How to Pay Traffic Challan Online in India

Updated: January 2026 | 6 min read

Got a traffic challan? Don't worry - paying it online is quick and convenient. This guide walks you through the complete process of paying your e-challan through official government portals.

Important: Always pay challans through official government portals only. Never pay to unofficial websites or agents to avoid fraud.

Step 1: Check Your Pending Challans

Before making any payment, first verify your pending challans:

Visit challancheck.in to quickly see all pending challans
Note down the challan numbers and amounts
Verify the violation details are correct

First, check if you have any pending challans

Check Challan Status

Step 2: Visit the Official Payment Portal

For payment, you must use official government portals:

National Portal: echallan.parivahan.gov.in
Or your respective state's official traffic police portal

Step 3: Navigate to Payment Section

Click on "Pay e-Challan" or similar option
Select search method: Vehicle Number or Challan Number
Enter the required details
Complete CAPTCHA verification
Your pending challans will be displayed

Step 4: Select Challans to Pay

On the results page:

Review all pending challans carefully
Check the violation details, date, and amount
Select the challans you want to pay
Click "Pay Now" or "Proceed to Payment"

Step 5: Complete Payment

Multiple payment options are available:

Payment Method	Details
UPI	Pay using Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm, or any UPI app
Debit Card	All major bank debit cards accepted
Credit Card	Visa, Mastercard, RuPay cards accepted
Net Banking	Internet banking from any bank
Wallet	Some portals accept Paytm, Amazon Pay, etc.

Step 6: Save Payment Receipt

After successful payment:

Download or screenshot the payment receipt
Note the transaction ID and receipt number
Keep it safe for future reference
You'll also receive confirmation via SMS/email

Early Payment Discounts

Many states offer discounts for early payment:

Some states offer 25-50% discount if paid within 15 days
The discount period and amount vary by state
Check the challan details for applicable discounts

What If Payment Fails?

If your payment doesn't go through:

Don't attempt to pay again immediately
Wait 30 minutes and check your bank account
If money was deducted but challan not updated, the refund usually happens within 7 working days
If the issue persists, contact the helpline mentioned on the portal

Offline Payment Options

If you prefer not to pay online:

Traffic Police Station: Visit the designated station with challan details
Court: For contested challans or hearings
Service Centers: Some authorized centers accept challan payments

Common Issues and Solutions

Challan Not Showing Online

Sometimes recently issued challans take 24-48 hours to appear in the system. If your challan doesn't show up, wait and check again later.

Incorrect Challan Details

If you believe a challan was wrongly issued, you can contest it by:

Visiting the traffic police station mentioned in the challan
Carrying proof (photos, GPS data, vehicle documents)
Filing an appeal through the portal if available

Tips for Hassle-Free Payment

Keep your vehicle documents and registered mobile number updated
Set a reminder to check for challans regularly
Pay early to avail discounts when available
Always use official portals for payment

Start by checking your pending challans on ChallanCheck to see if you owe any traffic fines.