The Punjab Safe Cities Authority (PSCA) has transformed traffic law enforcement across major cities like Lahore, Faisalabad, Multan, and Rawalpindi by introducing the e-challan system. Leveraging smart surveillance cameras and automated monitoring, PSCA ensures that traffic violations are detected, recorded, and penalized fairly—without the need for physical police intervention.
Under this system, violators receive e-challans at their registered addresses or can check them online using PSCA E-Challan Check Online tools.
Let’s take a detailed look at the latest PSCA e challan fines and the penalties for traffic offences in Punjab.
Punjab Safe City E-Challan | Offences & Penalties Table
| Offence | Motorcycle (PKR) | Car/Jeep (PKR) | Public/Commercial Vehicle (PKR) | Legal Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exceeding Speed Limit | 200 | 500 | 750 | Schedule 9, 10, 75 – MVO |
| Overloading of Goods Vehicle | 200 | 500 | 500 | 76, 107 MVO / 224 MVR |
| Driving Without Lights (At Night) | 200 | 300 | 500 | 151, 172, 151A – MVR |
| Wrong Side Driving | 2000 | 2000 | 2000 | 78 / 112 MVO |
| Driving Without License | 200 | 2000 | 2000 | 3 MVO |
| Driving Without Helmet | 2000 | – | – | 89 MVO |
| Illegal Parking | 2000 | 2000 | 2000 | 85 / 112 MVO |
| Signal Violation (Red Light Jump) | 200 | 500 | 1000 | 82 / 112 MVO |
| Obstructing Traffic | 200 | 500 | 1000 | 85 MVO |
| Reckless / Negligent Driving | 300 | 500 | 1000 | 99 MVO |
| Lane / Zebra Crossing Violation | 200 | 300 | 500 | 223, 232 MVR |
| Unregistered Vehicle | 200 | 500 | 1000 | 23 MVO |
| Tinted or Covered Glasses | 200 | 500 | – | 160 MVR / 144 CRPC / 188 PPC |
| Using Mobile While Driving | 200 | 500 | – | – |
| No Seatbelt (Notified Roads) | 200 | 500 | 750 | 89B MVO |
| Excessive Smoke Emission | 2000 | 2000 | 2000 | 163 MVR |
| Pillion Riding (More than Two) | 300 | – | 1000 | 101A MVO |
| Driving Without Route Permit / Fitness | 200 | – | 1000 | 39, 89 MVO |
| Playing Horns in Silence Zone | 200 | 200 | 750 | 154, 252 MVR |
| Age Limit Violation | 200 | 500 | 1000 | 4 MVO |
PSCA's Legal Authority & High Court Mandate
The PSCA’s e-challan system is backed by legal authority under the Motor Vehicle Ordinance (MVO) and Motor Vehicle Rules (MVR). In W.P No. 227807/2018, the Honorable Lahore High Court issued strict orders to increase fines for violations such as:
- Driving on the wrong side
- Driving without a valid license
- Illegal parking
- No helmet while riding
These revised fines are reflected in the PSCA database and are applicable across all smart city surveillance zones.
Moving vs. Non-Moving Violations
Understanding the difference between traffic offence types is key:
- Moving Violations: Committed while the vehicle is in motion (e.g., overspeeding, signal jumping, wrong side driving).
- Non-Moving Violations: Committed when the vehicle is stationary (e.g., illegal parking, vehicle without valid papers).
PSCA’s camera-based enforcement automatically records both types using AI-enabled smart cameras installed across major intersections.
How Fine Amounts Are Determined
The e challan fines are categorized by vehicle type (motorcycle, car/jeep, commercial vehicle) and severity of violation. Repeat offences may lead to increased fines, license suspension, or vehicle impounding.
Note:
- Traffic wardens cannot accept payment on the spot.
- All fines must be paid through designated National Bank branches or online banking apps.
Why It’s Important to Pay E-Challan Fines on Time
Failure to settle your e challan in a timely manner can lead to:
- Vehicle blacklisting
- Additional legal penalties
- Delayed vehicle transfer / token renewal
- Court summons in repeat cases
Always verify and pay your PSCA e challan online to avoid complications.
Summary: Why E-Challan Enforcement Matters
The Punjab Safe Cities Authority aims to instill a culture of responsible driving through digital monitoring. By issuing e challan fines in real-time, PSCA not only ensures rule enforcement but also reduces road accidents, improves traffic flow, and promotes lawfulness.
Whether you’re in Lahore, Multan, Faisalabad, or Rawalpindi, if you’re violating a traffic law, rest assured: PSCA will catch it—and penalize it.
Stay alert. Obey the traffic rules. Check your e challan status online. Drive safe, drive smart.