The government is preparing to take strict steps to control the increasing air pollution and poisonous smog in Delhi. To control pollution from November 1 'No PUC, no fuel' The policy has been announced to be implemented. Under this rule, vehicles which do not have a valid Pollution Control Certificate (PUC) can be refused petrol and diesel at petrol pumps. Apart from this, challan action can also be taken against those driving vehicles without valid PUC. Along with this, it has also been said that entry of non-BS6 vehicles will be banned in Delhi from November 1. In such a situation, it is important for those driving in Delhi to check the validity of their vehicle's documents and pollution certificate beforehand. However, it is important to see the official notification of the government to know on which vehicles and under what conditions the restrictions will be applicable.
How to check PUC of your vehicle sitting at home
To avoid hassle at the petrol pump, vehicle owners can check the validity of their pollution certificate online. For this, the official transport portal of the Government of India can be used.
First of all Parivahan official website Go to. Find PUC related option in online services there. After this, enter the vehicle registration number and other required information, like the last five digits of the chassis number. After filling the captcha, see PUC details. The validity of the certificate and other related information can be seen in the records available here.
You can also check status from mParivahan app
Vehicle owners can also check their vehicle information through the official mParivahan app. Check available pollution certificate information after adding a vehicle or opening its details in the app. If this facility or record is not available in the app, use the government portal.
How long is PUC valid?
PUC test is generally exempted for the first one year for a new vehicle. After this, the validity of the certificate is decided according to the type of vehicle and the applicable rules. In many vehicles the PUC certificate is valid for six months, while in some cases a different period may apply. Therefore, please check the last date written on your certificate.
What to do if records are not found online?
If the online record is not visible despite a recent PUC test, re-check the vehicle registration number and other details. If necessary, try again after some time and contact the PUC testing center. Keep a paper or digital copy of the certificate with you until its validity is confirmed. Vehicle owners are advised to renew the certificate before the PUC expiry date. Don't wait for the last day for this. Also, to protect personal information, use only official government websites or apps.
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