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Bengaluru Traffic Rules and Fines 2025

31 Jul 2025
Key highlights
  • 1
    Bengaluru issued over 20 lakh challans in just 4 months of 2025
  • 2
    AI-powered cameras now monitor red light jumps, lane breaks, and overspeeding
  • 3
    Drunk driving and signal jumping now attract fines up to ₹10,000
Outline

Bengaluru traffic rules have tightened significantly in 2025 with stricter implementation of regulations, AI-powered surveillance systems that work invisibly around the clock and heavier penalties that apply across the city. From Koramangala to Whitefield, all signals, lanes, and U-turns are now under strict digital observation.

 

As per the latest reports, BTP has issued more than 20 lakh traffic challans between January and April 2025, and the highest number of traffic fines were issued for helmet violations, wrong parking, and mobile phone use. Repeat offenders have now been put under electronic surveillance, and fines for offenses such as drunk driving and overspeeding have been revised substantially. In this blog, we are going to discuss the updated Bengaluru traffic rules and fines in 2025, including the latest Bengaluru traffic fines and the process of checking and paying Bengaluru challans online. 

 

What’s Changed in 2025?

 

With the 2025 update, there have been a few changes in the Bengaluru traffic fine rates of the Motor Vehicle Act in 2019:

 

  • Not having a valid number plate is a punishable offence
  • Key traffic zones are equipped with AI-backed cameras
  • Repeat offender can get their licence suspended
  • Non-compliance with seatbelt norms can invite a fine of ₹500

 

Key Traffic Rules in Bengaluru

 

Here are some important Bengaluru traffic rules that you must follow in 2025 to stay on the right side of the law: 

 

Vehicle and Document Rules

 

  • It is compulsory to have a valid car insurance, PUC certificate and Registration certificate.
  • Unauthorised modification of vehicles or vehicles with heavily tinted windows can result in a fine.
  • A fine of ₹5000 is applicable for not having a valid driving licence.
  • Driving while intoxicated has no on-spot fines but involves court fines and potential imprisonment.

 

Two-wheelers

 

  • Both the rider and pillion need to wear a helmet
  • The helmet needs to be certified by ISI
  • Triple riding is a punishable offence and can invite a fine of ₹1000

 

Four-wheelers

 

  • It is mandatory for both the driver and rear seat passenger to have seatbelts throughout the drive. Non-compliance can attract a fine of ₹500
  • Parking in a no-parking zone is penalised with a fine of ₹1000
  • Fines for using mobiles while driving can range from ₹1000-₹5000
  • Maintaining lane discipline and stopping behind the zebra crossing is mandatory.

 

Common Offences

 

  • The fine for jumping a signal has been increased to ₹5000
  • Over-speeding is a punishable offence with a fine of ₹5000
  • Not giving way to emergency vehicles is fined up to ₹10,000

 

Fines and Penalties

 

Bengaluru traffic fines have been increased and repeat offenses can even add additional penalties and possible jail time. Here’s an overview: 

 

OffenceFine Additional Penalty
Using a mobile while driving

₹5000 (first time)

 

₹10,000 (repeat offence)

 

Riding without a helmet

₹500

 

₹1500
Seatbelt violation

₹1000

 

 

₹2000 (repeat offence), licence seizure

 

Rash driving

₹1000 (LMV)

₹2000 ( heavy vehicle)

₹2000 (for LVM on repeat offence), ₹4000 (for heavy vehicle on repeat offence)

 

Dangerous driving

₹5000

 

₹10,000 fine with

Potential imprisonment if repeated with 3 years

No valid driving licence₹5000Possible licence suspension
No valid insurance₹2000 (first offence)₹4000 for repeat offenders
Driving under the influenceCourt fine

Potential imprisonment up to 6 months, for a repeat offender, fine of ₹15000, with jail time of 2 years

 

No valid RC₹5000₹10,000 (repeated offence)
Signal jumping

₹5000

 

Potential community service or court appearance
Overloading

₹20,000

 

Potential imprisonment for a repeat offender.
Minor driving

₹25,000

 

Licence cancellation and can only obtain a driving licence after the age of 25 years of age. Potential imprisonment of 3 years
Obstructing an emergency vehicle

₹10,000

 

Potential community service
Parking in a no-parking zone

₹1000

 

Towing possible
Triple riding

₹1000

 

₹2000 (repeat offence)

 

Honking in a silent zone

₹500 (two-wheelers)

₹1000 (four-wheelers)

 

 

Potential community service
Not following the stop line

₹1000

 

 
Driving regardless of a driver's disqualification

₹10,000

 

Potential community service
Non-compliance with one-way rules

₹500

 

 
No valid PUC

₹10,000

 

Potential imprisonment up to 6 months and community service
Misbehaving with the traffic authorities₹2000Potential community service
Not having a valid number plate₹500 

 

The above rates are the revised Bengaluru traffic fines as per the 2025 update.

 

Enforcement and E-Challan System

 

Bengaluru traffic rules enforcement has witnessed greater efficiency with high-resolution cameras equipped with AI-driven systems at major junctions like Hebbal, KR Puram, and Silk Board. This technologically advanced setup helps to track violations and accidents in real-time.

 

  • The signals are equipped with Red Light Violation Detection cameras.
  • The city uses Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) systems.
  • In case of any violations, the system sends SMS notifications to the offenders, and the e-challan is generated.

 

You can easily check Bengaluru challan status online.

 

How to Pay or Contest Traffic Fines?

 

To Check and Pay Online:

 

With enhanced technology in place, you can check and pay your e-challan online:

 

  • Go to the official Parivahan website.
  • Go to the Online Service tab.
  • Enter the requested details, and the fines will be displayed.
  • Subsequently, you can also visit portals like Cars24 and the Karnataka transport department website.
  • You can use your preferred method to make the payment.
  • For offline payment, you can visit Bengaluru One Centre and traffic stations.

 

To Contest a Challan:

 

In case of a faulty challan generation, you can contest it:

 

  • Firstly, get all the evidence you have, like dashcam footage and time-stamped footage.
  • If possible, ask for CCTV footage.
  • File an official complaint on the Bengaluru traffic police portal under the Public Grievance Redressal section.

 

Safe Driving Tips for 2025

 

Being a good driver doesn’t just include following the Bengaluru traffic rules, but exhibiting overall responsible behaviour on the road: 

 

  • Be a responsible driver and don’t drive when intoxicated.
  • Adhere to the stop signal lines diligently.
  • Refrain from overtaking.
  • Drive in the designated lanes.
  • Maintain optimal speeds to enhance fuel economy and avoid automatic fines.
  • Do not use a mobile phone even when stationary at a red light.
  • Do not overload your car and wear seatbelts at all times.
  • Ensure that you have all the valid papers and that all of them are updated.

 

Conclusion

 

The updated Bengaluru traffic rules in 2025 are not all about hefty fines, they are about making the roads safer and smarter. Whether it is the use of AI-powered surveillance or increased fines on repeat offenders, the current priority is on prevention and not punishment. Not only do you avoid getting challans by being updated and adhering to the latest Bengaluru traffic fines, but you also help in creating a healthier driving culture in the city. Whether you are on a road trip through Indiranagar or commuting to Silk Board, it is important to obey the traffic rules, track your challan status and drive safely.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q. What will happen if I fail to pay my e-challan?
Q. Can I be fined for parking on internal roads?
Q. What is the speed limit for driving inside the city?
Q. Can I be fined if the seatbelt sensor is not working?
Q. Is having a working meter in a taxi mandatory in Bengaluru?
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