Delhi Number Plate Rules 2025: HSRP, Colour-Coded Stickers, Penalties & How to Apply

Introduction

Since 2025, the Delhi Transport Department and MoRTH have tightened rules for HSRP (High-Security Registration Plates) and colour-coded fuel stickers on all vehicles registered in Delhi (DL01 to DL12). Whether you stay in South Delhi, Dwarka, Rohini, Karol Bagh, Laxmi Nagar, Saket or Connaught Place, compliance is now mandatory to avoid challans.

Delhi has also publicly indicated crackdowns on vehicles missing colour-coded fuel stickers, and the enforcement angle is not just “fine” — it can also affect how smoothly you get services like PUC/updates. A Delhi-specific news update that explains the enforcement push: NDTV: Delhi to penalise vehicles without colour-coded fuel stickers.

This guide explains:

• HSRP rules for Delhi in 2025
• Colour-coded sticker rules for petrol, diesel, CNG and EVs
• Penalties and challan details for non-compliance
• How to apply for HSRP online in Delhi
• Fees, documents and timelines
• Delhi-specific traffic enforcement zones
• Helpful RTO services like ownership transfer, NOC, hypothecation removal and duplicate RC

1. What is HSRP for Delhi vehicles? (2025 update)

High-Security Registration Plates (HSRP) are tamper-proof aluminium number plates designed to improve vehicle traceability and reduce theft. They come with:

• Laser-etched 10-digit code linked to your vehicle records
• Non-removable snap locks that break if tampered with
• IND chromium hot-stamped logo as a security feature
• Reflective sheeting for better visibility under low light and camera surveillance

HSRPs are now mandatory across Delhi, including busy corridors and residential areas in Mayur Vihar, Patel Nagar, Chanakyapuri, Najafgarh, Dwarka, Rohini and East Delhi.

And it’s not only about “having a plate” — Delhi has repeatedly run special drives for missing plates/stickers. For context on how a Delhi challan drive is typically reported, see: Times of India: Delhi challan drive for missing HSRP/stickers.

2. Colour-coded stickers for Delhi vehicles (2025 rules)

To help implement pollution control measures and simplify enforcement, Delhi mandates colour-coded fuel stickers on vehicles:

These stickers are compulsory even if your vehicle already has an HSRP. Missing or wrong stickers can lead to penalties, especially during GRAP pollution control periods in Delhi.

If you want a Delhi-specific “how to apply + why it matters” explainer that’s been widely shared recently, this one is handy: Times of India: How to get colour-coded fuel sticker online (Delhi enforcement context).

3. Who must install HSRP & stickers in Delhi?

In 2025, the following vehicles must have correct HSRP and colour-coded stickers:

• All vehicles registered in Delhi from DL01 to DL12
• All private, commercial and transport vehicles
• Old vehicles, including pre-2012 models still running on Delhi roads
• Vehicles entering Delhi-NCR from other states and regularly crossing borders

If your vehicle has a very old metal plate or non-standard fancy plate, it must be replaced with an authorised HSRP to avoid challans and documentation issues during RC transfer, NOC or hypothecation removal.

4. Penalties in Delhi for missing HSRP or stickers (2025)

The latest challans issued by Delhi Traffic Police for non-compliance are:

During high-enforcement periods, Delhi also runs large-scale checks that generate thousands of challans in a short window (which indirectly increases scrutiny on plates/stickers and documents). Example of a very recent Delhi enforcement report: Times of India: Delhi enforcement drive (challans + checks).

These challans can also affect services like ownership transfer, NOC, hypothecation removal and duplicate RC because your vehicle record shows non-compliance under Delhi RTO systems.

5. How to apply for HSRP in Delhi (2025 step-by-step)

The official process for applying HSRP in Delhi is mostly online and simple if you keep your vehicle details ready.

Step 1 — Visit official HSRP portal

Go to:
https://bookmyhsrp.com/ (official vendor for Delhi-NCR and several states).

Step 2 — Enter vehicle details

Keep the following handy:

• Registration number (DLxx…)
• Chassis and engine number
• Vehicle class (2W/4W, private/commercial)
• Fuel type (Petrol/Diesel/CNG/EV)

Step 3 — Choose fitment location

Select a convenient fitment centre from across different Delhi RTO zones such as: DL01 North Delhi, DL02 New Delhi, DL03 South Delhi, DL04 West Delhi, DL05 Central Delhi and others.

Step 4 — Pay online

HSRP fees vary by vehicle type (typically ₹400–₹1,100 approx. including plates and sticker). Complete the online payment and download the receipt.

Step 5 — Visit fitment centre

On the appointment date, visit the fitment centre where the HSRP is installed using non-removable snap locks. Keep your RC and payment receipt on your phone or as a printout.

6. Documents needed for HSRP in Delhi (2025)

For most online HSRP bookings in Delhi, you will need:

• Vehicle RC (smart card or digital copy from DigiLocker/mParivahan)
• Basic vehicle details (registration, engine, chassis)
• Valid mobile number and email ID
• Payment receipt after online booking

No physical documents are usually required at the time of booking, but you may need to show an RC copy during physical fitment or if asked by the centre staff in Delhi.

7. HSRP fees in Delhi (2025 updated)

Fees vary slightly by vendor and vehicle type. The typical range in Delhi is:

Always confirm the exact fee on the official HSRP portal for your vehicle category before payment.

8. Delhi-specific HSRP & sticker rules you must know (2025)

Some important Delhi-only enforcement points to remember:

• HSRP is mandatory even for old DL-number vehicles still in use.
• Colour-coded sticker must correctly match your fuel type.
• Delhi Police frequently checks HSRP at: Akshardham, Dhaula Kuan, Rajouri Garden, Azadpur and major Delhi–Gurgaon / Delhi–Noida borders.
• Wrong or fake stickers can lead to challans and even suspicion of fuel-type tampering.
• Fake or non-standard fancy plates are treated as illegal and attract heavy fines.

One more strict Delhi point: plates with unusual fonts/symbols/slogans are actively penalised because they can break camera-based identification. A very recent Delhi report on this crackdown: Economic Times: Over 27,000 vehicles booked in Delhi for defective/odd number plates.

If you regularly drive between Delhi, Noida and Gurgaon, it is strongly recommended to update your HSRP and stickers to avoid repeated fines at entry points.

Conclusion

Delhi's 2025 number plate rules are designed to improve road safety, strengthen enforcement and reduce vehicle-related crime. Whether you live in Dwarka, East Delhi, Rohini, Janakpuri or South Extension, make sure your vehicle has:

• A valid HSRP
• Correct colour-coded fuel sticker
• Valid RC and a challan-free record as far as possible

Also, a very practical Delhi tip: beware of fake “traffic challan” messages that push malware/APK downloads. Delhi Police has warned about this recently—always verify challans only on official portals: Economic Times: Delhi Police warning on fake challan messages with malware links.

This not only helps you avoid heavy fines but also ensures smooth RTO services like ownership transfer, NOC, hypothecation removal, duplicate RC and Driving Licence work across Delhi-NCR.

How Fateh Legacy helps with HSRP and Delhi RTO work

While applying for HSRP itself is straightforward, many Delhi residents get stuck because of old RC data, pending challans, loan (hypothecation) and address mismatches. That's where Fateh Legacy can help as your RTO partner.

With Fateh Legacy, you can:

• Get end-to-end support for RC updates, address change and challan assistance.
• Simplify ownership transfer, NOC, hypothecation removal and duplicate RC across DL01–DL12.
• Receive clear checklists so your paperwork is correct the first time.