How to Check E-Challan in Punjab by Vehicle Number (2026): Step-by-Step PSCA Guide
To check your Punjab e-challan online, go to echallan.psca.gop.pk, enter your vehicle number (without spaces), and submit. Your pending challans, fine amount, violation date, and PSCA evidence will load in about 10 seconds. You can pay directly on the portal or via JazzCash, EasyPaisa, and partner banks.
If a traffic police officer waved you down last month and you’ve been wondering whether the violation actually carried a fine — or you just want to make sure your record is clean before the next crackdown — here’s exactly how to check, pay, and (if you disagree) challenge an e-challan in Punjab. The whole process takes under two minutes from your phone.
1. Open echallan.psca.gop.pk on your phone or laptop.
2. Type your vehicle number without spaces or dashes (e.g. ABC123 or BBA12A3456).
3. Click “Check Status” — your challans, amounts, and evidence load in ~10 seconds.
4. Pay online via card, JazzCash, or EasyPaisa, or download the slip and pay at any HBL or Bank Alfalah branch.
What is a Punjab e-challan?
A Punjab e-challan is an electronic traffic violation ticket issued through the Punjab Safe Cities Authority (PSCA) system. The system was launched in 2018 and went provincewide in 2026 with the addition of evidence-based SMS alerts (sent from short code 8070). Every violation captured by a PSCA camera, or manually logged by a traffic police officer using the Traffic Police One app, is now attached to your vehicle’s registration number and made visible to you online.
As of July 2026, the system is active in Lahore, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Bahawalpur, Multan, Sargodha, Sialkot, Sahiwal, and Khanewal, with other districts being added through the year. For the full list, see our complete Punjab e-challan cities list.
How do I check my e-challan online?
There are four ways to check — the PSCA web portal, the SMS service, the Traffic Police One app, and the mobile payment apps. All four work with the same data, so pick whichever is easiest for you in the moment.
- PSCA Web Portal — open echallan.psca.gop.pk, enter your vehicle number, solve the captcha, click Check Status. Works on any browser, mobile or desktop.
- SMS to 8070 — type your vehicle number and send it to 8070. Within 60 seconds you get a reply listing all pending challans and the total amount due.
- Traffic Police One App — available on iOS and Android, shows the same data plus a map of recent violations and the photo evidence.
- JazzCash / EasyPaisa / HBL Mobile — open the app, choose “Traffic Fine” or “E-Challan,” enter your vehicle number, and view + pay in one go.
What information will I see when I check?
For each pending challan, the portal shows the violation type (speeding, signal jump, no helmet, mobile use, etc.), the date and time, the location, the camera or officer ID that issued it, the fine amount, and — since the July 2026 evidence-based rollout — a photo or video clip of the violation itself. The photo evidence is the most useful new feature: if the photo clearly isn’t your car, or the violation didn’t happen, you can dispute it.
How do I pay the e-challan?
You can pay directly on the PSCA portal with a debit or credit card, or use one of these off-portal options:
- JazzCash / EasyPaisa — open the app, go to Bill Payments, choose Traffic Fine, enter vehicle number, confirm amount, pay with PIN.
- HBL Mobile / Bank Alfalah Mobile / Allied Bank Mobile — same flow under the Government Payments menu.
- Bank branch (HBL, Bank Alfalah, Allied, Faysal, MCB) — take your printed challan slip or just your CNIC to any branch and pay over the counter.
- Traffic Police One App — for first-time helmet violations, the app lets you pay and clear the record in under a minute.
Most payments settle within 5-10 minutes, and the challan is removed from your record automatically. The SMS confirmation arrives from 8070 once the system is updated.
What happens if I don’t pay?
Unpaid challans escalate. The Punjab Traffic Police started a province-wide defaulter crackdown from July 1, 2026 — see the evidence-based challan system rollout for the full timeline. In practice, here’s what to expect:
- Within 30 days of issuance — a reminder SMS from 8070.
- After 30 days — the fine is doubled, and the system flags the vehicle for stop-and-pay on the next roadside check.
- After 90 days — the case is referred to the relevant court under Section 112/196 of the Motor Vehicles Ordinance, where the fine can increase tenfold and the vehicle can be impounded.
How do I dispute an e-challan I think is wrong?
Since the July 2026 evidence-based system, every challan has a photo or video attached. To dispute, log in to the PSCA portal, click the dispute button next to the challan, write a short reason (max 200 words), and upload any counter-evidence — a dashcam video, a parking receipt, a witness statement. The dispute is reviewed by a traffic magistrate within 14 days. If the dispute succeeds, the challan is removed and the fine refunded. If it fails, the original fine stands but the 30-day late penalty clock resets from the dispute decision date.
Frequently asked questions
What is the official Punjab e-challan check website?
The official portal is echallan.psca.gop.pk, run by the Punjab Safe Cities Authority. Avoid third-party “challan check” sites that ask for your CNIC or card details — they are not affiliated with PSCA.
Do I need a CNIC to check my e-challan?
No. The PSCA portal only asks for your vehicle number. The CNIC is required only at the payment stage if you want to keep a digital record linked to your profile.
How long does it take for a new challan to appear online?
Most camera-based challans appear within 2-4 hours. Manually-issued challans (via the Traffic Police One app) appear within 10-15 minutes.
Can I check e-challan for a vehicle I just sold?
Yes — until the transfer is registered with the Excise Department, the challans still attach to the vehicle number. If you sold recently, complete the vehicle transfer at your local Excise office to detach yourself from future violations.
Is there a way to get an SMS alert for every new challan?
Yes. Log in to the PSCA portal, register your mobile number and CNIC under “Profile,” and tick “SMS alerts.” You will receive an SMS from 8070 within minutes of any new violation being logged.
What if I lost my vehicle number and don’t know the challan details?
Check the front and back of your vehicle registration book (the Smart Card or paper book). If you lost both, take your CNIC to any Excise Department office and ask for a vehicle record printout — it will show the registration number plus any open challans.
Can I pay challans for someone else’s vehicle?
Yes, but only the registered owner can dispute a challan. To pay for someone else’s car, you only need the vehicle number and the fine amount.
What happens if I pay twice by mistake?
The PSCA system auto-refunds duplicate payments within 21 days. The refund goes back to the original payment method. If you don’t see the refund after 30 days, call the PSCA helpline on 042-111-111-456.
Are e-challan fines the same across all of Punjab?
Most fines are uniform under the Punjab Motor Vehicles Bill 2026, but specific fine ranges differ by violation type. For a complete fine table, see the Punjab evidence-based challan system guide.
Can I check Sindh or Islamabad e-challans on the same portal?
No. Sindh uses the Sindh Police e-challan portal, and Islamabad uses the ICT Police portal. Each province has its own system, and the fines are different.
Does the first-time helmet violation warning still apply?
Yes — first-time helmet violations in Punjab still receive a warning challan (no fine) under the December 2025 update. The second violation triggers the full Rs 2,000 fine.
How do I get a printable receipt after paying?
After successful payment, the PSCA portal generates a PDF receipt with a unique transaction ID. You can also request a copy via the SMS service by replying “RECEIPT” to the confirmation message.
