It is only known from its type locality near Chakrata in Uttarakhand (formerly Uttar Pradesh),[2][4] near the Tiger Falls.

After being "lost" for 25 years, the species was rediscovered in 2011 at its type locality, reflecting the lack of field work in the area.

The dorsum is slaty brown (or light green with dark minute spots[3]).

[4] Amolops chakrataensis is a semi-aquatic species that occurs under rocks in stagnant pools near fast-flowing hill-streams in dense deodar forest[4] at an elevation of about 1,000–1,500 m (3,300–4,900 ft) above sea level.

[1] The threats to this poorly-known species are unknown,[1] but the habitat near the Tiger Falls is highly degraded.