Maharashtra Transport Department Makes HSRP Mandatory: Here Is Everything You Need To Know

Modified On Mar 07, 2025 07:39 PM By Kartik

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Maharashtra Transport Department has made it mandatory for any vehicle sold before April 2019 to be affixed with an HSRP

In December 2024 Maharashtra Transport Department issued a standard operating procedure (SOP), making HSRP compulsory on any vehicle sold before April 2019 that is still plying the roads. The SOP has stated the end of March 2025 as the final date to affix the HSRP else a fine will be levied as per the Motor Vehicle Act and Rules. If you are confused by the process here is a quick overview of everything you need to know about HSRP.

Do note that we suggest you to apply the HSRP for your vehicle at the earliest as the website is full of glitches and appointment times are extended. Many users have faced this issue and that’s why we recommend you complete this process as soon as possible.

What Is HSRP?

HSRP or High Security Registration Plates are tamper-proof plates with a unique number and code. These are standard across the entire country and are attached using special non-reusable locks which break if the HSRP is removed making it impossible to be mounted a second time. The government of India mandated the use of HSRP on every vehicle sold after April 2019 and stated this step as a move towards the reduction of road and vehicle-related crimes.

How To Get A HSRP?

If you are a resident of Maharashtra an appointment must be booked online through Maharastra’s transport department's official website mentioned below. After selecting the appropriate RTO, submit the information required on the portal and book an appointment at a nearby vendor at a convenient date and time. Do note that the vehicle and phone details must match the one on the Vahan portal.

The transport department has divided the RTOs across Maharashtra into three zones details of those are as follows along with the portal link are as follows:

Zone 1	Zone 2	Zone 3
MH47 MH04 MH46 MH09 MH12 MH26 MH27 MH37 MH29 MH49 MH31 MH51	MH01 MH03 MH48 MH05 MH06 MH08 MH41 MH39 MH11 MH53 MH14 MH13 MH20 MH32 MH40 MH35 MH33 MH57	MH02 MH43 MH07 MH16 MH15 MH17 MH18 MH19 MH54 MH52 MH10 MH50 MH45 MH42 MH23 MH21 MH44 MH24 MH55 MH25 MH22 MH38 MH30 MH28 MH56 MH36 MH34

Zone 1 appointment link- https://www.mhhsrp.com/

Zone 2 appointment link- https://hsrpmhzone2.in/

Zone 3 appointment link- https://maharashtrahsrp.com/

What Documents Are Needed To Get An HSRP?

Apart from standard documents related to a vehicle such as a registration certificate, valid identity proof is also required to get an HSRP. To book an appointment the mobile number used must also be registered with a Vahan account of the car. At the time of appointment, the owner needs to bring documents already used along with the receipt of payment.

What Is The Cost Of Getting An HSRP?

According to the SOP following charges will be applicable:

Vehicle	Cost
Two Wheelers And Tractors	Rs 450
Three Wheelers	Rs 500
Light Motor Vehicles/ Passenger Cars Medium Commercial Vehicles/ Heavy Commercial Vehicles and Trailer/Combination	Rs 745