Bihar Traffic E-challan

Complete guide to violations and penalties

Bihar e-challan: Digital Traffic/Transport Enforcement Solution

How to check Bihar Traffic e-challan status?

You can check your Bihar traffic police e-challan status using the Park+ website or Parivahan website.

Use the Park+ website and know your challan status in two simple steps:

• Visit the Bihar e-challan web portal on the Park+ website.

• Enter your vehicle number and view your challan status.

  
  

  Use the Government of India's official website- Parivahan, to check your challan status:

• Visit the Parivahan e-challan webpage.
• Enter your Challan number/vehicle number/ Driving license number.
• A list of your e-challans shall be displayed.

• Click on the challan to check its status.

  How to pay the e-challan issued by Bihar traffic police?

  You can pay an e-challan issued by Bihar traffic police both online and offline.

  Paying traffic e-challan online:

  There are two ways of paying traffic e-challan online - using the Parivahan website and using Bihar Transport's official website.

  
  

  Using Parivahan website:

  You can also pay your Bihar traffic e-challan by using the Government of India's official e-challan website - Parivahan.

• Visit the Parivahan e-challan webpage.
• Enter your Challan number/Vehicle number/Driving License number.
• Enter the Captcha code and click on ""Get Details"".
• From the displayed list of e-challans, select one to make the payment.
• Your offense details shall be displayed along with the pending fine.
• Proceed with the payment.

• Once the payment is successful, you will receive a confirmation along with the transaction ID.

  
  

  Using Bihar Government's official web portal:

• Visit Bihar Transport's official webpage.
• Scroll down to select ""Challan Details"" from the list of online services.
• You will be prompted to click on the e-challan Parivahan website link.
• Once you are redirected to the Parivahan website, enter your challan number/driving license number/vehicle number.
• Then, enter the Captcha code before selecting ""Get Details"".
• Click on the e-challan from the displayed list and make payment.

• You will receive a confirmation along with transaction ID on successful payment of e-challan.

  Paying Bihar traffic e-challan offline:

  To pay the e-challan issued by Bihar traffic police offline, you can choose either of these two options:

• Visit any traffic police station in your city along with your Driving Licence, Address and Identity Proof, and traffic violation challan. Pay your fine in cash and get the receipt.

• Locate a traffic police officer with a handheld e-challan payment device. Swipe your debit/credit card to make a cashless payment there and then.

  
  

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  What are the latest traffic violations and their penalties in Bihar?

  As per the New Motor Vehicle Act 2019, the following is the revised list of penalties and their fines as implemented by the Bihar Traffic Police:

  
  

  Offense	Penalty (in INR)
  Driving without a seat belt	1,000
  Triple riding on two-vehicle	1,000
  Driving without helmet	1,000
  Carrying excess luggage	For the first offence:500 For repeat offense: 1,500
  Driving without a number plate	For the first offense: 500 For repeat offense: 1,500
  Parking in ""no parking zone""	For the first offense: 500 For repeat offense: 1,500
  Minor driving vehicle	25,000
  Disobey of traffic signals	For first offence:5,000 For repeat offense: 10,000
  Dangerous/rash driving	For the first offense: 5,000 For repeat offense: 10,000
  Using a mobile phone while driving	For the first offense: 5,000 For repeat offense: 10,000
  Drunken driving	10,000
  Driving vehicle without registration	2,000
  Driving uninsured vehicle	2,000
  Violation of road regulations	1,000
  Over-speeding	For Light motor vehicle (LMV): 1,000 For Medium passenger goods vehicle: 2,000
  Carrying explosive/inflammable substances	10,000
  Not giving passage to emergency vehicles	10,000
  Driving when mentally or physically unfit to drive	For the first offense: 1,000 For repeat offense: 2,000
  Racing	For the first offense: 5,000 For repeat offense: 10,000
  Disqualified person driving a vehicle	10,000
  Driving a vehicle registered in another state for more than 12 months	For the first offense: 500 For repeat offense: 1,500
  Failure to intimate change of the address of vehicle owner	For the first offense: 500 For repeat offense: 1,500
  Driving without a valid driving license	5,000
  Driving without insurance	2,000
  Overloading	2,000

  Source: Bihar Parivahan mobile app

  
  

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  What are the basic road safety rules to be followed in Bihar?

  Violation of road safety rules is a punishable offense in Bihar. All categories of vehicles should follow the following basic traffic rules:

  
  
• Drive on the left side:
  Keep to the left side of the road while driving. If there are no dividers or lanes, let the traffic pass safely through your right.
• Overtake from the right:
  Always overtake from the right side after flashing the indicator or honking the horn. Avoid overtaking on the narrow lanes as it may jeopardize others' lives.
• Respect traffic police:
  Never disobey or argue with the police offers. Bribing an officer is a punishable offense. Co-operate with the police to ensure smooth movement of traffic on the road.
• Respect traffic signals:
  Jumping the traffic signals can cause you a heavy penalty. If there are any pedestrians, wait for them to cross before moving your vehicle.
• Obey ""No Parking Signs"":
  Never park your vehicle in the ""No Parking zone"". Also, avoid parking on busy corners or in the middle of the road. Your vehicle can obstruct other motorists and cause accidents or chaos.
• Understand the road signs and markings:
  Every driver needs to understand and obey the markings and informatory signals on the road. These signs prepare/warn you of what lies ahead. They also indicate what you're allowed or not allowed to do while driving on the lane further.
• Make way for emergency vehicles:

  If you see emergency vehicles such as ambulances, police cars, and fire engines trying to pass, make way for them. Blocking their passage may lead to loss of life/property. Therefore, it is considered a punishable offense.

• Carry relevant documents:
  A vehicle owner must always carry the following documents in his vehicle:
• For all Vehicles:
  Driver's License, Registration certificate, Insurance certificate, and Pollution Under Control (PUC) Certificate
• Only for Commercial Vehicles:
  Fitness certificate and tourist permits
• Honking:
  Honk only when necessary e.g while overtaking, changing lanes, or passing through a narrow lane. Do not blow horns in front of schools and hospitals.
• Adhere to the Speed Limits:
  Always adhere to speed limits both while driving within the city or on highways. Overspeeding of racing on the road may lead to accidental deaths.
• Use of lights:
  Use the side indicator lights while switching lanes or turning around. Also, use the fog lights and the emergency light in case of heavy rains or fog. This shall warn the other motorists to maintain a safe distance while driving.
• Do not use mobile phones while driving: Never use mobile phones while driving. In case of an urgent call, first, park your vehicle on the roadside and then use your mobile.
• Never drink and drive:
  Drunk driving is a punishable offense across India. It can cost you a very heavy fine, imprisonment, or a permanently suspended license. Before getting behind the wheels, make sure that the alcohol level in your blood is within permissible limits.
• A learner should be accompanied:
  A Learner should never drive alone. He must have someone with a valid driving license sitting beside the passenger seat.
• Prioritize pedestrians:
  

  Always let pedestrians cross the road first. Slow down your vehicle or stop if there's a zebra crossing ahead. Make way for school-going children and senior citizens.

  Other safety rules for two-wheeler drivers in Bihar:

• Only one pillion rider:
  Two-wheelers can have only two riders - one driver and one pillion passenger at the back. Motorcyclists and scooter riders are not allowed triple-riding.
• Wear safety helmets:
  

  Both the driver and the pillion rider must wear approved safety helmets for protection from a severe head injury. Wearing knee and elbow guards is also advisable.

  Other safety rules for four-wheeler drivers in Bihar:

• Always wear seat belts:
  Wearing seat belts is essential while traveling in a car. Besides the driver, other passengers should also wear seat belts to avoid injuries in case of unexpected jerks, sudden brakes, or mishaps. Children sitting in the back seat should also have a harness or belt.
• Use mirrors and indicators:
  Always adjust your rearview mirror before hitting the road. The rearview mirror, called the third eye of the driver, is very helpful while taking a turn, changing lanes, overtaking a vehicle, and reversing the vehicle. It is also a good practice to use indicators for the right turn, left turn, and parking/stopping.