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New Traffic Rules in Kolkata: List of Rules and Fines for Violations in Kolkata

Team AckoMar 8, 2024

Kolkata is the capital city of West Bengal and one of the culturally rich destinations of India. Hence, it attracts tourists from all over the country and the world. The result of it is an increased number of vehicles, bustling streets and an increase in traffic violations. To address that, the authorities implemented new traffic rules and updated fines. Read on as we provide vital information related to Kolkata traffic fines, rules and violations.

Contents

Updated List of Traffic Violations and Fines in Kolkata
New Traffic Rules in Kolkata
- Traffic rules for four-wheeler drivers in Kolkata
- Traffic rules for two-wheeler riders in Kolkata
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Updated List of Traffic Violations and Fines in Kolkata

If you drive or ride a vehicle in Kolkata, abiding by the traffic rules and regulations is a must for your and others’ safety. Failing to follow these rules can result in hefty Kolkata traffic fines. With an ever-increasing number of vehicles in the city, traffic violations also keep increasing day by day. To put a brake on that, the authorities introduced The Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act 2019 on September 1, 2019.

The new traffic rules and regulations also came into effect in Kolkata. One of the highlights of that act is the increase in fines for traffic offences and the introduction of new rules and violations. The move comes in as a measure to discourage traffic violations; hence, the penalty amounts have gone up.

You can refer to the following table for the updated traffic fines in Kolkata and the city's new traffic rules and violations.

Traffic violation	Vehicle type	Penalty (in Rs.)
Driving/riding a vehicle without Driving Licence (DL)	All vehicles	5,000
Driving/riding a vehicle without registration	All vehicles	5,000 (10,000 for repeat offence)
Driving/riding an uninsured vehicle	All vehicles	2,000 (4,000 for repeat offence)
Driving a vehicle at excessive speed	Two-wheeler/three-wheeler/LMV	1,000 (2,000 for repeat offence)
Driving a vehicle at excessive speed	Bus/MGV/HGV	2,000 (4,000 for repeat offence)
Driving a vehicle dangerously	All vehicles	5,000 (10,000 for repeat offence)
Driving a vehicle without wearing a seatbelt	Four-wheeler	1,000
Riding without wearing a helmet	Two-wheeler	1,000
Driving a vehicle in a physically/mentally unfit state	All vehicles	1,000 (2,000 for repeat offence)
Racing in public place without permission from relevant authority	All vehicles	5,000 (10,000 for repeat offence)
Driving a vehicle with a disqualified status	All vehicles	10,000
Usage of mobile phone/ear phone when driving a vehicle	All vehicles	5,000 (10,000 for repeat offence)
Honking in a silent zone	All vehicles	1,000 (2,000 for repeat offence)
Allowing a person to drive a vehicle without DL	All vehicles	5,000
Driving a vehicle without Fitness Certificate	Transport/goods vehicles	10,000
Driving a vehicle without valid permit	All vehicles	10,000
Presumption of unfitness to drive (If the driver/rider refuses for a breath/blood test and punishable under 185 MVA)	All vehicles	500 (1,500)
Driving a vehicle without a valid PUC certificate	All vehicles	2,000
Vehicle not fitted with a horn or fitted with a harsh sounding horn	All vehicles	500 (1,500 for repeat offence)
Violation of traffic signal rules	All vehicles	500 (1,500 for repeat offence)
U-turn related violations	All vehicles	500 (1,500 for repeat offence)
Not obeying orders from authorities	All vehicles	2,000
Changing lanes without signal	All vehicles	500 (1,500 for repeat offence)
Violation related to road safety control, noise and air pollution	All vehicles	10,000
Violations related to stop line	All vehicles	500 (1,500 for repeat offence)
Riding in footpath	Two-wheeler	500 (1,500 for repeat offence)
Usage of dazzling light in a vehicle	All vehicles	500 (1,500 for repeat offence)
Juvenil driving a vehicle	All vehicles	5,000
Dangerous overtaking	All vehicles	500 (1,500 for repeat offence)
Vehicle with defective number plate	All vehicles	500 (1,500 for repeat offence)

New Traffic Rules in Kolkata

Traffic rules in Kolkata are curated to make roads safer for everyone and ensure smooth traffic movement around the city. Violating these rules will result in traffic fines in Kolkata and also put other road users in danger. To curb such offences, the authorities have taken necessary measures such as introducing new traffic rules and violations and increasing traffic fines.

The following sections will throw light on the important traffic rules in Kolkata for vehicle owners/drivers.

Traffic rules for four-wheeler drivers in Kolkata

Overspeeding can be dangerous as it can lead to severe road accidents resulting in fatalities. Hence, never drive beyond the particular road’s speed limit.
Seatbelts are essential safety equipment in a car, and they are meant to save your life in the event of an accident. That’s the reason why wearing a seatbelt is mandatory. Ignoring this traffic rule can result in hefty challans.
To drive a four-wheeler in Kolkata or across the country, you need to hold a valid Driving Licence. Only drive a vehicle if you are qualified and hold relevant documents (DL). Driving without a licence can attract harsh penalties.
Vehicular pollution (noise and air pollution) is rising with an increase in the number of vehicles. To legally drive your car or any other vehicle on the road, it should comply with the respective pollution norms. You will have to face penalties if your vehicle violates such pollution norms.
Ensure that you always carry all the documents, including vehicle and driver-related documents, when you drive the vehicle. You should be able to produce those documents if the authorities wish to see them during an inspection. Failing to do so will result in a traffic challan.

Traffic rules for two-wheeler riders in Kolkata

A helmet is the most basic safety equipment for a two-wheeler rider/pillion rider. Ensure that you always wear a helmet while riding a two-wheeler. Flouting this rule compromises your safety and also results in traffic fines.
Overspeeding, road racing and riding aggressively/dangerously are some of the common causes of two-wheeler accidents. Doing so also means violating the traffic rule, which results in harsh penalties.
Riding your two-wheeler in an inebriated state can cause severe accidents and put other road users' lives in danger. So, never ride under the influence of alcohol or any other intoxicating substances. This particular traffic offence attracts hefty fines and harsh punishment.
Riding an overloaded two-wheeler hampers control over the vehicle and can lead to accidents. Never ride a two-wheeler with more than two people, including the rider. Ignoring this rule is a serious offence and can attract traffic fines in Kolkata.
Have all the documents (vehicle and driver-related) handy while riding a two-wheeler in Kolkata. If the authorities stop your vehicle for a general inspection, you should be able to produce the required documents. Failure to do that can result in traffic fines.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are some of the most commonly asked questions and their answers related to Kolkata traffic fines, rules and violations.

How can I find out if there are any traffic fines against my vehicle in Kolkata?

To check traffic fines in Kolkata, you can visit Parivahan's e-Challan platform or the Kolkata Traffic Police website. You can also download the ACKO mobile application to check traffic challan details in Kolkata.

Will I be charged with a traffic fine in Kolkata for not wearing a seatbelt when travelling in the front passenger seat of a car?

Yes, the vehicle owner will face a penalty if the front passenger does not wear the seatbelt when the vehicle is on the move.

How to pay the traffic fine online in Kolkata?

You can log on to the Kolkata Traffic Police website or the e-Challan portal to clear the pending traffic fines against your vehicle. You can make the payment through the available digital payment options.

What is the fine for driving a vehicle at an excessive speed in Kolkata?

Riding/driving a two-wheeler, three-wheeler and LMV at excessive speeds in Kolkata can result in a fine of Rs. 1,000 (2,000 for repeat offence). Driving a bus, HGV and MGV at excessive speed can attract a penalty of Rs. 2,000 (4,000 for repeat offence) in Kolkata.

Why should I carry all the documents while driving a vehicle in Kolkata?

You should be able to produce the relevant documents when the authorities ask for them during an inspection. Hence, you should carry all vehicle and driver-related documents while driving a vehicle in Kolkata.

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Disclaimer: The information mentioned on this page is sourced from government websites and other platforms on the internet. They are subject to change depending on government notifications.