Vehicle owners across Punjab have been given 30 days to obtain valid vehicle fitness certificates.
The Punjab Provincial Transport Authority has announced a deadline before enforcement begins across the province.
Vehicle owners have been advised to complete the required certification process as soon as possible.
Authorities will begin taking legal action against vehicles without valid Fitness Certificates from October 15, 2026.
Vehicle Owners Asked to Visit PVICS Centres
The transport authority has directed vehicle owners to visit their nearest PVICS Centre. PVICS stands for the Provincial Vehicle Inspection and Certification System.
Owners can complete the required vehicle inspection and certification process at these centres. The authority has advised motorists not to wait until the final days before the deadline.
Completing the process early could help owners avoid enforcement action after October 15.
Legal Action to Begin From October 15
Punjab authorities have warned that enforcement will begin once the deadline ends. Vehicles operating without valid Fitness Certificates could face legal action from October 15.
The enforcement measures may include heavy fines and other penalties for vehicles without the required certification.
Owners should therefore check their certification status before the enforcement drive begins.
The announcement gives motorists time to complete inspections and meet the required vehicle standards.
What Does the Vehicle Fitness Test Check?
The PVICS certification process examines several important aspects of a vehicle. The inspection checks whether a vehicle meets required safety and roadworthiness standards.
Vehicle emissions are also assessed during the certification process.
These checks are designed to identify vehicles that may not meet required operating standards. Owners should ensure their vehicles are properly maintained before visiting a certification centre.
Any necessary maintenance can also help vehicles meet inspection requirements.
Punjab Steps Up Vehicle Safety Enforcement
The latest enforcement drive is part of Punjab’s efforts to improve road safety. Authorities are also seeking to control harmful vehicle emissions across the province.
Vehicle owners have been encouraged to obtain valid Fitness Certificates before enforcement starts. The October 15 deadline gives owners a limited period to complete the certification process.
After that date, vehicles without valid certification could face fines and other legal penalties.
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Motorists should visit their nearest PVICS Centre and complete the process before the deadline.
