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How to Check Your E Challan Kerala?

You can verify the status of your e challan in Kerala using official government portals such as Kerala MVD, Parivahan eChallan, and Kerala Police, or through ACKO's online platform.

  1. How to Check the E challan in Kerala using ACKO?

    You can check and pay your pending Kerala police fine on ACKO in just a few simple steps:

    1. Enter your vehicle number in the view challan section 
    2. Enter your mobile number
    3. You will be redirected to ACKO’s mobile app, which lets you view your pending challans and pay them securely 

  2. How to Check the Challan Status in Kerala using the Parivahan Portal?

    If you want to verify a Kerala traffic challan online, follow these steps on the Parivahan website to make your challan check Kerala quick and simple.

    • Navigate to the e-Challan website: https://echallan.parivahan.gov.in/. 
    • Click on "Check Challan Status" or navigate to the "Online Services" section.
    • Select the option to search by vehicle registration number. You can also search by 
    • challan number or driving licence number.
    • Enter the required details, including the CAPTCHA code.
    • Click "Get Details" to view your vehicle's challan history. You may need to enter an OTP sent to your registered mobile number for verification. 
    • If there are any pending fines, they will be displayed on the screen.
  3. How to Check E Challan in Kerala Using the Kerala MVD Website?

    • Navigate to the official Kerala Police Payment Service Module.
    • Enter your Vehicle Registration Number (e.g., KL-XX-XX-XXXX)
    • Click on "Click here to view the list of Unpaid cases" to see your pending fines, or click the paid cases option to check past history. 

How to Pay Your E-Challan Online in Kerala?

Kerala e challan can be paid online through websites like Parivahan, the Kerala Police portal, and ACKO, or offline at an RTO office/traffic police station in Kerala. 

  1. How to Pay E Challan in Kerala via the Official Parivahan Portal?

    Use the digital portal of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) if you want to pay your traffic e challan in Kerala through the official government platform.

    • Visit the Portal: Go to the official Parivahan eChallan Website
    • Authenticate: Enter either your Challan Number, Vehicle Number, or Driving License (DL) Number.Note: If you use your Vehicle Number, you may also be prompted for your Chassis or Engine Number. 
    • Solve the Captcha: Type the security code correctly, then click Get Details. 
    • View and Verify: A list of pending challans will appear. Click on the violation to verify the details and view any associated CCTV or photographic evidence.
    • Make the Payment: Click Pay Now, select your preferred payment method (UPI, Net Banking, or Credit/Debit Card), and process the transaction. 
    • Download Receipt: Once the payment succeeds, download and save the transaction receipt for your records
  2. How to Pay Traffic Challan via the Official Kerala Police Portal?

    • Navigate to the official Kerala Police e-payment website at payment.keralapolice.gov.in.
    • Enter your vehicle's registration number in the "Enter Vehicle Number" field.
    • Click the "Search" or "Unpaid cases" button to view a list of your pending challans.
    • Find and select the specific challan you want to pay.
    • Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the payment process.

Benefits of Paying your Kerala Traffic Challan Online

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Manage challans with ease

You don’t need to stand in long queues to pay the Kerala traffic challan. Now, you can handle Kerala traffic fines check on your phone. Just open the ACKO app, check your challan, and pay in seconds.

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Get instant alerts

As soon as a new challan is issued in your name, you will get instant alerts on your phone. This makes it easier to clear the challans and stay compliant while driving on Indian roads. 

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Track your Kerala challan

You can track all the pending and paid challans in one place. To see which challans are pending or paid, enter your vehicle number.

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Earn rewards

Make sure to regularly check your e-challans and unlock monthly rewards for your next insurance purchase.

What is an E Challan Kerala?

E challan Kerala is an electronic fine slip issued by the Kerala Traffic Police and the Motor Vehicle Department (MVD) for violating traffic rules in the state. It substitutes the paper-based tickets and is recorded automatically when offenders are caught by police swiping machines or AI-powered CCTV cameras

Common Traffic Violations & Fine Ranges in Kerala

Here are typical offences and approximate fines; always verify via the official portal. 

OffensePrevious FineUpdated Fine / Penalty
   
Driving without insurance₹1,000₹2,000 and/or 3 months in jail
Drunk driving₹1,000 - ₹1,500₹10,000 and/or 6 months jail
No pollution certificate₹1,000₹10,000 and/or 6 months jail (first offense)
Driving without a licence₹500₹5,000 and/or 3 months jail
Driving without a helmet₹100 - ₹500₹1,000 and/or 3 months licence suspension
Driving without wearing a seatbelt₹100₹1,000
Signal jumping₹500₹5,000
Overspeeding₹500₹5,000
Obstructing emergency vehicles₹1,000₹10,000
Using a phone while driving₹500₹5,000
Triple riding₹100₹1,000
Dangerous driving₹500₹5,000

Why Clearing Your Challan or Fine Matters in Kerala

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Always follow traffic signals


Skipping signals can lead to fines and fatal accidents

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Avoid suddenly switching lanes

Staying in your lane keeps traffic in check and prevents accidents

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Drive within speed limits

Speeding risks lives and invites strict penalties by the authorities

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Don’t use your phone while driving

Distractions at the wheel can lead to serious accidents.

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Never drink and drive

Alcohol slows reflexes and endangers everyone on the road.

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Wear ISI-marked helmets

Proper safety gear protects and is required by law

Frequently asked questions on how to check and pay e-challan online in Kerala

  1. Yes, you can do vehicle fine checking on the ACKO app or website.

  2. Yes, you can do a traffic check using the vehicle registration number. 

  3. If you don't pay the fine for overspeeding in Kerala, there can be serious consequences that you should try to avoid. According to traffic laws, a police constable will likely attempt to collect the unpaid amount from your registered address. If this fails, you might receive a summon notice that orders you to appear before a court of law and explain the situation. It's essential to take action at this point, if you want to prevent possible further penalties like a drivers licence suspension for up to one year or more.

  4. You can check e challan in Kerala using Acko mobile app.

  5. In Kerala, only the Traffic Police officer has the authority to issue a challan. That means that any other police personnel, no matter how well-versed they are in traffic laws, can't legally issue a challan. This power is reserved for head constables and officers of higher rank within the Police department.

    So if you're stopped by a normal police person in Kerala and asked to pay a fine or issued with a challan, you can be sure that it's not legally binding. Only Traffic Police can legitimately check e-challans and process payment of fines.

  6. Yes, in Kerala, police can issue a challan if you are caught not wearing a helmet. The penalty for those who do not comply with this rule is Rs. 1000 plus three months suspension of their licence.

  7. An e-challan is a document that contains all the information related to a particular traffic violation. It has details on what kind of violation was made, when and where it happened, and of course the licence plate number of the vehicle involved. It also includes a photograph of the vehicle and its driver so that there is absolutely no confusion between different violations. Moreover, an e-challan will also mention information about any additional fines or penalties that may arise due to multiple traffic violations. Generally speaking, all the important data one needs for safe road travel is provided in an e-challan.

  8. You can check for AI camera fines in Kerala online through the official Kerala Police epayment portal, the Parivahan e-challan website, or ACKO.. Simply enter your vehicle number on the respective website or app and click to view unpaid cases

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