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Traffic Challans for Transport Vehicles: Fines for Overloading, Lack of Permit, and Other Commercial Violations

Saumya SrivastavaNov 28, 2025

Traffic challans for transport vehicles are widely used in India to ensure that any violations by commercial vehicles result in challans and substantial fines. For example, there is a base fine of 20,000 for the overloading of a goods vehicle. The fines constitute a substantial portion of the RTO challan on heavy vehicles as per the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988.

You can avoid high fines by becoming familiar with the fines and challans associated with transport vehicles. Make sure you keep the carrying load within the limit and carry a valid permit with an insurance certificate. Read this blog further to know about the list of fines, how to prevent violations in India, and so on.

Contents

List of Commercial Violations and Fines in India
What are the Fines for Overloading Transport Vehicles?
What are the Consequences of Lack of a Valid Vehicle Permit?
Bottom Line
Frequently Asked Questions

List of Commercial Violations and Fines in India

The list of fines for commercial transport vehicle violations is outlined in the table below. Such fines vary from state to state and are revised through the Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act.

Violations	Previous Fine Charged	Updated Fine
Driving without insurance	₹1,000	₹2,000 and/or 3 months in jail
Drinking and driving	₹1,000 - ₹1,500	₹10,000 and/or 6 months jail
No pollution certificate	₹1,000	₹10,000 and/or 6 months jail
Driving without a helmet	₹100 - ₹500	₹1,000 and/or 3 months licence suspension
Driving without a licence	₹500	₹5,000 and/or 3 months jail
Driving without wearing a seatbelt	₹100	₹1,000
Signal jumping	₹500	₹5,000
Over speeding	₹500	₹5,000
Using a phone while driving	₹500	₹5,000
Obstructing emergency vehicles	₹1,000	₹10,000
Triple riding	₹100	₹1,000
Dangerous driving	₹500	₹5,000

If your vehicle is registered in Uttar Pradesh, pay these fines conveniently through the e-challan UP portal. This portal enables quick access to challan check, payment, and the generation of digital receipts for RTO challans.

What are the Fines for Overloading Transport Vehicles?

The Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act 2019 charges a base fine of ₹20,000 for overloading transport vehicles. There are also other penalties charged.

Let us find out the penalties applicable for overloaded vehicles:

Base Fine: ₹20,000
Additional Charged Fine: ₹2,000 for extra tonnes of weight
Total Fine Charged: Base Fine + (₹2,000*extra tones of weight)
Suspension of License: Results in the disqualification of the driver's licence for 3 months
Variations across States: State governments adjust the compounding fee. For instance, many states have considerably reduced the compound fee to ₹10,000 plus ₹1,500 per tonne.

What are the Consequences of Lack of a Valid Vehicle Permit?

Every commercial vehicle in India has to acquire a valid permit granted to it by the Regional Transport Authority (RTA) to operate effectively. No motor vehicle should be driven without a valid license, as it is an offence under Section 66 of the Motor Vehicles Act.

Fines applicable for driving without a valid vehicle permit: ₹10,000 and/or imprisonment for up to 6 months.
For repeated violations, state authorities can suspend the registration of your vehicle.

Permit types include State Permit, National Permit, Contract Carriage Permit, and Good Carriage Permit. Vehicle owners must ensure on-time permit renewal and carry a digital copy of the permit while driving. Failure to renew can result in a challan for transport vehicles.

On the ACKO website, you can check the status of your e challan immediately to avoid being caught with the commercial vehicles with unexpected fines. A fast online check helps you stay informed about any fines and also makes sure that your car remains covered and legal. You can visit ACKO to keep it informed and make a stress-free drive.

Bottom Line

When dealing with challans for transport vehicles, ensure compliance with commercial vehicle challan rules, maintain valid permits, and avoid overloading to avoid hefty vehicle fines. Goods carrier violation penalties are not only monetary but also include license suspension for a prolonged period and vehicle seizure. Stay updated about RTO challans to ensure smooth operations and a hassle-free driving experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the fine for driving a commercial vehicle without a valid permit?

If you are driving a commercial vehicle without a valid permit, the fine is ₹10,000 and/or imprisonment for up to 6 months.

How to check whether my transport vehicle has a challan?

To check whether your transport vehicle has a challan, visit the official challan site and enter your vehicle number.

Can the overloading of a transport vehicle cause the vehicle to seize?

Yes, state authorities can seize your vehicle if it is overloaded with excess goods.

What are the valid documents every commercial vehicle should carry while driving?

The valid documents mandatory for every commercial vehicle to carry while driving include the driving licence, Emission Test Certificate, Tax paid receipt, registration certificate, and insurance certificate.