HSRP number plate: Follow this traffic rule to avoid a heavy fine; check cost, how to apply

New traffic rule: The Indian government has made High-Security Registration Plates (HSRP) and colour-coded stickers compulsory for all vehicles. If the owner is found guilty of not installing of HSRP then it will cost Rs. 5000 to 10000.

With the December 31 deadline passing, all vehicles registered before April 1, 2019, need to have the high-security number plates and colour-coded stickers now. Those vehicles found not having these important security features may incur huge fines from January 1.

What is an HSRP?

High-security number plates are number plates made of aluminium and are fixed onto the vehicle using a minimum of two non-reusable snap-on locks.  

The plate has a hot-stamped chromium-based 20 mm X 20 mm hologram of Ashoka Chakra in blue colour on the top left corner.  

A 10-digit permanent identification number (PIN) is laser branded on the bottom left corner of this plate.  

HSRP also has a hot-stamped film applied on the numerals and alphabets, which has ‘INDIA’ inscribed at a 45-degree angle.   HSPR plate is electronically linked to the vehicle where it is installed.

 How to apply for HSPR plate?

Step 1: Visit the government-authorized registration portal bookmyhsrp.com  

Step 2: Fill in all the required details - vehicle number, chassis number, engine number, address, contact number, fuel type, etc.  

Step 3:  If the vehicle is for private use, click on ‘non-transport’ under the vehicle class option displayed on the screen.

Step 4: Submit this form.

Step 5: You will receive a username and password on your registered mobile number.

Step 6: Login using the given username and password to make a payment.  

Step 7: A payment receipt shall be generated.

Step 8: As soon as your vehicle’s HSRP number is ready, you will receive a notification about the same on your registered mobile number.

What is HSRP number plate cost?

 The cost of an HSRP plate will range from about Rs. 400 for two-wheelers to up to Rs. 1,100 for four-wheelers, depending on the category to which they belong.  

The owner will have to pay Rs 100 to obtain a colour-coded sticker (to identify petrol diesel or CNG-powered engine), which is also required.