Friends, if you drive a two-wheeler, four-wheeler or any type of fuel vehicle, then you must be aware of the pollution certificate. Every vehicle owner is required to follow many rules that come under the traffic rules, one of them is very important to have a valid Pollution Control (PUC) certificate. If you are driving without it, you may have to pay a heavy fine. Let's know about it
Why is a pollution certificate necessary?
A PUC certificate confirms that your vehicle's emissions are within the acceptable limits set by law.
Driving without a valid pollution certificate can attract a fine of up to ₹ 10,000.
This is not just a legal requirement—it is a step towards a clean and healthy environment.
Validity and where to get it
The pollution certificate is valid for 1 year.
You can get it from any authorised PUC centre in your area.
Cost of one year pollution certificate
Petrol cars: ₹110
Diesel cars: ₹140
Two-wheelers (bikes/scooters): ₹80
Pro tip:
To avoid fines and contribute towards reducing air pollution, make sure to renew your PUC certificate before it expires.
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