PSCA E-Challan Fines 2025 – Updated Traffic Offences & Penalties in Punjab
The Punjab Safe Cities Authority (PSCA) has modernized traffic enforcement across major cities including Lahore, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Multan, Sialkot, and Gujranwala through an advanced AI-powered e-challan system. With high-definition surveillance cameras, automated monitoring software, and digital recordkeeping, traffic violations are now detected and penalized with complete transparency.
The shift from manual challans to fully digital enforcement has reduced corruption, increased accuracy, and strengthened public safety. Every recorded violation generates an electronic fine sent directly to the vehicle owner, while real-time verification is available through the official PSCA e-challan portal.
What is the PSCA E-Challan System?
The PSCA e-challan system is a camera-based automated traffic enforcement mechanism that identifies violations using:
- AI-assisted cameras
- Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR)
- Real-time monitoring
- Digital evidence recording
Violations like speeding, red-signal jumping, wrong-way driving, illegal parking, and helmet violations are detected instantly. The challan is then digitally assigned to the vehicle and uploaded to the PSCA database.
Updated PSCA E-Challan Fines & Penalties for 2025
Below is an easy-to-understand breakdown of the most important traffic offences and the latest penalty structure across Punjab.
Common Traffic Violations & Fines
| Traffic Offence | Motorcycle | Car/Jeep | Commercial Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driving Without Helmet | 2000 | – | – |
| Signal Violation | 200 | 500 | 1000 |
| Exceeding Speed Limit | 200 | 500 | 750 |
| Wrong-Way Driving | 2000 | 2000 | 2000 |
| Illegal Parking | 2000 | 2000 | 2000 |
| Using Mobile While Driving | 200 | 500 | – |
| No Seatbelt | – | 500 | 750 |
| Driving Without License | 200 | 2000 | 2000 |
| Excessive Smoke Emission | 2000 | 2000 | 2000 |
| Pillion Riding (More Than Two Persons) | 300 | – | 1000 |
These fines are defined under the Motor Vehicle Ordinance (MVO) and Motor Vehicle Rules (MVR), ensuring strict legal enforcement backed by the Punjab government.
Legal Authority Behind PSCA Enforcement
The PSCA operates under full legal authority granted by:
- Motor Vehicle Ordinance (MVO)
- Motor Vehicle Rules (MVR)
- Lahore High Court W.P. No. 227807/2018
The Lahore High Court has ordered stricter penalties for high-risk violations such as:
- Wrong-side driving
- No-license driving
- Helmet violations
- Illegal parking
These upgraded penalties are now integrated into the PSCA digital system across Punjab.
Types of Violations PSCA Monitors
PSCA categorizes traffic offences into two major groups:
1. Moving Violations
Committed while the vehicle is in motion:
- Speeding
- Red-signal crossing
- Mobile usage
- Reckless driving
- Wrong-lane and wrong-way driving
2. Non-Moving Violations
Committed when the vehicle is stationary:
- Illegal parking
- Blocking zebra crossings
- Parking in restricted or hazardous zones
- Missing documents
PSCA cameras capture both types automatically, ensuring no violation goes unnoticed.
How PSCA Calculates Your Fine Amount
Fine value depends on:
Vehicle Type
- Motorcycle
- Private vehicle
- Commercial vehicle
Violation Severity
- Minor violation → small fine
- Serious violation → high fine
- Repeat violation → heavier penalty or licence suspension
Why You Should Pay Your E-Challan on Time
Ignoring or delaying your challan can lead to serious consequences:
- Vehicle blacklisting
- Blocked token tax renewal
- Blocked ownership transfer
- Additional fines
- Court summons for repeated offences
Paying your challan early helps avoid legal problems and shows responsible driving behavior.
Purpose of PSCA’s Digital Traffic Enforcement
PSCA’s e-challan system aims to:
- Reduce road accidents
- Boost traffic discipline
- Eliminate bribery and manual errors
- Improve traffic flow
- Ensure safe road usage for all citizens
Through this technology-driven transformation, Punjab has become a leader in digital traffic enforcement.
Conclusion
The PSCA E-Challan system represents a modern and transparent approach to traffic law enforcement in Punjab. With AI-backed cameras monitoring roads 24/7, every violation is recorded accurately and processed automatically.
To stay safe and avoid fines, always:
✔ Wear a helmet
✔ Fasten your seatbelt
✔ Follow signals
✔ Avoid speeding
✔ Do not use your mobile while driving
Safe driving protects you, your family, and everyone on the road.
