Overspeeding Fine in Maharastra
The state has stepped up enforcement with automated speed cameras on major routes like the Mumbai-Pune Expressway and the Atal Setu.
Overspeeding Fine Structure (2026)
The penalty amount depends on whether it is a first-time offense or a repeat violation:
| Vehicle Type | First Offense | Repeat Offense |
| Two-Wheelers / Three-Wheelers | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 – ₹2,000 |
| Light Motor Vehicles (Cars) | ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 |
| Medium Goods/Passenger Vehicles | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| Heavy Goods/Passenger Vehicles | ₹4,000 | Up to ₹6,000 |
Note: For severe cases or frequent repeat violations, the traffic police can suspend your driving license for a minimum of 3 months.
General Speed Limits in Maharashtra
While specific stretches have their own signage, the following general limits usually apply:
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Highways: 100 km/h (Cars) / 80 km/h (Two-wheelers).
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Urban Roads (Cities): 60 km/h (Cars) / 50 km/h (Two-wheelers).
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Mumbai-Pune Expressway: 100 km/h (Strictly enforced via average speed cameras).
How to Check and Pay Your Fine
You can check if you have a pending "e-challan" through the following official portals:
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Maharashtra Traffic Police Portal: mahatrafficechallan.gov.in
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Parivahan (Central Govt): [suspicious link removed]
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MahaTrafficapp: Available on Android and iOS for instant mobile checks.
Important: Fines should be paid within 60 days. If left unpaid, the challan is forwarded to a Virtual Court, which may lead to higher penalties or a court summons.
Checking and paying your e-challan in Maharashtra is a straightforward digital process. You have two main official options: the state-specific portal and the central government's Parivahan portal.
Option 1: Maharashtra Traffic Police Portal (Recommended)
This is the most direct way for state-specific violations like overspeeding on the Expressway.
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Visit the Portal: Go to mahatrafficechallan.gov.in.
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Enter Details: You can search by Challan Number or Vehicle Number.
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If using the Vehicle Number, you must also provide the last 4 digits of the Engine or Chassis Number (found on your RC).
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Verify Captcha: Enter the characters shown on the screen and click Submit.
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View & Pay: A list of pending challans will appear. Select the overspeeding challan and click the Payment icon.
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Complete Transaction: Choose your preferred method (UPI, Net Banking, or Credit/Debit Card).
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Download Receipt: Once successful, save the digital receipt for your records.
Option 2: Parivahan Portal (Central Govt)
This portal works for all traffic fines across India.
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Visit Website: Go to [suspicious link removed].
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Check Status: Click on the 'Check Online Services' tab and select 'Check Challan Status'.
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Input Data: Enter your Challan Number, Vehicle Number, or Driving License (DL) Number.
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Get Details: Enter the Captcha and click 'Get Detail'.
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Pay Now: If there is a pending fine, click the 'Pay Now' button and proceed with the online payment gateway.
Option 3: MahaTraffic Mobile App
If you want to track multiple vehicles or get instant notifications:
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Download the MahaTrafficapp (available on Play Store and App Store).
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Register with your mobile number.
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Go to 'My E-Challans' to see any active fines linked to your vehicle number.
Pro-Tip: If you believe you were wrongly fined (e.g., the photo shows a different vehicle), you can raise a Grievance directly on the Maharashtra Traffic portal or app by clicking the 'Grievance' tab before making the payment.
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