheelers.
- Obey speed limits, varying by road type.
- Maintain lane discipline, avoiding unnecessary lane changes.
- Do not drink and drive; alcohol consumption is prohibited.
- Use seat belts for all car occupants.
- Avoid using mobile phones while driving to prevent distractions.
- Avoid overloading vehicles, staying within the permitted capacity.
- Use headlights at night or in low-visibility conditions.
- Refrain from honking in designated silence zones near hospitals, schools, etc.
- Park only in designated areas, following parking regulations.
Traffic fines in Gujarat
Offense |
First offense (in Rs.) |
Subsequent offense (in Rs.) |
Disregarding traffic signals |
1,000 - 5,000 |
Imprisonment (6 months - 1 year) |
Driving without a valid license |
2,000 (two-wheeler) |
3,000 (three & four-wheeler) |
Driving under the influence |
10,000 &/or 6 months imprisonment |
15,000 &/or 2 years imprisonment |
Using mobile phone while driving |
500 |
1,500 |
Not wearing a helmet |
1,000 |
- |
Not wearing a seat belt |
1,000 |
- |
Parking violation |
500 |
1,000 |
Breach of pollution norms |
1,000 (two-wheeler) |
3,000 (other vehicles) |
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Traffic rules:
Here's a summary of some key traffic rules in Gujarat, as per the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 and relevant state regulations:
General rules:
- Always wear a seatbelt: This applies to all occupants in the car, including the driver and passengers.
- Always wear a helmet: This is mandatory for both the rider and pillion rider on a two-wheeler.
- Do not drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
- Do not use mobile phones while driving: This includes using hands-free devices.
- Adhere to speed limits: These vary depending on the road type and location.
- Respect traffic signals and markings.
- Do not indulge in triple riding on two-wheelers.
- Carry your driving license, registration certificate (RC), and pollution under control certificate (PUC) while driving.
Specific violations and challans
Here are some of the common traffic violations and their corresponding fines in Gujrat:
Offense |
Minimum fine (in Rs.) |
Maximum fine (in Rs.) |
Driving without license |
5,000 |
3,000 |
Driving without helmet |
1,000 |
1,000 |
Triple riding on a two-wheeler |
1,000 |
1,000 |
Disobeying traffic signals |
100 |
500 |
Drunken driving |
Imprisonment and/or fine (court determined) |
- |
Overspeeding |
100 |
2,000 |
Using mobile phone while driving |
1,000 |
1,000 |
