Fast, reliable search for traffic violations and pending fines across the National Register (NR).
Enter one of the following to simulate a lookup.
Enter your RC number along with the last 5 digits of your chassis or engine number to verify vehicle owner details and view all fines linked to the registration. This is crucial before selling a vehicle.
If you have the physical or SMS copy of the traffic violation, enter the unique 15-digit ID for a direct report. Settle these compounding fines early to avoid legal complications or getting your vehicle blacklisted by the RTO.
Check violations specifically linked to your personal Driving Licence. Accumulating excessive compounding offences can lead to license suspension and block your licence renewal online.
Real-world solutions to incorrect challan photography, missing SMS alerts, and Virtual Court summons.
The Frustration: Your online challan status lists "Sent to Court". The eChallan portal blocks your online payment button, and you fear a physical court summons.
The Technical Fix: Once a compounding limit (60 days) expires, RTOs forward the case to a **Virtual Court**. Settle it online: 1) Go to the official Virtual Court portal at **vcourts.gov.in**. 2) Select your state and search using your Vehicle No or Challan No. 3) The system will display the court summons. Click **'Pay Proposed Fine'**, complete the online settlement, and the case will show **'Disposed'** instantly. Your Vahan database lock will be released automatically.
The Frustration: You received a speeding or red-light fine, but the attached camera evidence photo shows a completely different vehicle (different model or fake plates) matching your number.
The Technical Fix: Do NOT pay the fine, as it is an admission of guilt. File an official **Grievance**: 1) Visit the **echallan.parivahan.gov.in** portal. 2) Click on **'Complaint / Grievance'**. 3) Enter Challan Details, write a clear description noting the difference in vehicle models, and upload high-resolution photos of your original vehicle and smart card RC. The transport compliance analyst will review the camera log and cancel the incorrect violation in the National Register within 7-10 working days.
The Frustration: You are trying to renew your registration certificate or transfer ownership, and Vahan blocks the transaction due to old unpaid fines you were never alerted about via SMS.
The Technical Fix: This happens if your registered phone number is outdated in Vahan. 1) Settle the outstanding fines immediately. 2) Visit the **Vahan Citizen Services** page. 3) Select **'Update Mobile Number'**, verify via Aadhaar OTP, and input your current active number. This guarantees you will receive real-time automated SMS notifications for future violations.
You can check your status on the official eChallan Parivahan portal by entering your vehicle registration number, driving licence number, or the specific 15-digit challan number.
Yes, you can use your vehicle registration number (along with the last 5 digits of your Chassis or Engine number) or your DL number to fetch all pending challans linked to you.
Typically, you must pay an eChallan within 60 days of its issue. Failure to do so may result in the case being forwarded to a Virtual Court for legal compounding.
Yes, the system sends an SMS to the mobile number registered with your vehicle’s RC or DL. However, it is highly recommended to check online periodically as network delays may occur.
Once forwarded to a Virtual Court, you can no longer pay the fine on the standard eChallan portal. You must visit the official vcourts.gov.in portal to settle the compounding fee or contest the summons.