Traffic Signs in India
Indian road signs fall into three families — mandatory signs you must obey, cautionary signs that warn of hazards, and informatory signs that guide you to facilities. Knowing them is essential for the RTO learner's test and everyday safe driving.
Mandatory Signs
Round signs that must be obeyed. Violating a mandatory sign is a punishable offence under the Motor Vehicles Act.
Stop
Come to a complete halt and proceed only when safe.
Give Way
Slow down and yield to traffic on the main road.
No Entry
Entry prohibited for all vehicles from this direction.
One Way
Traffic moves only in the direction of the arrow.
Speed Limit
Do not exceed the speed shown on the sign.
No Overtaking
Overtaking other vehicles is prohibited on this stretch.
No Parking
Parking is not allowed; stopping briefly may be permitted.
No Horn
Sounding the horn is prohibited — usually near hospitals and schools.
Compulsory Turn Left
All vehicles must turn left ahead.
No U-Turn
Taking a U-turn is prohibited at this point.
Cautionary Signs
Triangular warning signs that alert you to hazards ahead. Slow down and prepare to react.
School Ahead
Children may be crossing — slow down.
Pedestrian Crossing
Zebra crossing ahead; give way to pedestrians.
Narrow Bridge
The road narrows over a bridge ahead.
Right Hand Curve
Sharp bend to the right — reduce speed.
Steep Descent
Downhill gradient ahead; use a lower gear.
Slippery Road
Road surface may be slippery — avoid sudden braking.
Men at Work
Road work ahead; watch for workers and machinery.
Cattle Crossing
Animals may be on the road ahead.
Unguarded Level Crossing
Railway crossing without gates ahead — stop, look, then cross.
Roundabout Ahead
Prepare to yield to traffic already on the roundabout.
Informatory Signs
Blue rectangular signs that give useful information about facilities, directions and distances.
Hospital
A hospital is nearby — drive slowly and avoid honking.
Petrol Pump
Fuel station ahead.
Parking
Designated parking area.
Bus Stop
Buses halt here; watch for boarding passengers.
First Aid Post
Emergency medical help available nearby.
Eating Place
Restaurant or dhaba ahead.
Sign representations are simplified illustrations for learning. The VahanInfo app includes the complete official-style sign library with practice quizzes.
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