Smart Parking Management System Using Web and Mobile-Based Application | IJCT Volume 13 – Issue 3 | IJCT-V13I3P61

International Journal of Computer Techniques
ISSN 2394-2231
Volume 13, Issue 3  |  Published: May – June 2026

Author

Arjun Gujar, Samaira Sabale, Janhvi Patil, Palash Chhatre, Suhas Kolhe

Abstract

Urban areas face significant parking challenges due to rapid vehicle growth, resulting in traffic congestion, fuel wastage, and inefficient parking space utilization. Traditional parking systems rely on manual searching and monitoring, which exacerbates these problems. This paper proposes a software-based Smart Parking Management System that provides real-time parking slot availability and advance booking capabilities through mobile and web applications. Utilizing a centralized database, the system enables users to view, reserve, and manage parking slots digitally, while administrators control slot availability. Technologies employed include HTML, CSS, JavaScript for frontend development; Python or Node.js for backend processing; and MySQL or Firebase for database management. The system improves parking efficiency, reduces search time, minimizes congestion, and enhances user convenience by automating parking operations without requiring hardware components. The results demonstrate significant reductions in fuel consumption and traffic delays, contributing positively to smart city infrastructure.

Keywords

Smart Parking, Parking Management, IoT, Mobile Application, Database Management, Smart City, Automation.

Conclusion

The developed Smart Parking Management System effectively addresses urban parking challenges by providing real-time slot availability and advance booking via mobile and web applications. It reduces manual effort, minimizes congestion, and enhances user convenience, contributing to improved urban mobility. Future work includes integrating online payment gateways, GPS-based navigation, AI algorithms for predictive parking availability, multi-location management, QR code-based entry systems, cloud hosting for scalability, mobile app notifications, license plate recognition, and seamless integration with smart city infrastructures. These enhancements will further optimize parking management, support sustainable urban transport, and align with emerging smart city technologies.

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How to Cite This Paper

Arjun Gujar, Samaira Sabale, Janhvi Patil, Palash Chhatre, Suhas Kolhe (2026). Smart Parking Management System Using Web and Mobile-Based Application. International Journal of Computer Techniques, 13(3). ISSN: 2394-2231.

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