Official Verified Guidelines
Telangana
Traffic Rules
The complete handbook for driving in Telangana. Understand local challans, speed limits, required documents, and RTO regulations before you hit the road.
25
Total Challans
6
Driving Rules
120 km/h
Max Speed
2026-07-10
Last Updated
State Overview
Challan Directory
| Violation | Description | Fine Amount |
|---|---|---|
Riding without helmet Sec. 129/177 | Riding two-wheeler without a certified helmet | ₹200 |
Triple riding Sec. 128/177, 184 | Riding a two-wheeler with more than two persons | ₹1,200 |
Seat belt not worn Sec. 138(3)/177 | Driving four-wheeler without wearing a seatbelt | ₹1,000 |
Signal jumping Sec. 184 | Jumping active red traffic signal | ₹1,000 |
Wrong-side driving Sec. 119/177 | Driving on the wrong side of the road | ₹1,100 |
Using mobile phone while driving Sec. 184 | Using handheld mobile device while driving | Court case / Dangerous driving |
Overspeeding (LMV) Sec. 183 | Exceeding prescribed speed limits | ₹1,000 |
Overspeeding (MMV) Sec. 183 | Exceeding prescribed speed limits | ₹2,000 |
Driving without Driving Licence Sec. 3/181 | Driving without a valid driving licence | ₹500 |
Driving without Registration Certificate (RC) Sec. 39/192 | Driving without a valid Registration Certificate (RC) | ₹2,000 |
Driving without Insurance Sec. 146/196 | Driving without valid vehicle insurance | ₹1,000 |
Driving without PUC Certificate Sec. 190(2) | Driving without a valid PUC certificate | ₹1,000 |
Dangerous driving Sec. 184 | Driving in a dangerous or reckless manner | Court / Higher penalty |
Drunk driving Sec. 185 | Driving under the influence of alcohol | Court (fine and/or imprisonment) |
Stop line violation Sec. 177 | Stopping the vehicle beyond the designated stop line | ₹200 |
Lane violation Sec. 177 | Driving outside of the designated lane | ₹200 |
No-entry violation Sec. 199/177 | Entering a restricted or no-entry road | ₹200 |
Disobeying traffic police Sec. 132 | Disobeying the directions of a traffic police officer | ₹200 |
Irregular number plate Rule 80(a) | Driving with a defective or irregular number plate | ₹200 |
Non-stopping on police signal Sec. 177 | Jumping active red traffic signal | ₹200 |
Carrying passengers dangerously Rule 36(vii)/177 | Driving in a dangerous or reckless manner | ₹200 |
Overloading goods vehicle Rule 422(i) | Carrying load in excess of the permissible limits | ₹200 |
Carrying hazardous goods improperly Rule 422(ii) | Penalty for carrying hazardous goods improperly | ₹200 |
Unauthorized person driving vehicle Sec. 180 | Penalty for unauthorized person driving vehicle | ₹1,000 |
Unauthorized interference with vehicle Sec. 198 | Penalty for unauthorized interference with vehicle | ₹100 (RTA) |
Driving Rules
Always wear an ISI-certified helmet in Telangana.
Seat belt is mandatory for driver and front passenger.
Do not use a mobile phone while driving on Telangana roads.
Obey all traffic signals and do not cross the stop line.
Follow specific state highway speed limits.
Keep your mobile number and email updated on the VAHAN portal for WhatsApp e-challan alerts.
Speed Limits
City Roads
40-60 km/h
State Highways
80 km/h
National Highways
100 km/h
Expressways
120 km/h
Commercial Vehicles
60-80 km/h
Two Wheelers
50-60 km/h
* Note: These are general maximum speed limits for Telangana. Localized speed limits may apply (e.g., school zones max 25 km/h).
Required Documents
Telangana Driving Licence
Registration Certificate (RC)
Insurance Certificate
State-approved Pollution Under Control (PUC)
Traffic Signs
Mandatory Signs
Must be followed (e.g. Stop, No Entry)
Warning Signs
Alerts for upcoming hazards (e.g. Narrow Road)
Information Signs
Guides for locations and services (e.g. Hospital)
Prohibition Signs
Strictly prohibited actions (e.g. No Parking)
Government Notifications
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Rules updated according to recent MV Act compliance guidelines for Telangana.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, under the IT Act 2000 and MVA 1988, digital documents stored in DigiLocker or mParivahan are legally valid and must be accepted by the traffic police in Telangana.
If an e-challan remains unpaid for more than 60 days, it may be forwarded to the Virtual Court. Repeated offenses can result in vehicle impoundment or license suspension.
Yes, wearing an ISI-marked helmet is mandatory for both the rider and the pillion passenger on two-wheelers.
You can check for pending challans via the official Parivahan eChallan portal or the state traffic police website by entering your vehicle registration number.
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