E-Challan / E-FIR (UPCOP App Scheme)
Why this scheme matters now
E-Challan / E-FIR (UPCOP App Scheme) is a Civic & Security initiative targeting Uttar Pradesh. A citizen-centric digital initiative via the 'UPCOP' mobile app that allows residents to register E-FIRs, apply for character certificates, and report traffic violations directly from their smartphones Applications are routed through the official portal, so save the link for reference.
Uttar Pradesh residents should confirm the nodal office and preferred document formats before applying.
About This Scheme
A citizen-centric digital initiative via the 'UPCOP' mobile app that allows residents to register E-FIRs, apply for character certificates, and report traffic violations directly from their smartphones.
Required Documents
- ✓Aadhar Card
- ✓Mobile Number
- ✓Vehicle Details / Incident Details
- ✓Photographs/Videos of the incident
How to Apply
- UP Police ki official mobile app 'UPCOP' Google Play Store ya Apple App Store se download karein.
- App me apna mobile number daal kar OTP dwara registration (login) karein.
- **E-FIR ke liye:** 'FIR Registration' par click karein. (Yeh suvidha sirf chori, cyber crime aur gumshudgi aadi non-heinous crimes ke liye hai). Apni details aur ghatna ka vivran bharein aur submit karein. FIR ki PDF copy app par hi mil jayegi.
- **Karakter Praman Patra (Character Certificate) ke liye:** App me aavedan bharein aur ₹50 ki online fee pay karein. Police station se verification ke baad certificate app par aa jayega.
- **Traffic violation (E-Challan) report karne ke liye:** Agar koi traffic niyam tod raha hai, toh uski photo/video app par upload karein. Traffic police verify karke gadi malik ka challan kaat degi.
Snapshot insights
Timeline snapshot
Launched on 26 Jan 2019
Documents to gather
Prepare 4 docs such as Aadhar Card, Mobile Number, Vehicle Details / Incident Details, ….
Pros
- Specifies 4 documents, making it easier to collect proof ahead of time.
- Direct application link is recorded so you can jump to the source notice quickly.
- Rolled out from 26 Jan 2019, so the timeline is clear.
- Tailored for Uttar Pradesh residents with localized support.
Cons
- Closing date is not listed yet, so keep following the official source for updates.
- Limited to Uttar Pradesh residents, so other states will need a different benefit portal.