How to get a Pollution Under Control Certificate?

A Pollution Under Control Certificate (PUC) is an official document issued by the government after the thorough verification of the vehicle’s emission levels. As per the Motor Vehicle Act, like a motor insurance policy, registration certificate, and driving license, a PUC certificate is now mandatory to carry while driving.

Application Procedure

The procedure to obtain a PUC certificate is as under.

• If the vehicle is new then the motor dealer will arrange for the PUC certificate.

• For the renewal, you will have to take the vehicle to any authorized petrol pump or authorized emission centers.

• They will scan the ejection pipe to check for the emission rate.

• A certificate will be issued to you after you pay the fees.

Track Status

Follow the below steps to check the application status of PUC certificate.

• Visit E-Vahan website.

• Click on 'Application Status'.

• Enter the application ID.

• Click on 'View Application Details'.

Search for PUC Certificate

Follow the below steps to search for PUC certificate.

• Visit E-vahan website.

• Enter Registration Number, Chassis Number (Last 5 Character) and verification code.

• Click on PUC details.

• Click on Print to save the PUC certificate.

PUC Fees

Normally for checking pollution, you need to pay a sum of INR 60 - INR 100.

Validity

The validity pollution certificate is for six months after which a new certificate would be required.