Quick Answer: Yes. An HSRP number plate for a bike registered before 1 April 2019 is mandatory, exactly as it is for a car. The price is set by each state rather than nationally, so what you pay depends on where your vehicle is registered.
The general notion is that the HSRP rule was intended exclusively for automobiles, which is false since all two-wheeler owners have to abide by the same rules that apply to car owners. Two-wheelers are in fact the largest group still to comply.
Overview
| What it is | A tamper-proof registration plate with a laser-etched code and chromium hologram |
| Mandated by | Ministry of Road Transport and Highways |
| Applies to | Vehicles registered before 1 April 2019, all categories |
| Price | Set by each state, not fixed nationally |
| Includes | Plate, colour-coded fuel sticker and snap locks |
| Fitment | At a booked slot, takes a few minutes |
Do You Need an HSRP Number Plate for a Bike?
The authority is derived from the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways which issued notifications numbered GSR 1162(E) dated December 4, 2018, alongside SO 6052 dated December 6, 2018 announcing the introduction of the High Security Registration Plates and colour-coded stickers.
Which Bikes Already Have an HSRP Fitted?
The vehicles that are bought later than April 1, 2019, usually have their plates pre-attached to the vehicle. In case the vehicle was purchased prior to this date, the buyer has to take the responsibility for getting the plate attached to their vehicle by the stipulated deadline established in every state.
What Is the HSRP Price for a Bike or Scooter?
There is no single national price. Each state government notifies its own maximum rate, and the amount usually includes GST, fitment and convenience charges together.
What Does Rajasthan Charge?
Rajasthan publishes its capped rates openly, which makes a useful illustration:
| Vehicle category | Maximum rate (Rajasthan) |
|---|---|
| Two-wheeler | ₹425 |
| Three-wheeler | ₹470 |
| Four-wheeler (LMV) | ₹695 |
| Medium and heavy motor vehicle | ₹730 |
| Tractor and agricultural equipment | ₹495 |
Why Do Prices Differ by State?
Various states have different figures and some may even be much more. Therefore, whenever you come across the 'all India HSRP price' consider that as merely an estimate. Check with your state transport department for the figures applicable in your state to know the maximum amount that you will be charged. Refer to our state-wise HSRP prices guide for other states.
What Documents Does a Two-Wheeler Owner Need?
As vehicle data can be obtained from the booking system, only a few documents are needed for HSRP.
- Vehicle registration number
- Chassis number and engine number, both printed on your Registration Certificate
- The registering state and your RTO
- A working mobile number for booking updates
Why Do You Need the Certificate First?
You need to have the certificate available at the start. All relevant numbers are provided in the certificate itself. The booking fails often due to the difference in numbers provided in the certificate.
How Does Booking and Fitment Work for a Two-Wheeler?
Booking is done online through the authorised portal for your state. Start from your state transport department's own site rather than from a search result.
- Open your state transport department's HSRP page. The Rajasthan Transport Department's HSRP page is a good example of how states publish the route.
- Follow the link from that page to the authorised booking portal for your state.
- Select your vehicle category as two-wheeler.
- Enter the registration, chassis and engine numbers.
- Pay the notified amount online. Nothing further should be payable in cash.
- Choose a fitment slot and centre, then take the vehicle at the appointed time.
How Long Does Fitment Take?
Attaching HSRP to a two-wheeler will not take longer than a few moments owing to it being affixed with the vehicle through the use of snap locks which can only be used once and hence cannot be moved to another vehicle.
How Do You Avoid Look-Alike Booking Sites?
A word of caution. Look-alike booking sites are common, and paying on one means losing the money with no plate to show for it. Reaching the booking portal through your state transport department's own page, or through parivahan.gov.in, avoids that risk entirely.
Does a Two-Wheeler Also Need the Colour-Coded Fuel Sticker?
The fitting kit comes with a plate, snap locks, and an adhesive that needs to be placed on the windshield, or in the case of two-wheelers, in the appropriate place on the vehicle depending on its type.
What Does Each Sticker Colour Mean?
The colour indicates to enforcement staff what type of fuel the vehicle is using: orange stands for diesel; light blue indicates petrol and CNG; and grey represents other fuels. In addition, the vehicle that meets the BS-VI emission norms can be recognised by the thin green stripe at the top.
What Is the Penalty for Riding Without an HSRP?
When people operate their vehicles without having the High Security Registration Plate (HSRP) wherever necessary, they will be liable to a penalty under the Motor Vehicles Act, which differs from state to state. In addition, the old plate will hinder other services in the RTO, like transfer of ownership of the vehicle and issuance of duplicate RC.
Why Is the Plate Traceable?
The rule exists because the plate can be traced back to the vehicle, so enforcement happens in drives rather than continuously. For understanding how states work, please refer to wider HSRP booking process across states.
Getting It Booked Without the Guesswork
What makes this hard for riders is not the booking form itself, but working out which booking route applies in their state. Those who don't want to start this task on their own can use get your HSRP booked and the fitment slot arranged for you for their booking needs. The plate itself is issued under the rules set by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, and fitted by the supplier your state has appointed.
