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Karnataka Traffic Fines & Rules: List of Traffic Fines & Rules in Karnataka

Team AckoMar 28, 2025

Karnataka is the eighth-largest state in India in terms of population and has the fifth-largest economy in the country. The state’s diverse industries, landscape, and culture attract people from all over the world. More people lead to more vehicles, and this has, unfortunately, resulted in an increase in traffic violations. The state authorities have introduced updated rules and regulations to curb violations related to traffic. Read on to learn all about the traffic fines Karnataka and other details related to it.

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Contents

Updated List of Traffic Violations and Fines in Karnataka
Latest Traffic Violations & Penalties In Karnataka:
New Traffic Rules in Karnataka
- Traffic rules for four-wheeler drivers in Karnataka
- Traffic rules for two-wheeler riders in Karnataka
How to Check E-challan in Karnataka?
- Through ACKO Mobile App
- Through ACKO Website
How to Pay E-challan Online in Karnataka?
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Updated List of Traffic Violations and Fines in Karnataka

All vehicle owners and drivers in Karnataka need to follow traffic rules and regulations laid out by authorities. The rules are framed for the safety of all road users and the smooth movement of traffic across the state. But with the increase in the number of vehicles, the traffic violations have also gone up. With an overwhelming number of vehicles, it is turning out to be a challenging task to monitor such violations.

The Indian government passed an amendment to The Motor Vehicles Act to control the situation. The amendment resulted in an increase in traffic fines and the introduction of new rules and regulations. The same rules came into effect in Karnataka. But the fines for some of the offences have been revised. However, penalties for severe offences remained as per the new rule.

Latest Traffic Violations & Penalties In Karnataka:

Here is a list of traffic fines in the Karnataka. Please note that these fines have been effective from 1st March 2025.

Type of Offence	Old Fine	New Fine
Driving under the influence of alcohol	Rs.1000-1500	Rs.10,000 and/or 6 months imprisonment
Riding without helmet	Rs.100	Rs.1000 and scrapping of licence for 3 months
Driving without seat belts	Rs.100	Rs.1000
Using a mobile phone while driving	Rs.500	Rs.5000
Driving without a valid driving licence	Rs.500	Rs.5000
Triple riding	Rs.100	Rs.1000
Driving without valid insurance	Rs.200-400	Rs.2000-4000
Driving without a valid PUC	Rs.1000	Rs.10,000 and/or 6 months or imprisonment or community service
Dangerous driving	Rs.500	Rs.5000
Obstructing ways for emergency vehicles	Rs.1000	Rs.10,000
Overspeeding	Rs.500	Rs.5000
Any traffic violation made by a minor	Rs.2500	Rs.25,000 and 3 years of imprisonment, cancellation of vehicle registration for 1 year, and being ineligible for getting a driving licence until 25 years of age
Signal jumping	Rs.500	Rs.5000

New Traffic Rules in Karnataka

The new amendment to The Motor Vehicles Act brought a host of updates, including increased traffic fines and new rules and violations. This new set of rules and regulations was enacted on September 1, 2019 and will be applicable in all regions of Karnataka, including Mysore, Hubli, Belagavi, and other places. The following sections highlight the updated traffic rules for four-wheeler and two-wheeler users in Karnataka.

Traffic rules for four-wheeler drivers in Karnataka

Always wear a seatbelt while driving a car or any four-wheeler. Fastening the seatbelt is crucial, as it can save you from severe injuries in the event of an accident. Flouting this rule can result in seat belt fines in Karnataka..

Do not drive over the speed limit. Aggressive or high-speed driving can cause accidents and also result in fatalities. Hence, you should always stay within the speed limit of a particular road. Disregarding this rule may result in harsh penalties.

Never use mobile phones while driving. It is one of the biggest causes of road accidents. Using mobile phones while driving can cause distraction, leading to accidents. Ignoring this rule can attract traffic fines in Karnataka.

Always follow lane discipline while driving. Never change lanes abruptly, indicate before changing lanes, and do not drive in a zig-zag pattern as it may cause accidents. Flouting this rule can result in vehicle fines in Karnataka.

Drive a vehicle only if you are qualified and hold a relevant licence.

Traffic rules for two-wheeler riders in Karnataka

Always wear proper headgear (helmet) while riding a two-wheeler in Karnataka. It can save you from head injuries in the event of a crash. Disregarding this rule can result in helmet fines in Karnataka.

Do not ride your two-wheeler in an aggressive manner or recklessly. It can put your and other road users’ lives at risk. Doing so can also attract hefty traffic penalties.

Never ride your two-wheeler with more than one passenger (pillion). Overloaded two-wheelers can lead to accidents. Flouting this rule can result in a traffic challan in Karnataka.

Do not use mobile phones or any other hand-held or hands-free devices while riding a two-wheeler. It can cause distraction and may lead to accidents. Ignoring this rule can result in traffic fines.

Always carry all the mandatory documents, including driver and vehicle-related documents. You should be able to produce those documents if the authorities demand them during an inspection. Failure to produce those documents can attract traffic challans. For instance, if you fail to produce the insurance document, you may face driving without insurance fine in Karnataka.

How to Check E-challan in Karnataka?

If you are found violating traffic rules, then an e-challan will be issued on your name. To check the status of e challan Karnataka, here is what you need to do:

Through ACKO Mobile App

To check e challan status in Karnataka, listed below are the steps you need to follow:

Click here to download the ACKO app from Google Play Store or App Store
Log in using your registered mobile number or email ID
Go to ‘Discover’ section and click on ‘Pay Traffic challans’
Enter your vehicle registration number before hitting the search button
The next step will take you to an overview of all your challans - both pending and paid

Through ACKO Website

You can also check the e-challan status in Karnataka through ACKO’s website; here’s how:

Locate the ‘Check Challan’ button at the top of the screen. Alternatively, you can also click on the floating challan widget on the screen
Next, enter your vehicle registration number
Click on ‘check your pending challan’ and get to know the status of your challan both pending and paid

How to Pay E-challan Online in Karnataka?

To pay for e-challan online in Karnataka, listed below are the steps you need to follow:

Go to the Parivahan website
Click on ‘check online’ services
Enter the vehicle registration number; then you will be able to view challan details
Proceed with payment of challan
Once the payment is successful, you will receive a confirmation receipt on your registered mobile number

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are a few common questions and their answers related to traffic fines in Karnataka.

What is the drink and drive fine in Karnataka?

The drink and drive fine in Karnataka can go up to Rs. 10000 and imprisonment for 6 months.

What is the without helmet fine in karnataka?

If you are found riding a vehicle without wearing a helmet, then you will be fined up to Rs. 500.

What is triple ride fine in Karnataka?

The fine for triple riding in Karnataka is Rs. 500.

How do I check traffic fines in Karnataka?

You can visit Parivahan’sE-challan portal to check for any pending traffic fines against your vehicle in Karnataka. You can enter the vehicle number to see if there are any outstanding challans. Alternatively, you can also download the ACKO app and check the status of your pending traffic fines in Karnataka.

Do pillion riders also need to wear a helmet in Karnataka?

Pillion riders also need to wear helmets while riding a two-wheeler.

What is the penalty for driving a four-wheeler without DL in Karnataka?

The traffic fine for driving a four-wheeler without a valid DL stands at Rs. 2,000.

How to pay traffic fines in Karnataka?

You can visit the e-challan Parivahanwebsite and input your vehicle or challan number to verify the traffic fine. Once verified, you can go ahead with any of the available online payment methods to complete the transaction.

Do I need to carry the Registration Certificate (RC) of my car while driving in Karnataka?

The RC is one of the mandatory documents that you should hold while driving a vehicle in Karnataka. If you fail to produce that document during an inspection, you may face a traffic challan.

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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.