Two news reports from 2026 list Punjab traffic fines, and they do not agree on every amount. For example, a signal violation by a car driver is Rs. 3,000 in a May report and Rs. 5,000 in an August report.
Last checked: 4 November 2026, against two news reports
Editorial note: SignTest.pk is an independent information site and is not affiliated with Punjab Traffic Police or any government department. This page summarises news reports and is not an official fine schedule. We could not find an official schedule to check them against, so treat the amounts as unconfirmed and check the amount on your challan or with Punjab Traffic Police.
Where the reports disagree
The Aaj News report of 14 May 2026 and the Gari.pk report of 13 August 2026 give different amounts for the same violation. We cannot tell whether the rate changed again between the two dates or whether one report is wrong. We therefore show each report’s figures separately instead of merging them into one table.
Fines reported by Aaj News (14 May 2026)
Aaj News reported that Punjab cut several traffic fines and expanded the e-challan system to commercial vehicles from the day of the report. The amounts it lists:
| Violation | Fine reported |
|---|---|
| Various motorcycle violations | Rs. 1,000 |
| Riding a motorcycle without a licence | Rs. 2,000 |
| Lane-line violation, vehicles above 2,000cc | Rs. 2,000 |
| Signal violation, car drivers | Rs. 3,000 |
| Commercial vehicle without a valid licence | Rs. 5,000 |
| Excessive smoke, motorcycles and rickshaws | Rs. 2,000 |
| Emission violations, commercial vehicles | Rs. 5,000 |
| Helmet and one-way violations | Unchanged at Rs. 2,000 |
The report says commercial vehicles begin receiving e-challans and that the “One App” system was updated to match the revised fines. It does not give the earlier amounts and does not name an official who announced the changes.
Fines reported by Gari.pk (13 August 2026)
Gari.pk published a Pakistan-wide overview and attributed its Punjab figures to Punjab Traffic Police’s published penalty schedule:
| Violation | Fine reported |
|---|---|
| Signal violation, motorcycles | Rs. 2,000 |
| Signal violation, cars | Rs. 5,000 |
| Riding a two-wheeler without a crash helmet | Rs. 2,000 |
| Handheld phone use while driving | Rs. 2,000 to Rs. 15,000, depending on vehicle category |
| Parking-related violations | Rs. 2,000 to Rs. 15,000, depending on vehicle category |
The report gives amounts only for Punjab and states no effective dates.
What no report states
- A complete, official schedule of Punjab fines
- The earlier amounts that the May report says were cut
- When each amount took effect
- Fines for seat belts, speeding and lane discipline, which the August report mentions without amounts
What to do
- Check any challan you receive with our e-challan check guide, and pay only through the official channel named on the challan.
- Carry a valid licence. If you need one, read how to apply for a driving licence in Pakistan and estimate the cost with our Punjab driving licence fee calculator.
- Practise road signs with our free car driving licence test or motorcycle licence signs test.
Punjab traffic fines FAQs
What is the fine for jumping a red light in Punjab?
The two reports disagree for cars: Rs. 3,000 in the May report and Rs. 5,000 in the August report. For motorcycles, the August report gives Rs. 2,000. Check the official amount.
What is the fine for riding without a helmet?
Both reports put it at Rs. 2,000. The May report lists it as unchanged.
What is the fine for riding without a licence?
The May report gives Rs. 2,000 for a motorcycle and Rs. 5,000 for a commercial vehicle. The August report gives no licence fine.
Are there e-challans for commercial vehicles?
The May report says commercial vehicles began receiving e-challans from the date of the report.