Latest Mumbai traffic fines and traffic rules 2025 with updated penalties for overspeeding, signal jumping, no-helmet violations, and drunk driving. Concept of road safety, traffic management, and law enforcement.
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What is a Traffic Challan in Mumbai?
A Traffic Challan in Mumbai is a penalty notice issued by the Mumbai Traffic Police for violating traffic rules under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. It is a legal slip that records the offence, vehicle number, date, location, and fine amount.
Mumbai Traffic Police issues two types of challans:
- Physical Challan – Given directly by a traffic officer.
- E-Challan – Issued electronically through CCTV cameras and speed detectors.
| Violation | Fine (₹) |
|---|---|
| Driving Without Seatbelt | ₹1,000 and/or community service |
| Driving Without a Driving Licence | ₹5,000 |
| Over Speeding | LMV: ₹1,000- ₹2,000 MPV/HPV: ₹2,000- ₹4,000 (+ licence seizure) |
| Drunk Driving | ₹10,000 and/or 6 months prison ₹15,000 and/or 2 years jail for repetitive violation |
| Driving/Riding Without Insurance | ₹2,000 and/or 3-months prison, community service ₹4,000 for subsequent offence |
| Driving/Riding While on the Mobile (Handheld) | ₹5,000 |
| Speeding, Racing | ₹5,000 and/or 3-months prison, community service ₹10,000 for subsequent violation and up to 1 year in prison, community service |
| Obstructing the Path of Emergency Vehicles | ₹10,000 and/or community service |
| Juvenile Offences | ₹25,000 with 3 years prison, cancellation of registration for 1 year, juvenile ineligible for licence until 25 years of age |
| Overloading Two Wheeler Vehicles | ₹2,000 and licence disqualification and/or 3 months of community service |
| Driving Without Appropriate Registration Documents | ₹5,000 ₹10,000 for subsequent offence |
| Overloading Four Wheelers | ₹200 per additional passenger |
| Driving/Riding Despite Disqualification | ₹10,000, and/or community service |
| Driving Without a Requisite Ticket | ₹500 |
| Offering Bribes | Twice the amount of total penalty payable depending upon roadside violations |
| Aggregators Without a Driving License | ₹25,000 to ₹1,00,000 |
| Honking in Silent Zones | ₹2,000 ₹4,000 for subsequent offence |
| Not Following Orders of Authorities | ₹2,000 |
| Oversized Operating Vehicles | ₹5,000 to ₹10,000 and/or community service |
| Riding Without Helmet (Rider and Pillion Rider) | ₹1,000, and/or licence disqualification, community service for 3 months |
Learn about the latest Mumbai traffic fines and traffic rules for 2025, including updated penalties for overspeeding, signal jumping, no-helmet violations, and drunk driving. Stay informed to ensure road safety and avoid fines.
How to Pay Traffic Challan in Mumbai?
You can pay your traffic challan in Mumbai through the following methods:
- Parivahan Portal – https://echallan.parivahan.gov.in
- Maharashtra Traffic E-Challan Portal – https://mahatrafficechallan.gov.in
Follow these steps to pay online:
- Visit the portal
- Enter vehicle number / challan number
- Check pending challans
- Make payment via UPI, net banking, or card
Important Tips for Mumbai Vehicle Owners
- Always carry Driving Licence (DL), RC, Insurance & PUC
- Pay challans before due date to avoid extra penalties
- Unpaid challans may result in licence suspension or court summons
- Regularly check online for pending e-challans
FAQ – Traffic Challan Mumbai
Q1. How can I check my traffic challan in Mumbai?▼
You can check it online through the Parivahan Portal or Maharashtra Traffic E-Challan website.
Q2. What happens if I don’t pay my Mumbai traffic challan?▼
Unpaid challans may lead to extra penalties, licence suspension, or even court summons.
Q3. Can I pay Mumbai traffic challan offline?▼
Yes, you can pay at Mumbai traffic police stations or through authorized payment centers.
Q4. What documents should I always carry while driving in Mumbai?▼
You must always carry a Valid Driving Licence, RC, Insurance, and PUC.
Q5. Is drunk driving a punishable offence in Mumbai?▼
Yes, drunk driving is a serious offence with a fine of ₹10,000 plus possible court action.