Maharashtra was one of the first states to implement e-challans to improve road safety standards throughout the state. You may have to pay a fine of Rs.1000 to Rs.10,000 (depending on the severity of the violation) to the Maharashtra RTO. You can pay the fine and check the status online at the state traffic website, Parivahan website or on the MahaTraffic app.
How to Pay Traffic Challan Online in Maharashtra?
Once you have the details, you have three options for paying your Maharashtra traffic police challan online: using the CARS24 platform, using the Parivahan website, or through the Maharashtra Government’s official website.
Using the Parivahan Website:
To pay your Maharashtra challan online, you can utilise the Government of India’s official e-challan website called Parivahan Sewa:
Apply Online:
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Visit the Parivahan e-challan webpage
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Enter your username and password
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Provide your challan number, vehicle number, or driving licence number
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Enter the Captcha code and click on the appropriate button
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You will see a list of e-challans; select the one you want to pay
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Details of the offence and the pending fine will be displayed
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Proceed with the payment
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After completing the challan payment, you will receive a confirmation through an SMS alert, along with the transaction ID
Using Maharashtra Government’s Online Challan Portal:
To pay your Maharashtra challan online, you have the option of using the Maharashtra e-Challan portal.
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Visit the Maharashtra e-Challan Portal
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Enter your vehicle number, fill the captcha box, and click on “submit.”
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You will receive all the information about your pending Maharashtra traffic police challan, including the amount due.
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Click on the icon next to the traffic fine for which you wish to make the payment.
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Choose your preferred payment method from the available options.
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After successfully completing the transaction, you will receive a confirmation via an SMS alert.
Paying Maharashtra Traffic e-Challan Offline
If you prefer the offline experience or don’t have access to online payment methods, you can still pay your Maharashtra police traffic challan using offline methods
1. Visit Maharashtra Traffic Police Headquarters
- Go to the Maharashtra Police Headquarters located at 6th floor, Moti Mahal, 195- Jamshedji Tata Road, Near CCI Club, opp. Samrat Hotel, Churchgate, Mumbai – 400 020. Maharashtra (India)
- Bring your Driving Licence, Address and Identity Proof, and the letter regarding the traffic violation
- Submit the fine amount in cash at the headquarters
2. Approach a Maharashtra Traffic Police Officer
- Look for a Maharashtra traffic police officer equipped with an e-challan machine
- Provide them with your vehicle details, including the registration number, challan number, and driving licence number
- Make the payment to the officer using the preferred method
3. Demand Draft
- You can send a demand draft or cheque by courier to the Maharashtra Traffic Police headquarters