The deadline for fitment of HSRPs has been extended till June 30, 2025
The Maharashtra Transport Department had mandated that all two-wheelers sold after April 2019 must have HSRPs. In February 2025, a notification regarding fitment of HSRPs (High Security Registration Plates) for all two-wheelers registered before April, 2019 was published. If you own a bike registered prior to this and isn’t fitted with HSRPs yet, it’s of utmost priority to get it done to avoid any fines and legal troubles.
What HSRPs (High Security Registration Plates) are?
The HSRP (High Security Registration Plates) are number plates etched with a 10-digit number and a code specific to the two-wheeler it is fitted to. These special number plates are fitted with tamper-proof snap locks and cannot be mounted on the bike again if the locks are broken. The plates are made from an aluminium alloy and are imprinted with a retro reflective film too. For the BS6 two-wheelers, these plates come with a colour coded sticker indicating their fuel type.
Why Do We Need HSRPs?
HSRP (High Security Registration Plates) are meant to reduce vehicle theft, making the plates harder to forge and fake number plates easier to detect. Additionally, they are also responsible for creating a uniform standard for number plates across the country. You can be fined for not having an HSRPs or investigated as it indicates a possible theft.
Step-By-Step Procedure To Apply For High Security Registration Plates:
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Visit the HSRP website, click here.
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Select the RTO from the dropdown menu where your two-wheeler is registered and click ‘Submit’
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A new window will open with options to book, renew HSRPs and apply for the colour sticker. Select the ‘Book High Security Registration Plates’ option to apply for HSRPs.
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After you click on the above option, a window with space to add details of your vehicle will appear. Add your bike’s details like state, registration number, last five digits (along with any symbols) of chassis number, engine number and contact information.
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Then, input the Captcha code and select ‘Click here’, and a new window with additional details will appear. The bike’s details like Bharat Stage compliance, registration date, fuel type, and vehicle class and category will be filled out automatically. Next you need to fill in your communication details like Email ID, contact number and address (if you want the plates delivered to you).
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Verify your booking details with an OTP sent to you on the registered mobile number (Do mind that the OTP is valid for 10 minutes only). Enter the OTP and hit next.
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A new window will appear with the option to book an appointment with the fitment centre or get them delivered to your home for an additional Rs 125. Once the plates arrive, you can get them fitted at any government authorised fitment centre or your local dealership.
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In case you opt for home delivery, you need to check if the service is available in your area or not. If not you will have to book an appointment with the fitment centre.
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If the home delivery option is not available, return to the previous page and select ‘Appointment at Affixation Centre’. A new window will open where you can fill in the details about where you want to book your appointment. Select your State, City/Town and click on ‘Near Me’, a list of all the affixation centres near you will appear.
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Click on the dealer you want to get your plates fixed from and click on ‘Confirm Dealer’, a window with options to select date and time of appointment will appear.
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Select your desired appointment date and time and check if it is available or not. If not available the date will appear in red colour. After the desired slot is selected, click on ‘Confirm & Proceed’
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A window with all the details of your bike and appointment along with the fitment centre address will be displayed. Check all the information and if correct click on ‘Confirm and Proceed’
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A window with billing amount (Gross total and GST) will be shown with the option to complete payment. If the details are correct, check the ‘I agree’ tickbox and click on ‘Pay Online’
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You can make the necessary payment via various UPIs, Cards, Netbanking and Wallets too.
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After you make the payment, in a few moments you will be redirected to the HSRP receipt showing all the details of your booking.
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You can take the screenshot of the receipt on your phone or when using a computer, press ‘Ctrl+P’ to print the receipt.
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On the appointment date, when visiting the affixation centre, carry your bike’s Registration Certificate (RC book), and a print of the receipt to get your plated affixed.
(Note: You don’t need to pay any fitment charges at the fitment centre. Also, this is a government website, so you may experience glitches while carrying out the process.)
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