Paying a traffic challan online is quick – if you use the right website and the challan is still payable online. Here’s a safe, step-by-step guide to pay your challan online and what to do when the “Pay Now” button is missing.
Official Portals to Pay Challans
- echallan.parivahan.gov.in – national e-Challan portal (Delhi and most states)
- vcourts.gov.in – for challans in the Virtual Court
- Your state traffic police website, where applicable
Steps to Pay on Parivahan e-Challan
- Open the portal and click Pay Online.
- Enter challan number or vehicle number and captcha.
- Verify with OTP sent to your vehicle-linked mobile.
- Select pending challans and click Pay Now.
- Choose UPI, debit/credit card or net banking.
- Download and save the receipt PDF.
Steps to Pay in Virtual Court
- Open vcourts.gov.in → select Delhi → Delhi (Traffic Department).
- Search by challan, vehicle, mobile or CNR number.
- Check the proposed fine and click Pay.
- Complete the payment and save the receipt.
Stay Safe While Paying
- Only pay on websites ending in .gov.in.
- Never pay through links received on WhatsApp from unknown numbers.
- Never install an APK file sent as a “challan”.
- Don’t share OTPs with anyone claiming to be traffic police.
See: how to spot a fake e-challan SMS.
Payment Failed or Not Updated?
| Situation | What to do |
|---|---|
| Amount debited, challan pending | Wait 3–7 working days, then raise a grievance with the transaction ID |
| Double payment | Raise a refund grievance with both receipts |
| OTP not received | Update mobile in VAHAN on Parivahan |
When You Can’t Pay Online
If the challan is in a regular court, online payment is disabled. Then use the Lok Adalat, Evening Court or Weekend Court. Read the full online challan payment page.
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Get Free Challan Guidance →📞 Call +91 99712 84037Frequently Asked Questions
Can I pay traffic challan using UPI?
Yes, official portals like echallan.parivahan.gov.in and vcourts.gov.in accept UPI, cards and net banking.
Is there any extra charge for paying challan online?
Official government portals generally do not add service charges beyond normal payment gateway terms; third-party apps may add a convenience fee.
Why is there no Pay Now button on my challan?
The challan has likely been sent to a regular court. It must be settled in court, Lok Adalat or special courts.
