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Traffic Fines in Delhi

18 violations with penalty amounts as per MV Act 2019 and state modifications.

Traffic Police: 011-25844444

Delhi (RTO code DL, capital New Delhi) runs one of India's most heavily automated traffic-enforcement systems. With CCTV and ANPR cameras at more than 500 intersections, many challans in the capital are generated automatically without a physical stop. Several penalties are set above the central MV Act 2019 baseline — red-light jumping and wrong-side driving, for example, are steeper here — reflecting the acute congestion and accident pressure across the National Capital Region.

One practical point specific to Delhi: unpaid challans can block your vehicle's registration renewal, so it is worth clearing dues promptly on the official echallan.parivahan.gov.in portal. The table below lists the current Delhi fine amount and the relevant Motor Vehicles Act section for each violation.

ViolationSectionFine
Driving without licenceSec. 181₹5,000
Driving without insuranceSec. 196₹2,000
Drunk drivingSec. 185₹10,000
OverspeedingSec. 183₹2,000–₹4,000
Red light jumpingSec. 177₹5,000
No seatbeltSec. 194B₹1,000
No helmetSec. 194D₹1,000
Using mobile phoneSec. 184₹5,000
Dangerous drivingSec. 184₹1,000–₹5,000
No PUC certificateSec. 190(2)₹10,000
Overloading (goods)Sec. 194₹20,000 + ₹2,000/tonne
No number plate / fancy plateSec. 192₹5,000
Racing on public roadsSec. 189₹5,000
Juvenile drivingSec. 199A₹25,000
Wrong side drivingSec. 184₹5,000
Triple ridingSec. 194C₹1,000
No parking violationSec. 177₹5,000 (tow zone)
Obstructing emergency vehicleSec. 194E₹10,000

Notes for Delhi

  • ·Delhi has the strictest enforcement with CCTV cameras at 500+ intersections.
  • ·Unpaid challans may block vehicle registration renewal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the fine for drunk driving in Delhi?
Drunk driving in Delhi attracts a fine of ₹10,000 under Section 185 of the MV Act, plus up to 6 months imprisonment.
What is the fine for not wearing helmet in Delhi?
No helmet fine in Delhi is ₹1,000 under Section 194D, plus 3-month driving licence suspension.
How can I check pending challans in Delhi?
Visit echallan.parivahan.gov.in and enter your vehicle number or DL number. You can also use the mParivahan app. Traffic Police helpline: 011-25844444.
Are traffic fines in Delhi different from central fines?
States can modify MV Act 2019 penalties. Delhi has the strictest enforcement with CCTV cameras at 500+ intersections.

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