Updated 2025 MV ACT Fine List: The Indian Road Rules have been implemented since July 1989 to promote orderly traffic management and enhance road safety for drivers in India. Adhering to these rules is mandatory for all road users, and violations can lead to penalties under the Motor Vehicle Act.
According to the 23/177 Motor Vehicle Act, anyone who breaks traffic rules is subject to punishment under Section 177. The government, along with traffic authorities, enforces these regulations to maintain traffic discipline and ensure public safety. Below is the updated fine list and penalties for first and second offences under the 23/177 MV Act.
2025 MV Act Fine List
The enforcement of traffic laws aims to reduce road accidents and promote safe driving practices. Offenders are penalized through challans, which serve as a lesson to comply with the laws. Below is the list of offences, sections of the law, and their corresponding fines:
| S.No | Description of Offence | Section of DWVR / CMVR / MV Act | Compounding Fee 1st Offence | Compounding Fee 2nd Offence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Red Light Jumping | 119/177 & 184 of M.V. Act | 990/- | 2070/- |
| 2 | Disobeying Traffic Rules | 119/177 | 90/- | 270/- |
| 3 | Improper and Obstructive Parking | 122/177 | 90/- | 270/- |
| 4 | Travelling on Running Board | 123(2)/177 | 90/- | 270/- |
| 5 | Triple Riding | 128/177 | 90/- | 270/- |
| 6 | Driving Without Helmet | 129/177 | 90/- | 270/- |
| 7 | Not Displaying Number Plate | 50/177 | 90/- | 270/- |
| 8 | Misbehaviour by TSR/TAXI Driver | 11.3/177, 66/192 A | Not Compoundable | |
| 9 | Overcharging by TSR/Taxi | 11.8/177, 66/192 A | Not Compoundable | |
| 10 | Refusal by TSR/Taxi | 11.9/177, 66/192 A | Not Compoundable | |
| 11 | Driving Without Lights (After Sunset) | 105/177 | 90/- | 270/- |
| 12 | Driving Without Horn | 119(1)/177 | 90/- | 270/- |
| 13 | Driving Without a Silencer | 120/190(2) | 900/- | 1800/- |
| 14 | Driving with a Defective Number Plate | 50/177 | 90/- | 270/- |
| 15 | Violation of Stop Line | 113(1)/177 | 90/- | 270/- |
| 16 | Disobeying Lawful Directions | 132/197 | Not Compoundable | Not Compoundable |
| 17 | Allowing Unauthorised Person to Drive | 5/180 | 900/- | 900/- |
| 18 | Driving by Minors | 4/181 | 450/- | 450/- |
| 19 | Driving Without Licence | 3/181 | 450/- | 450/- |
| 20 | Over Speeding (1st Offence) | 112/183(1) | 360/- | 900/- |
| 21 | Abetment for Over Speeding | 112/183(1) | 360/- | 900/- |
| 22 | Driving Dangerously | 184 | 900/- | 1800/- |
| 23 | Using Unregistered Vehicle or Displaying "Applied For" | 39/192 | 4500/- | 9000/- |
| 24 | Violation of Time Restrictions on RTVs/Cars | 115/194 | 900/- | 2700/- |
| 25 | Blowing of Pressure Horn | 119(2)/177 | 100/- | 300/- |
| 26 | Conductor Without Uniform | 23(1)/177 | 90/- | 270/- |
| 27 | Driver Without Uniform | 7/177 | 90/- | 270/- |
| 28 | Conductor Without Badge | 22(1)/177 | 90/- | 270/- |
| 29 | Carrying Passengers on Goods Vehicles | 84(2)/177,39/192 & 66/192A | 9090/- | 18180/- |
| 30 | Carrying Goods Inside Passenger Vehicles | 84(3)/177,39/192 & 66/192A | 9090/- | 18180/- |
| 31 | Use of Coloured Light on Motor Vehicle | 97(2)/177 | 90/- | 270/- |
| 32 | Smoking in the Vehicle (Passenger) | 86.1(5)/177 | 90/- | 270/- |
For details about major traffic offences, please visit the official Transport Department Government of NCT of Delhi website here.
Offences and Punishment Fine Under Motor Vehicles Act 1988
You can download the PDF list of offences and respective fines under the Motor Vehicles Act 1988 and the Central Motor Vehicles Rules 1988 using the link below. This resource provides an overview of the applicable sections and maximum punishment for various offences.
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