Now running without PUC will cost heavily, new rates are applicable, know how much you will have to pay, otherwise a big challan may be issued.

PUC New Rates 2026: With the increase in air pollution in the country, PUC i.e. Pollution Under Control Certificate has become even more important for vehicle owners. In such a situation, if the PUC certificate of your vehicle has expired then this news is important for you because new and updated PUC rates have been issued by the government for different vehicles, information about which every driver should know.

Know how much PUC fee will have to be paid for which vehicle?

If we look at the new rates, it decides the fees for PUC test for different categories of vehicles.

This simply means that if you drive a bike, scooter, car or SUV, then you will have to get the PUC done as per the fixed rates.

Why is PUC certificate necessary?

PUC certificate is necessary for every driver which is not just a paper but also an indication of the fitness of your vehicle. PUC tells whether the smoke coming out of your vehicle is within the prescribed standards or not. If a vehicle’s emissions levels are high, it could be a sign of engine failure or high fuel consumption. Regarding this, experts say that RCO should get PUC test done from time to time, this keeps the mileage of the vehicle better and the performance of the engine also remains good for a long time.

If caught without PUC, the consequences may be heavy.

According to the traffic rules, it is mandatory to have a valid PUC certificate. In such a situation, if a driver is caught without PUC, a heavy challan can be issued by the traffic police. In many states this fine has reached thousands of rupees. Along with this, vehicle owners are being advised to get the test done only from authorized PUC centers so that they can avoid being charged extra money.

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Do your responsibility in reducing pollution

In this new rule, experts say that not only the government but also the common people should take responsibility to stop the increasing pollution. For this, timely inspection of the vehicle and proper maintenance will not only save the environment but will also put less burden on your pocket.