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PUC Certificate
The Pollution Under Control certificate shows your vehicle's emissions are within legal limits. Every motor vehicle on the road must carry a valid one.
Official fees
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Emission test fee | Set by each state, usually ₹50 to ₹200 |
To confirm Some figures are from secondary sources. Confirm on the official portal before paying.
Documents to keep ready
Tick what you already have. The shared list shows each one as ready or pending.
How to apply
- Take your vehicle to an authorised PUC centre, often at petrol pumps
- The operator tests the exhaust and enters results on the national PUC system
- Pay the state fixed fee
- Get the certificate with a unique number and QR code
- Download or check it anytime on puc.parivahan.gov.in
By state
This fee is set by each state, so it differs. Each row shows whether we matched it to the official government site.
| State | Fee | Time | Where to apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 2W ₹80, car (petrol/CNG) ₹110, diesel ₹140Checked on official site Source | Same day | transport.delhi.gov.inRevised Nov 2024, first hike in 13 years |
| Maharashtra | 2W ₹60, car (petrol/CNG/LPG) ₹150, diesel ₹180To confirm Source | Same day | transport.maharashtra.gov.inRevised Aug 2026; official rate PDF not machine readable |
| West Bengal | Not published onlineTo confirm Source | Same day | transport.wb.gov.inCheck the rate board at the centre in Kolkata; state site did not load |
| Tamil Nadu | Not published onlineTo confirm Source | Same day | tnsta.gov.inCheck the rate board at the centre in Chennai; no official order found |
| Karnataka | 2W ₹80, car (petrol/LPG/CNG) ₹150, diesel ₹200To confirm Source | Same day | transport.karnataka.gov.inRevised Aug 2026; auto ₹80 |
| Telangana | 2W ₹50, car (petrol) ₹75, diesel ₹100To confirm Source | Same day | transport.telangana.gov.inRevised June 2023; petrol 3W ₹60 |
| Gujarat | 2W ₹50, car (petrol/CNG/LPG) ₹130, diesel ₹150To confirm Source | Same day | cot.gujarat.gov.inRevised Dec 2025; 3W ₹60 |
Good to know
- Driving without a valid PUC can cost a fine of ₹10,000 under Section 190(2) of the Motor Vehicles Act (as amended in 2019), and your licence can be suspended for 3 months.
- Many states and insurers need a valid PUC to renew insurance or do RTO work.
- Check any certificate on puc.parivahan.gov.in. Certificates not found there may be fake.
- A July 2026 central draft proposes longer validity for BS VI vehicles. It is not final yet.
Common questions
Does a new vehicle need a PUC?
A new vehicle is covered for 1 year from registration. After that you need a PUC test at an authorised centre.
How do I download my PUC certificate?
Go to puc.parivahan.gov.in, enter your vehicle number and the last 5 characters of the chassis number, and download it.
What is the fine for not having a PUC?
Up to ₹10,000 under the Motor Vehicles Act, 2019 amendment, and possible licence suspension. Local amounts may vary with state compounding rules.
Sources: puc.parivahan.gov.in ddnews.gov.in punekarnews.in (secondary) indiatvnews.com (secondary) telanganatoday.com (secondary)
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