HSRP number plate guide for India
High Security Registration Plates are the standard tamper-resistant registration plates used for modern vehicle registration in India.
5 min read · 15 January 2026
Mandatory since
2011
Applies to
All new vehicles
Plates per vehicle
2
Color
Blue/Yellow
Plate format
Format: XX · · 00 · · AA · · 00 · 00
Plate Components
Booking Methods
Timeline
2011
HSRP mandate introduced for new vehicles
2014
Retrofit deadline for older vehicles expired
2019
BS-VI emission norms introduced
2023
High security plate standards revised
What an HSRP is
An HSRP is a standardized number plate issued with traceable manufacturing and tamper-resistant installation. Designed to make plates harder to duplicate or alter.
The plate must be issued through an approved vendor and fitted with snap-lock rivets at an authorized center.
Why booking is state-specific
Plate ordering and replacement are administered through state transport departments or their approved vendors.
The most common rejection reasons: mismatched registration number, chassis number, or engine number on the RC.
What to check before ordering
Confirm the registration mark on the vehicle exactly matches the RC before placing an order.
Check whether your state requires a fresh booking, a duplicate plate request, or an appointment-based fitment process.
Frequently asked questions
What does HSRP stand for?
High Security Registration Plate — a standardized, tamper-resistant plate with laser-etched numbers and snap-lock rivets.
Can an HSRP order be placed without checking the RC details first?
No — the registration number and vehicle details must match the official RC record exactly before ordering.