Vehicle owners in Delhi will get an opportunity to seek settlement of eligible pending traffic challans at the National Lok Adalat on October 25, 2026. The event will be conducted across the capital's district court complexes by the Delhi State Legal Services Authority and Delhi Traffic Police.
The settlement window will cover eligible challans issued up to June 30, 2026. Under the stated rules, a vehicle owner can settle a maximum of 7 challans. A magistrate may reduce the payable amount substantially or waive it completely, depending on the case and applicable process.
The event was originally scheduled for October 10, but the date was later moved to October 25. Proceedings at the 7 main court complexes will run from morning 10:00 to afternoon 4:00.
Token required for entry
Visitors cannot enter the court premises for this process without an online slip or token. A token is also required before a challan can be taken up for settlement. The appointment and challan-download facility is scheduled to become available on October 19, 2026.
Vehicle owners can reserve a slot through the Delhi Traffic Police Lok Adalat portal. The process requires the vehicle number and the captcha shown on the portal. An OTP will be sent to the mobile number registered with the vehicle's registration certificate.
After OTP verification, the portal will show pending challans or court notices linked to the vehicle. Applicants can then select a convenient court complex and an available time period. The listed complexes include Tis Hazari, Saket, Rohini, Dwarka and Patiala House.
Applicants must review the information, accept the required checkbox and submit the request. The token can then be printed or saved as a PDF. It records the allotted court number and the details of the magistrate handling the matter.
Documents to carry
Those attending the hearing should keep the downloaded token or slip with them. They should also carry the original traffic challan or a copy of the notice, the vehicle registration certificate, driving licence and pollution certificate.
An Aadhaar card or another government-issued identity document should also be kept available. These documents are listed for the visit and should be carried along with the appointment token.
Limited slots and eligibility
The token system has been introduced to manage attendance at the court complexes. Slots are limited and are described as available on a first-come, first-served basis. Vehicle owners with multiple pending challans are advised in the source material to try booking when the portal opens on October 19.
The settlement opportunity applies to eligible traffic challans issued by June 30, 2026, and the stated limit is 7 challans for each vehicle owner. The final treatment of an eligible challan will be decided through the Lok Adalat process, where the magistrate may reduce or waive the amount.
Conclusion
Delhi vehicle owners with eligible pending challans can seek settlement at the National Lok Adalat on October 25, 2026, but they must secure an online token and carry the required documents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. When will the National Lok Adalat take place in Delhi?
It will be held on October 25, 2026.
Q. Which challans can be considered?
Eligible traffic challans issued up to June 30, 2026, can be considered under the stated process.
Q. How many challans can 1 vehicle owner settle?
A vehicle owner can settle a maximum of 7 challans.
Q. Is an online token necessary?
Yes. Entry and challan settlement require an online slip or token.
Q. When will appointment booking begin?
The appointment and challan-download facility is scheduled to open on October 19, 2026.
Q. What happens after entering the vehicle details?
After OTP verification, pending challans or court notices linked to the vehicle will appear on the portal.
Q. Which documents should visitors carry?
They should carry the token or slip, challan or notice copy, registration certificate, driving licence, pollution certificate and government identity proof.
Q. What are the event timings?
Proceedings are scheduled from morning 10:00 to afternoon 4:00.
