Bengaluru Traffic Fine: Motorists Get 50% Discount on Pending E-Challan Dues Till December 12

The Karnataka government has introduced a significant relief measure by offering a 50% discount on all pending traffic fines across the state. The rebate period, which runs from November 21 to December 12, gives motorists a chance to clear long-pending e-challan dues at half the original cost. The proposal was approved after the transport department highlighted the strong public participation seen during previous discount drives.

The latest discount applies to fines listed in the Bengaluru Traffic Police e-challan system as well as older violations pending with the transport department, some of which date back to 1991-92.

What Fines Are Eligible?

The Bengaluru Traffic Police confirmed that the 50% discount covers:

All e-challan fines listed in the police department's digital system

Pending traffic fines with the transport department from 1991-92 to 2019-20

In the past, the government opened similar payment windows-first from July 5-11 and later from August 23-September 12-which saw heavy participation.

How to Pay Your Discounted Traffic Fines

Vehicle owners can clear dues through multiple online and offline platforms:

• Online Platforms
• Astra App
• KSPS App
• Karnataka One Website
• UPI Payment Options

Steps to Pay Online:

• Visit the Karnataka One website.
• Enter your mobile number to receive an OTP.
• Verify the OTP and enter your vehicle registration number.
• View the list of pending violations.
• Select the violations you want to pay (full or partial selection allowed).
• Complete payment via UPI or other available methods.
• Offline Options
• Karnataka One centres across the state

These multiple payment routes are designed to ensure convenience without requiring citizens to queue at traffic offices.

Earlier this year, the government opened short rebate windows in July and again in August-September, both of which saw a massive turnout from residents eager to clear their dues. With this new round, authorities expect another surge in payments, particularly from Bengalureans who have accumulated multiple fines over the years.

This discount scheme is part of the state's larger effort to improve traffic rule compliance and streamline enforcement. By reducing the financial burden, authorities hope more motorists will clear their outstanding challans, easing the backlog and helping officers focus on real-time traffic management. The rebate period is also expected to reduce crowding at enforcement offices and bring long-pending cases to a close.

With the December 12 deadline approaching, the initiative offers a timely opportunity for vehicle owners to settle dues while the rebate is still in effect. The government believes this measure will contribute to better driving practices, reduced violations, and a more orderly traffic environment in Bengaluru and across Karnataka.