Pollution Under Control (PUC) Certificate

Check PUC Expiry Date by States

What is a Pollution Under Control Certificate or PUCC?

A Pollution Under Control Certificate or PUCC is a document that confirms your vehicle's emissions are within prescribed government limits. Your vehicle must pass the PUC test done at authorised PUC testing centres and petrol pumps to obtain this certificate. To find the nearest PUC testing centre, you can visit the official Parivahan portal.

What is the Validity of a PUC Certificate for a Vehicle?

If you have purchased a new vehicle, the PUC certificate is valid for one year. After one year, you must renew the certificate every six months. The PUCC is valid for six months for older vehicles, as they emit more pollutants due to engine wear and tear. The validity of a pollution certificate for vehicles with BS IV and BS VI emission norms is one year. And, electric vehicles are exempt from having a PUC certificate.

How to Check PUCC Validity Online via PB Wheels?

You can check the validity of your PUC certificate online through PB Wheels by following the steps given below:

• Open the PB Wheels website and go to the 'Vehicle Details' option at the top

• Click 'PUC Certificate' and enter your vehicle registration number

• Click 'Check PUCC Status' to check the Certificate number and expiry date

Why Should You Have a PUC Certificate for a Vehicle?

It is important to have a valid PUC certificate because:

• Mandatory by law: Under the Motor Vehicle Act (1988), a valid PUCC is legally necessary to drive your vehicle on Indian roads. Otherwise, you would have to pay a hefty penalty or challan. You must renew the pollution certificate before expiry to avoid challans and penalties.

• Environmental protection: A valid PUC certificate ensures your vehicle's emissions are within government-set limits. This helps reduce overall pollution and carbon footprint and create a cleaner environment.

• Insurance renewal: As per the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI), all vehicle owners must have a valid PUC certificate to renew their motor insurance or settle claims.

• Better vehicle health: To renew a PUC certificate every six months, you must have your vehicle checked for any engine or exhaust issues, including high emission levels. This helps you maintain the vehicle's health regularly.

What Does a Pollution Under Control Certificate Consist of?

The PUC certificate for your vehicle includes the following details:

• PUCC serial number
• Vehicle registration number
• Date of test
• Emission readings
• Validity of the PUC test
• Emission standards of the vehicle
• Issuing authority

How to Locate a Nearby Pollution Testing Center?

You can find the nearest PUC centre on the Parivahan website by following the steps below:

1. Open the Parivahan Sewa portal (www.parivahan.gov.in) to find a test centre

2. Click 'PUCC' under the 'Online Services' tab

3. Hit 'PUC Centre List' at the top and choose your state and nearest office from the dropdown list

4. This will show you all the active PUC centres near you, along with their centre code, authorised name, complete address, and types of vehicles checked

5. You can also download this list in a PDF format for future reference

Note: The steps here outlined on this page are accurate as of the current date and based on the existing interface of the Parivahan website.

What is the Testing Procedure for Obtaining PUCC?

To obtain the PUC certificate, you must get your vehicle tested for emissions. The testing process for the same is as follows:

1. Take your vehicle to the PUC testing centre and position it as instructed by the operator

2. The operator analyses pollutants emitted by the vehicle's exhaust using an emission-testing device

3. If the readings fall within the permissible limits, a PUCC will be generated

4. Pay the required fee and collect your certificate

Types of Emission Tests Conducted at a PUC Testing Centre

Various types of vehicle emission tests conducted at a PUC testing centre are given below:

PUC Certificate Fees

The charges for obtaining a PUC certificate vary by state and union territories. They are listed below:

Note: The prices mentioned above are subject to change in accordance with the latest government notifications. Contact the nearest PUC centre for current charges in your state. For Chandigarh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Rajasthan, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, and Andaman and Nicobar Islands, the information is verified from local authorised PUC centres.For Lakshadweep, the fees mentioned above are in accordance with the Motor Vehicles Act.

How to Download a PUC Certificate?

Once your vehicle passes the emission test, you will get a PUC certificate. For pollution certificate download, follow the steps given below:

1. Open the Parivahan website (www.parivahan.gov.in)

2. Click 'PUCC' under the 'Online Services' section provided at the top

3. Hit 'PUC Certificate' and enter your Registration Number and the last five digits of the chassis number carefully

4. Enter the security code shown in the image and click 'PUC Details' for PUC certificate download

Note: The steps outlined on this page are accurate as of the current date and based on the existing interface of the Parivahan website.

What is the Penalty for an Expired PUC?

The penalties for driving without a valid PUCC vary by state. To avoid penalties and traffic challans, you must get your vehicle's air and fuel filters replaced regularly. The penalties for different states are:

Note: The above-mentioned penalties for driving without a valid PUC are subject to change per the recent government notifications. Visit your state's transport department or check its website to know the latest charges. For Lakshadweep, the fines mentioned above are in accordance with the Motor Vehicles Act.