High Security Number Plate and Stickers For Your Vehicle: A Detailed Guide on HSRP

According to the provisions under the CMVR 1989 Rule 50, it is mandatory for all vehicle owners in India to have a High Security Number Plate, commenly knwon as HSRP, fitted on their vehicle sold before April 2019. All states across the nation have adopted the HSRP rule for all classes of vehicles. Learn all about High Security Registration Plates, Colour Coded Stickers, and how to obtain them.

What is HSRP Number Plate?

A High Security Registration Plate (HSRP) is an aluminium based registration plate that has been specifically designed for identification of stolen vehicles. The plate has a chromium-based hologram of the Ashoka Chakra on the top left corner, along with an additional permanent 10-digit identification number, which is etched on the plate via laser, and hence is tamper proof. The HSRP is electronically linked to the vehicle, and serves as a centralised database for all pertinent vehicle information. The government has made HSRP mandatory for all vehicle types in the country.

What is Colour Coded Sticker?

A Colour Coded Sticker, or a fuel sticker, is affixed to the vehicle to identify the vehicles on the basis of their fuel type. For vehicles running on petrol and CNG, light blue coloured stickers are used. Vehicles running on diesel are identified by orange coloured stickers. The colour coded stickers also relay important vehicle information such as the vehicle’s registration number, the registering authority, engine number, chassis number and a laser-embedded PIN. Along with HSRP, it is important to have a colour coded sticker fixed to your vehicle to avoid getting penalised.

How to Apply for High Security Number Plate Online?

You can easily carry out HSRP booking online, depending on the state where your vehicle has been registered. You can book HSRP number plate in a matter of minutes, and get the colour coded sticker for your vehicle as well. To do so, follow these steps:

Step 1: Visit the HSRP official website of your respective state.
Step 2: Select your vehicle type (Commercial or Private).
Step 3: Select your vehicle make and brand.
Step 4: Select the dealer near you from where you want to get the HSRP affixed.
Step 5: Enter your vehicle information (Registration number, registration date, Chassis number, engine number, email address, mobile number and vehicle type) to book your appointment.
Step 6: Make payment via online gateways.

Once you have completed the registration and made the payment, you will receive a confirmation receipt with the date, time and venue of your appointment to get the HSRP fixed to your vehicle.

What is the Price of High Security Number Plate and Colour Coded Stickers?

There is no fixed price for HSRP in different states in India. The price of HSRP varies, depending on the vehicle category and class. For two wheelers, the price of HSRP can be around Rs. 400. For four wheelers, the price can go up to Rs. 1,100, on the basis of the category of the vehicle.

In case you already have an HSRP, you can obtain a colour coded sticker for your vehicle for Rs. 100 easily.

What are the Documents Required for HSRP Registration?

While booking a slot for your HSRP online, you will not be asked to upload any official documents on the government website. You will only be required to put in the registration details of your vehicle.

When you will be visiting the dealer for affixation of HSRP on your vehicle, you will need to carry the following documents:

• Copy of the Registration Certificate (RC) of your vehicle
• Payment confirmation receipt

What are the Benefits and Features of HSRP Plates and Colour Coded Stickers?

High Security Registration Plates come with a host of advantages. For starters, the HSRP has paved the way to having a centralised database for all registered vehicles in India with details such as the engine number and the chassis number. Moreover, the plates are made of aluminium and are made such that they are not easily replaceable, and come with locks with which they cannot be reused. This ensures safety of the vehicle, and helps in identifying stolen vehicles easily. In the event you wish to take your vehicle out of the country and drive internationally, it is mandatory to have a HSRP fitted on your vehicle.

The colour coded stickers help in identifying the fuel type of the vehicle. As per the mandate, colour coded stickers are required to be put on three and four wheelers, and tells if the vehicle runs on petrol, diesel, CNG or electricity.

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