How to Apply for High Security Registration Plates in Delhi: All You Need to Know

The Delhi Transport Department has made it mandatory for all vehicle owners in the national capital to wear High Security Registration Plate (HSRP). All vehicles sold before April 2019 must have an HSRP and color-coded sticker on them. Violators may be fined up to Rs. 10,000. The application process is very simple, you just need to retain your Ride Registration Certificate (RC) before applying for a license plate. In this article, we explain in detail what HSRP is and how to apply for HSRP online. Read on to learn more.

What is a High Security Registration Plate (HSRP)?

HSRP features a chromium-based hologram that is applied to the upper left corner of the front and back license plates. Below the hologram, there is a national identification mark “IND” with a laser-engraved permanent continuous identification number directly below it. The numbers were hammered onto reflective sheeting and covered with “black Indian foil”. The HSRP is secured with the help of spring locks. The benefits of obtaining an HSRP include curbing illegal license plate sales, vehicle theft and vehicle crime.

How to apply for HSRP online? The process of applying for HSRP online is very simple. All you need to have your vehicle’s remote control handy before starting the process.

• Log in to bookmyhsrp.com and two options will appear on the screen. The first option allows you to make an appointment for HSRP and colored stickers, while the second option is for those who only want to apply for colored stickers.
• Click on the options on the left to apply HSRP and color stickers.
• On the next screen, you have to fill in the details such as state, vehicle registration number, chassis and engine number, and verification code to start the appointment process.
• After filling in the details, press Click herethe website will display details such as Bharat Stage (BS), vehicle registration date, fuel type, manufacturer, category and vehicle type. Check and match them with the details on the RC.
• Scroll down and fill in your contact information, billing address and press Next.
• You will see two options again. The first one allows you to have HSRP delivered to your home. If you want HSRP delivered to your home, you will need to pay Rs. 250. Otherwise, choose to visit a dealer to have the HSRP fixed to your vehicle.
• On the next screen, enter your PIN in the box to find the nearest dealer to your location and the address of the nearest dealer will be displayed.
• Confirm the dealer and then fill in the details on the next screen, such as the date you would like to visit the dealer and your preferred time slot. Some slots may be unavailable.
• After confirming the details on the screen, you have to pay a fee and enter your mobile number on which you will receive SMS and OTP related to the HSRP installation process.
• After payment, you will receive a confirmation receipt, which you can later show when asked by a traffic officer.

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