A. To apply for HSRP you can visit the local RTO office. You can also visit the state transport website of your state to get the list of car dealerships that are certified to fix the HSRP and colour-coded stickers. Moreover, if you belong to Delhi, Himachal Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh, you can apply for the HSRP through www.bookmyhsrp.com portal. This website will require you to enter some details such as vehicle number, chassis number, engine number, address, contact number, fuel type, etc. After entering the details, you can book an appointment with your nearest authorised dealership. Then on the appointment date, you will have to visit the dealership to get it installed.
Q. What is the meaning of HSRP?
A. The term ‘HSRP’ stands for High Security Registration Plate. An HSRP is an aluminium-made number plate that is fixed onto a vehicle by a minimum of two non-reusable snap-on locks and has various identifiable features. On the top left corner of an HSRP, there is a blue-coloured chromium-based hologram of the size 20mm x 20mm of Ashoka Chakra. And, on the bottom left corner, there is a unique laser-branded 10-digit permanent identification number (PIN). Moreover, the numerals and alphabets of the registration number, have a hot-stamped film applied over them and are preceded by a blue 'IND' acronym. An HSRP is only issued after the digital registration of the vehicle and is linked to the vehicle only forbidding theft and any other kind of misuse of these plates.
Q. Is it mandatory to have a high security number plate in India?
A. All the vehicles including two-wheelers, must be fixed with an HSRP before July 2022. The number plates of the vehicles sold after April 2019 are already HSRP, so people who bought or registered their vehicles before April 2019 must get HSRP as soon as possible.
Q. How much is the fine for not having an HSRP installed?
A. As of now, this rule is enforced only in Delhi, HP, and UP, where a fine of ₹5,500 is charged for not having HSRP installed.
Q. What if my car is not from Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Himachal Pradesh?
A. If your car is not registered in Delhi, you will not be caught in any of the 11 districts of Delhi. These rules are only for cars bearing DL, UP, or HP on their number plates.
Q. Can I replace my HSRP plate?
A. A damaged or lost HSRP can be replaced by contacting the authorised dealer for your car. Alternatively, a replacement HSRP plate can be ordered using the HSRP plate services in your city.
Q. What is the benefit of high security number plates?
A. A HSRP plate has security benefits that help track the car more effectively an prevent theft of the plates.
