e Challan Surat

An e-challan in Surat is an electronic traffic fine issued by Surat Police when surveillance cameras record a traffic rule violation. You can check and pay it online on the Surat City Police e-challan portal, the Parivahan NextGen eChallan portal or the VISWAS e-Challan app.

Fines Imposed for Breaking Traffic Rules in Surat

The following table shows the fines imposed for breaking traffic rules in Surat: 

Traffic Violations 

Fines Imposed 

Driving without driving license

Rs.3,000 for four wheelers and Rs.2,000 for two wheelers

Obstructing emergency vehicle

Rs.1,000

Driving on wrong side

Rs.3,000 for light vehicles and Rs.5,000 for heavy vehicles

Minor driving a registered vehicle

Rs.25,000 and up to three years of imprisonment

Driving under the influence of alcohol

Rs.10,000 and/or six months of imprisonment which can be increased to Rs.15,000 and/or two years of imprisonment for a second offence within three years

Driving without wearing a seatbelt

Rs.500

Riding a two-wheeler without helmet

Rs.500

More than two persons on a two-wheeler

Rs.100

Driving at excessive speed

Rs.1,500 for two-wheelers, three-wheelers and tractors, Rs.2,000 for light motor vehicles and Rs.4,000 for other vehicles for the first offence

Driving an uninsured vehicle

Rs.2,000 for the first offence and Rs.4,000 for subsequent offences

Sounding the horn needlessly or continuously

Rs.1,000

Documents such as the driving licence, PUC certificate, registration certificate, permit, fitness certificate and third-party insurance certificate can be shown in electronic form through DigiLocker, and must be produced within 15 days from the date of the demand.

How to Pay E-Challan in Surat Online?

Paying E-Challan in Surat has become quite easy due to the introduction of the e-challan gateway. The following are the steps to pay Surat E-Challan online: 

Step 1: Visit the official website of Surat E-Challan

Step 2: Enter your ‘Vehicle Registration Number’ and click on ‘Get Challan’. 

Step 3: You will be redirected to a new page where you can see the number of outstanding e-challan, type of offence, fine amount, place, and payment status. 

Step 4: If there is no information in the new page, it means that there is no outstanding challan on your name. 

Step 5: Finally, you can choose your preferred payment method like a credit card, debit card, Unified Payments Interface (UPI), internet banking, and wallet to make the challan payment.

The portal lists paid and unpaid challans for your vehicle together, so you can view and pay all issued or pending challans at once. 

For any complaint or dispute regarding a challan, contact the designated officer in the e-Challan department at the CP Office, Surat.

How to Make E-Challan Payment Online Through Parivahan?

E-Challan Surat can also be paid through Government of India’s website by visiting Parivahan Seva website of E-Challan:

Challans issued in Gujarat are checked and paid on the NextGen eChallan portal of Parivahan.

Step 1: Visit the NextGen eChallan portal on the Parivahan website and select ‘Pay Challan’.

Step 2: Select ‘Challan Number’, ‘Vehicle Number’ or ‘DL Number’ and enter the matching details.

Step 3: Next, enter the ‘Captcha Code’ and click on ‘Get Details’.

Step 4: Check the pending challan details displayed, including the fine amount to be paid.

Step 5: Now, select your preferred payment method to make the payment.

Step 6: Once the payment is done, you will receive a confirmation receipt which you can save for future reference.

If your payment is pending, stuck or deducted from your account, use the ‘Check Pending Transaction’ service on the portal to verify your transaction status.

The portal also lets you download the challan print and the payment receipt, and raise a grievance and check its status.

Use only the official portal and app for your e-challan, and beware of fraudulent websites and mobile apps impersonating e-challan services. The official services never ask for your password, OTP, payment details or sensitive personal information through calls, emails, messages or links.

How to Check Surat Traffic Challan Status via Parivahan

Here are the steps to check e-challan Surat status in Parivahan Website:

Step 1: Visit the NextGen eChallan portal on the Parivahan website and select ‘Check Pending Transaction’.

Step 2: Enter your ‘Challan Number’ or ‘Vehicle Number’ and the captcha.

Step 3: Click on ‘Get Details’

Step 4: In the new page, you will get to see the status of your E-Challan Surat payment status.

How to Check E-Challan Surat Status in the VISWAS e-Challan App?

The following are the steps to check E-Challan Surat Status in the VISWAS e-Challan App: 

Step 1: Download the ‘VISWAS e-Challan’ from the app store on your phone.

Step 2: Open the app and enter your vehicle number and challan number, and click on ‘Get Details’.

Step 3: You will be able to see the list of challans on the screen.

Step 4: Select a challan to check the payment status.

Summary

An e-challan in Surat is an electronic traffic fine that you can check and pay online through the Surat City Police e-challan portal, the Parivahan NextGen eChallan portal or the VISWAS e-Challan app. Review the fines table to know the penalty for each violation, and clear any pending Surat e-challan promptly. Always use the official portals and app to check and pay your e-challan.

FAQs on e Challan Surat

1.What is an e-challan in Surat?

An e-challan in Surat is an electronic traffic fine issued by Surat Police when a traffic rule violation is recorded, including by surveillance cameras. It is recorded against your vehicle, so you can look up your Surat e-challan online using the vehicle registration number. The offence, fine amount, place and payment status are shown for each challan.

2.Where can I see the fines for traffic violations in the Surat e-challan system?

The fines for common traffic violations that lead to an e-challan in Surat are listed in the fines table on this page. The amount depends on the offence and, for several offences, on the type of vehicle. Check the table before you pay or contest a Surat e-challan.

3.How can I pay my e-challan in Surat online?

You can pay your e-challan in Surat online on the Surat City Police e-challan portal by entering your vehicle registration number and opening the list of challans. The portal shows outstanding challans with the offence, fine amount, place and payment status, and lets you choose an online payment method. You can view and pay all issued or pending Surat e-challans at once.

4.Can I pay my Surat e-challan through the Parivahan portal?

Yes, a Surat e-challan can also be paid on the Government of India’s Parivahan eChallan portal, where Gujarat challans are handled on the NextGen eChallan portal. You can search using your challan number, vehicle number or DL number, enter the captcha and view the details. Choose a payment method and save the confirmation receipt after paying your e-challan in Surat.

5.How do I check my e-challan Surat status?

You can check your e-challan Surat status on the Surat City Police portal using your vehicle registration number, or on the Parivahan NextGen eChallan portal using your challan number or vehicle number. The status page shows whether your Surat e-challan is paid or unpaid. You can also track your challans on the VISWAS e-Challan app.

6.What should I do if my Surat e-challan payment is deducted but shows as pending?

Use the ‘Check Pending Transaction’ service on the Parivahan eChallan portal to verify the status of your Surat e-challan payment. Enter your challan number or vehicle number and the captcha to see the transaction details. This service is meant for payments that are pending, stuck or deducted from your account.

7.Which app can I use to check e-challan Surat status?

The VISWAS e-Challan app, published by the General Administration Department of Gujarat, can be used to track the challans of your vehicle in Gujarat, including your Surat e-challan. Download it only from an official app store. Avoid unofficial apps that claim to offer e-challan services in Surat.

8.What does it mean if no e-challan in Surat shows against my vehicle?

If the Surat e-challan portal shows no information after you enter your vehicle registration number, it means there is no outstanding e-challan against your name. You can search again at any time to confirm that no new Surat e-challan has been issued. Paid challans appear in the list with their paid status.

9.Can I get a refund on my E-Challan Surat payment?

No, once an e-challan Surat payment is made, it cannot be refunded. Check the offence, place and fine amount before you pay. If you want to dispute a Surat e-challan, contact the designated officer in the e-Challan department at the CP Office, Surat.

10.What happens if I fail to pay the e-challan in Surat?

If you do not pay a Surat e-challan, you can be subjected to legal action and penalties. Check the status of your e-challan in Surat regularly and clear any pending challan through an official portal. Keep the confirmation receipt as proof of payment.

11.Who collects the e-challan fines in Surat?

The traffic police of Surat city collect the e-challan fines in Surat. The Traffic Control Branch of Surat Police runs the e-challan project that issues and records these challans. You pay the fine online through the official portals.

12.Are digital documents accepted when traffic police ask for them in Surat?

Yes, documents such as the driving licence, PUC certificate and registration certificate shown in electronic form through DigiLocker are valid when asked for in Surat. They must be produced within the period allowed from the date of the demand. Not producing them can lead to an e-challan in Surat.

13.How can I avoid fraudulent websites while paying my Surat e-challan?

Use only the official Surat City Police e-challan portal, the Parivahan eChallan portal and the official VISWAS e-Challan app to check or pay your Surat e-challan. The official services never ask for your password, OTP, payment details or sensitive personal information through calls, emails, messages or links. Report any suspicious activity to the police authorities.

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