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Traffic Fines & RTO Rules

Know the latest official penalties under the Motor Vehicles Act. Don't get overcharged.

Driving without Helmet

₹1,000
Section 194D

💡 What to do:Always wear an ISI marked helmet. Fine can also include disqualification of license for 3 months.

Driving without License

₹5,000
Section 181

💡 What to do:Always carry a physical or digital (DigiLocker/mParivahan) copy of your valid Driving License.

Drunk Driving

₹10,000 and/or 6 months prison
Section 185

💡 What to do:Never drink and drive. Repeat offense fine is ₹15,000 and/or 2 years prison.

Driving without Seatbelt

₹1,000
Section 194B

💡 What to do:Ensure both driver and front passenger are wearing seatbelts.

Overspeeding

₹1,000 to ₹2,000
Section 183

💡 What to do:Light motor vehicles: ₹1,000-₹2,000. Medium/Heavy passenger vehicles: ₹2,000-₹4,000.

Driving without Insurance

₹2,000 and/or 3 months prison
Section 196

💡 What to do:Always carry valid third-party insurance at minimum.

Using Mobile Phone while Driving

₹1,000 to ₹5,000
Section 184

💡 What to do:Using a phone for navigation is allowed if mounted properly, but texting/calling is punishable.

Driving without valid PUC Certificate

₹10,000
Section 190(2)

💡 What to do:Ensure your Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate is renewed regularly.

Jumping Red Light

₹1,000 to ₹5,000
Section 184

💡 What to do:Follow traffic signals. License can be suspended for repeat offenses.

Not giving way to Emergency Vehicles

₹10,000
Section 194E

💡 What to do:Always pull over to the left to let Ambulances and Fire Engines pass.