E-Challan – Check & Pay Traffic Challan Online

An E-Challan is an electronic system used by traffic police to issue fines for traffic violations, such as speeding or not wearing a seatbelt. This system replaces traditional paper tickets with digital ones, making the process faster and more efficient. You will receive the E-Challan via SMS or email, and you can pay it online using various payment methods.

On this page, we will guide you through the steps to check your E-Challan and make online payments easily.

E-Challan Status & Download Online

To quickly check and download your E-Challan, follow these steps:

1. Go to the official E-Challan website: echallan.parivahan.gov.in.
2. Click on “Check Online Services” on the homepage.
3. Select “Check Challan Status” from the drop-down menu.
4. Choose your search option: by Challan Number, Vehicle Number, or Driving License Number.
5. Enter the necessary details, such as the relevant number and captcha code.
6. Click “Get Details” to view and download your E-Challan status, including the due amount, issue date, and payment information.

Now for E-Challan payment, choose a payment option such as net banking, credit/debit card, or mobile wallet. Complete the payment and download the payment receipt for your records.

Pay Challans in Virtual Court

If you haven’t paid your Challan within 3–4 months, it will be sent to court. At that point, you can make the payment through the virtual court website.

We have provided detailed instructions on how to do this below.

1. Visit the virtual court website at vcourts.gov.in/virtualcourt.
2. Select your state and department.
3. Enter your challan details using your Vehicle Number, Mobile Number, or CRN Number.
4. Click “Submit” to view your challan information.
5. Make your payment online using Net Banking, UPI, Cards, or a QR Scanner.

Checking Failed or Pending Challan Payments

To check failed or pending challan transactions, follow these steps:

1. Open your web browser and visit the official E-Challan site: echallan.parivahan.gov.in.
2. Click on “Check Online Services” on the main page.
3. From the drop-down menu, select either “Check Failed Transaction” or “Check Pending Transaction,” depending on your need.
4. Enter your vehicle number and complete the Captcha Code.
5. Click “Get Details” to view your failed or pending challan information.

If your E-Challan payment failed, try making the payment again later. For pending payments, click the “Verify” option on the page. If issues persist, email helpdesk-echallan@gov.in with a screenshot of your pending transaction.

Complaint about Wrong Challan

To file a complaint about a wrong challan, follow these steps:

1. Open your web browser and go to echallan.parivahan.gov.in.
2. Click on the “Complaint” option in the main menu.
3. You will be directed to the grievance page where you can file your complaint.
4. Fill in the required fields marked with a red star, including your name, phone number, email, challan number, vehicle or DL number, state, city, location, issue, and a description of your issue (up to 500 characters). You can also upload an image in jpeg, jpg, or png format.
5. Enter the captcha and click “Submit.”

You will receive an e-ticket number to track your complaint. The authorities will investigate your issue, which may take some time.

Traffic Violations and Fines in India

Here is a breakdown of various traffic offenses and their corresponding fines: