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Getting caught speeding or jumping a red light in a big city can be costly, but it's nothing compared to the headaches that come from taking a day off from work and standing in line at the traffic police station.

Mumbai is India’s financial capital and home to 20 million people. Life in the city can get hectic. To make paying back fines easier, Mumbai like all other Indian states has developed an online system for checking echallan and making payments.

In this article, we'll review how you can use the online system to do challan checks and pay parking, speeding, and other traffic fines without leaving your home!

If you are in Mumbai, you can also explore Maharashtra e-challan.

What is Mumbai E-challan?
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E-challan is an online system provided by the Mumbai traffic police that makes it easy for drivers to pay their fines directly. It enables citizens to check the status of their challans, identify where they have violated traffic rules, generate payment invoices, and make payments electronically without ever having to visit a police station or court.

The e-challan portal offers a straightforward user experience and can be accessed from any location with internet access. With just a few clicks, drivers can quickly log in, pay fines electronically, check the status of their challans, generate payment invoices, and track the progress of payments. This efficient system helps citizens comply with the law and makes it easier for them to avoid costly fines!

How Does E-challan Work in Mumbai? 
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In Mumbai, the echallan system uses CCTV cameras installed throughout the city. These cameras constantly record footage of the ongoing traffic, and if a motorist is found breaking any traffic rule, the act is recorded, and an e-challan is generated. This challan is automatically generated by the device program, eliminating any scope for compromise. The Challan is then stored in the traffic police server in real time so that the person can pay for it online or offline. The e-challan system helps curb traffic violations, thus maintaining a safe environment for all road users in Mumbai.

How to Do Online Challan Check in Mumbai? 
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Either the Parivahan website or the ACKO used to do challan check in Mumbai:

Through ACKO Mobile App
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 Here is how you can do Mumbai e challan check through the ACKO app

Through ACKO Website
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You can also check the echallan Mumbai status through ACKO’s website, here’s how:

Check the Status of Your E-challan via Parivahan
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Here is how you can do e challan check by vehicle number in Mumbai via Parivahan:

Step 1: Go to the page for Parivahan e-challan

Step 2: Type in your Challan number, your car's number, or the number on your driver's licence

Step 3: You will see your e-challan list

Step 4: Click on the challan to check your challan's status or see if it has been paid

How to Pay Traffic Fines Online in Mumbai? 
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You can make your Mumbai traffic challan payment online in two ways: through the Parivahan website or the official Mumbai Transport website.

Using Parivahan Site
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You can also pay your traffic challan in Mumbai online through Parivahan Sewa, the official e-challan website of the Government of India.

Step 1: Go to the page for the Parivahan e-challan.

Step 2: Type in your login name and password

Step 3: Type in your Challan number, your vehicle number, or the number on your driver's licence.

Step 4: Type the Captcha code in and click the button.

Step 5: Choose an e-challan from the list shown to make the payment.

Step 6: The details of your offence and the fine amount will be shown.

Step 7: Pay the bill.

Step 8: Once you've paid the challan, you'll get a confirmation via SMS and the transaction ID.

Using the Official Website of the Maharashtra Government
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Navigating the web for Maharashtra Police's Challan Search is simple.

Validity of E-challan in Mumbai
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The e-challan issued in Mumbai is valid for 60 days from the date of issue. This means that you must make your payment within this time frame, or else your e-challan could be forwarded to a court, resulting in further legal action. The e-challan system makes it easy to pay these fines online, so there really should be no excuse for not paying them in time. Ultimately, it's up to you to make sure that your payment gets made before the 60 day deadline – and if not, you may have to face consequences!

Traffic Fine in Mumbai
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In the table below, listed below is the fines you need to pay in Mumbai:

Offence

Fine

Triple riding

Rs. 1000

Driving without a valid licence

Rs. 500

Driving in ‘No-entry’ zone

Rs. 200

Driving in ‘one-way’

Rs. 200

Violating stop sign

Rs. 200

Honking in silence zone

Rs. 1000

Jumping red light

Rs. 200

Driving without a seat-belt

Rs. 1000

Rash driving

Rs. 1000

Conclusion
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The online system for checking e-challan and making payments in Mumbai is a saviour for those who have dealt with the headache that comes from taking a day off from work and standing in line at the traffic police station. With this system, you can check your e-challan and pay parking, speeding, and other traffic fines without ever having to leave your home. This means no more long lines or wasted time - just a few clicks and you’re done! So next time you get caught speeding or jumping a red light in Mumbai, take advantage of the online system – it’s simply the easiest way to take care of your fines.

Frequently Asked Questions
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Here are some answers to the most asked questions related to e-challan in Mumbai.

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Can I do Mumbai challan check through ACKO app?

Yes, you can easily check Mumbai challan through the ACKO app.

What happens if I don't pay an over-speeding challan in Mumbai?

If you don't pay your e-challan at the designated location or online, a police officer may come to your address to collect payment. If this still does not result in payment being made, then you will be summoned to court where you would need to provide a justification for not having paid. If you fail to appear in court, your licence could be suspended by the traffic department until the fee is settled.

Can normal police cut challan in Mumbai?

The short answer is no. Only Traffic Police officers in Mumbai can issue traffic fines, also known as challans. Normal police personnel are not allowed to issue challans or issue fines for any traffic violations. This means that if a violation police officer pulls you over, they cannot issue a challan. The only authorities who can do this are the head constable and officers of higher post.

Can Mumbai police issue e-challan for not wearing a helmet?

Yes, the Mumbai police can issue challans for not wearing helmets. Under sections 129 and 194 D of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, the traffic police can impose fines on any biker found riding without a helmet. So if you are caught riding without protecting your headgear, you will be issued an e-challan and have to pay a penalty. 

What information does an e-challan contain?

An e-challan issued by the Traffic Police contains information about the traffic rule violation and the respective fine amount, as per the Motor Vehicles Act of 1988. It also contains details like the driver's name, registration number of the vehicle, location of violation, date & time of the violation, etc.

What documents are required while driving a car in Mumbai?

In order to drive a car in Mumbai, you must have the following documents: Registration Certificate (RC) of your vehicle, Car Insurance Policy, Vehicle Documents Checklist, PUC Certificate, Car Insurance Certificate, Driving License and Pollution Under Control Certificate.

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Disclaimer: The information mentioned on this page is sourced from government websites and other platforms on the internet. They are subject to change depending on government notifications.