Traffic Challan Fine List Pakistan – December 2025 Update
Helmet, License, Number Plate & Overspeeding Rates
Traffic enforcement across Pakistan tightened significantly in 2025 with the nationwide expansion of Safe City camera networks and stricter manual checking by traffic police. Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Peshawar, and other major cities are now issuing thousands of daily e-challans — mainly for:
- Not wearing helmets
- Driving without a valid license
- Overspeeding
- Illegal or fancy number plates
Below is the officially updated fine list (December 2025) based on current enforcement by:
- Punjab Traffic Police / PSCA
- Islamabad Traffic Police (ITP)
- Sindh Police (Karachi)
- National Highways & Motorway Police
Complete Updated Challan Fine List – Pakistan (Dec 2025)
| Traffic Violation | Punjab | Islamabad (ITP) | Sindh (Karachi) | Motorway |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helmet Violation | Rs. 2,000 | Rs. 2,000 | Rs. 1,000 – 1,500 | Helmet mandatory – bikes denied entry |
| Driving Without License | Rs. 2,000 – 5,000 | Rs. 3,000 | Rs. 1,500 – 3,000 | Rs. 5,000 |
| Illegal / Fancy Number Plate | Rs. 2,000 – 5,000 | Rs. 2,000 | Rs. 1,500 | — |
| Overspeeding (Cars / Jeep) | Rs. 2,000 – 2,500 | Rs. 2,000 – 2,500 | Rs. 1,500 – 2,000 | Rs. 2,500 |
| Overspeeding (Motorcycle) | Rs. 1,000 – 1,500 | — | Rs. 800 – 1,500 | — |
| Red-Light Violation | Rs. 2,000 – 5,000 | Rs. 2,000 – 5,000 | Rs. 2,000 – 5,000 | — |
| Wrong Lane / One-Way | Rs. 1,000 | Rs. 1,000 – 2,000 | Rs. 1,000 | — |
| Seat Belt Violation | Rs. 1,000 – 1,500 | Rs. 1,000 – 1,500 | Rs. 1,000 – 1,500 | Rs. 1,500 |
| Mobile Phone While Driving | Rs. 2,000 – 3,000 | Rs. 2,000 – 3,000 | Rs. 2,000 – 3,000 | Rs. 3,000 |
| Pillion Rider Without Helmet | Rs. 1,000 – 2,000 | Rs. 1,000 – 2,000 | Varies | — |
| Illegal Parking | Rs. 500 – 1,000 | Rs. 500 – 1,000 | Rs. 300 – 1,000 | — |
Helmet Challan in Pakistan – 2025
Helmet violations remain the highest source of daily e-challans.
Official fines:
- Punjab: Rs. 2,000
- Islamabad: Rs. 2,000
- Karachi (Sindh): Rs. 1,000 – 1,500
- Motorway: Helmet compulsory — motorcycles denied entry without helmet
Important update (Punjab):
- Police may issue a warning only for first-time manual stops.
- Camera e-challans cannot be waived. Helmets not detected = instant challan.
Driving Without License – 2025 Penalties
Driving without a valid or updated license (including expired licenses) is now a major priority violation nationwide.
Fines:
- Punjab: Rs. 2,000 – 5,000
- Islamabad: Rs. 3,000
- Sindh: Rs. 1,500 – 3,000
- Motorway Police: Rs. 5,000
Repeat offenders may face:
- Database blocking
- Vehicle detention on the motorway
- License issuance delays
Illegal / Fancy Number Plate Challan – 2025
Strict ANPR enforcement means unreadable plates are immediately flagged.
Fine rates:
- Punjab: Rs. 2,000 – 5,000
- Islamabad: Rs. 2,000
- Sindh (Karachi): Rs. 1,500
Challan issued if:
- Fancy fonts used
- Plate damaged / broken
- Plate tinted or bent
- Numbers misaligned or unreadable
Warning:
Vehicles with unresolved number-plate challans may face Excise system blocks on transfers and renewals.
Overspeeding Fines – 2025
Cars / Jeep
- Punjab: Rs. 2,000 – 2,500
- Islamabad: Rs. 2,000 – 2,500
- Sindh: Rs. 1,500 – 2,000
- Motorway: Rs. 2,500
Motorcycles
- Punjab: Rs. 1,000 – 1,500
- Sindh: Rs. 800 – 1,500
Heavy Vehicles
- Motorway: Rs. 5,000
- Punjab HTV: Rs. 3,000 – 5,000
Overspeeding is detected purely through cameras — no physical stop required.
Red-Light Violation – 2025
Captured by multi-angle Safe City cameras.
Fine (all provinces): Rs. 2,000 – 5,000
Each challan includes:
- Timestamp
- Location
- Plate identification
- Multiple photo proofs
Wrong Lane / One-Way Violations
- Punjab: Rs. 1,000
- Islamabad: Rs. 1,000 – 2,000
- Karachi: Rs. 1,000
Frequent hotspot violations: commercial zones & narrow city streets.
Seat Belt Challan – 2025
- All cities: Rs. 1,000 – 1,500
- Motorway: Rs. 1,500
Camera detection now includes front-seat passengers in boarded enforcement areas.
Mobile Phone While Driving – 2025
- City enforcement: Rs. 2,000 – 3,000
- Motorway: Rs. 3,000
Both body-cams and fixed AI cameras detect this violation.
Bike Pillion Helmet Rule
- Punjab & Islamabad: Rs. 1,000 – 2,000 per rider
Both people must wear helmets.
One helmet on two riders still counts as a violation.
Illegal Parking Fines
- Punjab: Rs. 500 – 1,000
- Islamabad: Rs. 500 – 1,000
- Karachi: Rs. 300 – 1,000
Issued via:
- Mobile enforcement cameras
- Drone surveillance (Karachi)
- Manual traffic wardens
Motorway Challan Examples – 2025
| Offense | Fine |
|---|---|
| Overspeeding | Rs. 2,500 |
| Dangerous driving | Rs. 5,000 |
| No seat belt | Rs. 1,500 |
| No driving license | Rs. 5,000 |
| Overloading | Rs. 3,000 – 10,000 |
| Wrong overtaking | Rs. 1,000 – 2,500 |
Camera E-Challan vs Manual Challan
Camera Challans
- Instant automatic issuance
- SMS to registered owner
- Appears on provincial portals
- Photo evidence attached
- Cannot be waived or warned
Manual Challans
- Officer discretion
- Punjab allows first-time helmet warnings only on roadside stops
- Used for document verification & awareness checks
Why Fines Are Rising in 2025
Authorities increased penalties due to:
- Rising bike accident fatalities
- Rampant fake/fancy number plates
- Helmet negligence
- Underage riding
- Rapid Safe City network expansion
- Nationwide road safety reforms
Conclusion – Traffic Challan Fine List Pakistan 2025
Pakistan’s December 2025 fine structure reflects a major policy shift toward technology-driven traffic enforcement. With automated cameras now active in nearly all large cities:
- Helmet compliance
- License verification
- Speed control
- Standard number plate use
are being enforced more strictly than ever before.
Drivers and riders who understand these updated fines—and follow the rules—can avoid penalties, protect their records, and help make Pakistan’s roads safer.
