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How ANPR Cameras and CCTV Systems Issue Challans Automatically?

Saumya SrivastavaNov 10, 2025

Have you ever wondered how traffic cameras automatically detect violations and issue challans within minutes? The answer lies in the Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) system, a cutting-edge technology that uses artificial intelligence and advanced cameras to automatically detect traffic rule violations. In India, the ANPR challan system works well with the traffic rule enforcement system to detect vehicle registration numbers from CCTV surveillance footage.

Between July 2024 and July 2025, AI cameras have issued approximately ₹470 crore worth of e-challans on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway. In cities such as Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Gurugram, the challan system has led to reduced signal jumping, disciplined lane changes, and lower accident rates.

Let’s understand how ANPR cameras and CCTV systems work together to automatically issue challans, and how you can check and manage your e-challan online.

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How do ANPR Cameras and CCTV Systems Work Together to Issue Challans?
How to Check the e-Challan Status Online?
Bottom Line
Frequently Asked Questions

How do ANPR Cameras and CCTV Systems Work Together to Issue Challans?

Let’s take a look at the process of challan issuance through ANPR cameras and the CCTV system:

Automatic Detection : ANPR systems use high-resolution cameras to automatically detect and capture vehicle number plates clearly in real time for faster identification.
Identification of Violation : Integration of CCTV systems helps in detecting traffic offences such as speeding, skipping a red light, and illegal parking. Detection of these offences is possible using signal and motion sensors.
Verification of Data : The ANPR system further verifies the number plate against the Sarathi and VAHAN databases to obtain accurate vehicle and owner details.
Challan Generation : After confirmation of the violation, an e-challan is generated automatically, which includes a photo and a video as proof of the violation. Make sure to go for challan check to have an idea about the total fine you need to pay.
Notification Issuance to Owner : An SMS or email is sent out to vehicle owners along with the challan number, details of the violation, and a secured link for payment.

Stay safe from future challans by keeping your insurance, registration, and PUC up to date. Quickly check your insurance status anytime on the ACKO platform and stay legally compliant on the road.

How to Check the e-Challan Status Online?

Follow the methods below to check your ANPR challan status online by vehicle number.

Challan Check through the ACKO Mobile App

Step 1: Open the ACKO app downloaded from the App Store or Google Play Store.
Step 2: Log in to the account using your valid email ID and registered mobile number.
Step 3: Visit the home screen section of the app, and locate the section titled "Check and pay pending challans”.
Step 4: Before clicking on the ‘Search’ button, provide your vehicle registration number.
Completing this step will display you an overview section of all your pending as well as paid challans.

Challan Check through the ACKO Website

Step 1: Go to the top section of the ACKO page and locate the option "check your challans”.
Step 2: Enter your state, registration number of your vehicle, and the required captcha to view your e-challan.
Step 3: Proceed to check by vehicle number and then view your ANPR challan status online.
Regardless of where you are from in India, you can avail this service. For example, if you are from UP, checking UP challan status is easy with ACKO, as outlined above.

Challan Check through Parivahan Portal

Step 1: Go to the official portal of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH).
Step 2: Provide your challan number, driving license number, and vehicle number.
Step 3: Complete your captcha verification, then proceed to view your pending challans with payment history.

Bottom Line

Both the CCTV challan process and the ANPR challan system mark a significant step towards digitally efficient traffic management in India. Advancement of these technologies promotes fair transparency, minimises corruption, and improves road safety.

Do not forget to download the ACKO app today to check your challan status regularly and be legally compliant while driving on the road by getting an insurance policy as per your need and budget!

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the ANPR challan system do?

The ANPR challan system has cameras equipped with Automatic Number Plate Recognition technology. This camera helps capture vehicle numbers and automatically issue challans through databases such as VAHAN and Sarathi, ensuring transparent enforcement of traffic rules.

What violations are ANPR and CCTV systems capable of detecting?

Both ANPR and CCTV systems can detect lane changes, speed limit violations, illegal parking, and seat belt violations. Some cities also consider this system for tracking vehicles with pending challans and expired insurance.

How can I check and pay an automated e-challan?

To pay an automated e-challan, you can download the ACKO app and easily navigate to the payments section. You can also visit the Parivahan official portal, enter your vehicle number, verify your violation, and complete the online payment.

Can I file a dispute against the ANPR challan issued in error?

Yes, if your challan is incorrect, you can raise a dispute on the Parivahan official portal and provide all valid documents, such as images and dashcam footage, as proof.

How can vehicle owners avoid challan penalties?

By setting renewal reminders for digital insurance and policy updates, and by providing easy access to vehicle-related documents, vehicle owners can avoid challan penalties. This is crucial, especially for expired insurance.