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Traffic Fines in Punjab
18 violations with penalty amounts as per MV Act 2019 and state modifications.
Traffic Police: 0172-2740169
Punjab (RTO code PB, capital Chandigarh) administers traffic enforcement through Chandigarh and its district police, applying the central MV Act 2019 amounts for serious offences such as drunk driving. No-helmet violations are actively fined, reflecting a sustained push to improve two-wheeler safety.
Enforcement is concentrated in Ludhiana, Amritsar and Jalandhar and along the busy Grand Trunk Road corridor. Check the table below for the exact Punjab fine and MV Act section that applies to each violation.
| Violation | Section | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Driving without licence | Sec. 181 | ₹5,000 |
| Driving without insurance | Sec. 196 | ₹2,000 |
| Drunk driving | Sec. 185 | ₹10,000 |
| Overspeeding | Sec. 183 | ₹1,000–₹2,000 |
| Red light jumping | Sec. 177 | ₹1,000–₹5,000 |
| No seatbelt | Sec. 194B | ₹1,000 |
| No helmet | Sec. 194D | ₹1,000 |
| Using mobile phone | Sec. 184 | ₹5,000 |
| Dangerous driving | Sec. 184 | ₹1,000–₹5,000 |
| No PUC certificate | Sec. 190(2) | ₹10,000 |
| Overloading (goods) | Sec. 194 | ₹20,000 + ₹2,000/tonne |
| No number plate / fancy plate | Sec. 192 | ₹5,000 |
| Racing on public roads | Sec. 189 | ₹5,000 |
| Juvenile driving | Sec. 199A | ₹25,000 |
| Wrong side driving | Sec. 184 | ₹1,000–₹5,000 |
| Triple riding | Sec. 194C | ₹1,000 |
| No parking violation | Sec. 177 | ₹500 |
| Obstructing emergency vehicle | Sec. 194E | ₹10,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fine for drunk driving in Punjab?
Drunk driving in Punjab 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 Punjab?
No helmet fine in Punjab is ₹1,000 under Section 194D, plus 3-month driving licence suspension.
How can I check pending challans in Punjab?
Visit echallan.parivahan.gov.in and enter your vehicle number or DL number. You can also use the mParivahan app. Traffic Police helpline: 0172-2740169.
Are traffic fines in Punjab different from central fines?
States can modify MV Act 2019 penalties. Punjab generally follows the central MV Act penalty structure.