Helmet and seatbelt challans are among the most common in Delhi – and among the easiest to avoid. Here’s a quick guide to the helmet challan fine, seatbelt rules and how to settle them.
Helmet Challan Fine
| Offence | Section | Penalty |
|---|---|---|
| Riding without helmet (rider or pillion) | 194D | ₹1,000 + licence disqualification up to 3 months |
| Helmet not fastened / non-standard helmet | 194D | Can be treated as no helmet |
Both the rider and pillion must wear a BIS-certified helmet that is properly fastened. Delhi’s camera systems can catch a pillion without a helmet too.
Seatbelt Challan Fine
| Offence | Section | Penalty |
|---|---|---|
| Driving or travelling without seatbelt | 194B | ₹1,000 |
| Child not secured as required | 194B | ₹1,000 |
Rear-seat passengers are also required to wear seatbelts where fitted, and enforcement of this rule has increased.
How These Challans Are Issued
- Traffic police officers using handheld e-challan devices
- ITMS and other cameras at junctions that detect riders without helmets or drivers without belts
How to Settle
- Check status on echallan.parivahan.gov.in.
- Pay online if still with police.
- If in court, settle in the Lok Adalat, Evening Court or Weekend Court.
- Wrongly issued? Contest it with photos or evidence.
About Licence Disqualification
For helmet offences, the authority may disqualify the licence for up to three months. If your licence has been affected, take legal advice on the process.
Quick Safety Tips
Buy an ISI/BIS-marked helmet, always fasten the strap, keep a spare helmet for the pillion, and buckle up before starting the car – including rear passengers. See the full traffic challan fine list.
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What is the helmet challan fine in Delhi?
₹1,000 under Section 194D, plus possible disqualification of the licence for up to 3 months.
Is helmet compulsory for pillion riders in Delhi?
Yes, both rider and pillion must wear a properly fastened, BIS-certified helmet, subject to limited legal exemptions.
What is the fine for not wearing a seatbelt?
₹1,000 under Section 194B of the Motor Vehicles Act.
