How can I check the status of my traffic challan in Chennai?

You can check your challan status online on the Parivahan portal or CarInfo by entering the vehicle number or challan number.

How to pay E challan online in Chennai?

Visit Parivahan or use CarInfo to make e challan payments easily. Payments can be made via UPI, debit/credit card, or net banking.

When is the last date to pay Chennai traffic challan?

The traffic challan must be paid within 60 days from the date of issuance. If paid late, the fines may increase, a license may be suspended, or other legal proceedings may take place.

How can I dispute a wrong traffic challan in Chennai?

You can raise a complaint at your nearest traffic police station with evidence (e.g. dash cam video or receipts). Disputes are managed by the traffic authorities.

What are common traffic fines in Chennai?

Not wearing helmet/seatbelt: ₹1,000 Signal jumping: ₹300 - ₹600 Driving without insurance or RC: ₹2,000+ Drunk driving: ₹10,000 + possible jail Overspeeding: ₹300

Can I check or pay challan using my phone?

Yes, you can check and pay your challans through the CarInfo app or mParivahan app on your mobile.

Is there an option for offline challan payment in Chennai?

Yes, you can pay at traffic police stations in Chennai, E-Seva centres, or through traffic police officers with e-challan machines.

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Chennai Traffic Challan - Check & Pay Online by Vehicle number

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How to Check & Pay Chennai Traffic Challan Online

It is very easy and quick to check your Chennai traffic challanonline. ust follow these simple steps to see if a challan is issued against your vehicle:

Enter your vehicle number in the Challan Check section

Instantly view challan status, offence details, and fine amount.

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I checked my Chennai e-challan here after driving through Anna Salai. The details were accurate and helped me understand the reason behind the fine.

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What Happens If You Don’t Pay Your Chennai Challan?

Within 60 days: Payable online/offline without penalty

After 60 days: Police may visit your address for recovery

After 90 days: Case is sent to court; you may be summoned

Continued delay: Driving licence or RC may be suspended

Repeated default: Vehicle may be seized; licence suspension for up to 3 months

Long-term impact: Cannot renew insurance, sell vehicle, or transfer ownership.

How to Pay Chennai Traffic Challan Offline

At Chennai Traffic Police Station

Visit your nearest traffic police station
Provide vehicle/challan number.
Pay via cash/card and collect the receipt

Through Traffic Police Officers on Duty

If stopped for a violation, you have the option to pay on the spot using cash or digital payment (if the officer has a challan machine)

Chennai Egmore Court (for court-referred challans)

If the challan is sent to court, visit Egmore Metropolitan Magistrate Court
Pay the fine as directed by the court

How to Dispute a Wrong Traffic Challan Chennai

If you got a wrong e challan in Chennai, you can dispute it, using the steps below:

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Go to the Parivahan Grievance Portal

Access the official website - https://parivahan.gov.in - and find the “Grievance” tab in the e-challan services.

Organize your evidence to support your dispute. You could include:

• Dashcam footage
• Parking slips
• Toll receipts or GPS location history
• Images or documents showing your vehicle was elsewhere

Complete a Dispute Form

Put the correct vehicle registration number, challan number, and upload all files. In the explanation area of the form, specify the details of your dispute.

Wait for Verification

Your complaint will be forwarded to be verified by the Chennai RTO or traffic department. Once verified, the wrongful challan could be cancelled or amended.

Go to the Traffic Police Headquarters (if required)

In the event that you receive no communication in a few working days or if the matter is urgent, you may go to the nearest traffic police office, or the Traffic. Make sure you bring the originals and photocopies of all the relevant documents, such as your vehicle RC, driving licence and the e-challan notice.

Appear at the virtual court or at the physical court (if needed)

In some cases, if the matter is unresolved through the Chennai Traffic Police, the e challan can be moved to the Virtual Court Chennai, or Metropolitan Magistrate Court. Here you'll have the opportunity to challenge the fine with your proof. You can check the status of court cases or the hearing dates pertaining to your challan at https://vcourts.gov.in

What is Chennai Traffic Challan?

In Chennai, payment of a traffic challan is now easy, quick and secure. Whether it's for overspeeding on OMR, signal jumping at T. Nagar or wrong parking near Marina Beach, you can check and pay your fines online - no need to go to the traffic police station.

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