Vehicle Registration
Number Plates in India
Everything about vehicle number plates — types, colour coding, VIP & diplomatic plates, HSRP rules, and what each plate colour means.
Number Plate Color Reference
White Plate
Private Vehicle
Yellow Plate
Commercial / Taxi
Green Plate
Electric Vehicle (Private)
Green + Yellow
Electric Vehicle (Commercial)
Red Plate
Temporary / Trade
Blue Plate
Diplomatic / Embassy
Black Plate
Defence / Military
White + Red
Government Vehicle
Plate formats are illustrative. Actual plates follow HSRP standards with IND hologram.
Detailed Guides
VIP & VVIP Number Plates in India — Complete Guide
Everything about special number plates used by government officials, ministers, and constitutional authorities in India.
Embassy & Diplomatic Number Plates in India — Complete Guide
Understanding the special number plates used by foreign embassies, consulates, and international organizations in India.
Number Plate Types & Color Coding in India — Complete Guide
All types of vehicle number plates in India, their colours, meanings, and who uses them.
HSRP — High Security Registration Plate in India
Everything about HSRP — what it is, why it's mandatory, how to apply, cost, features, and penalties for non-compliance.
HSRP Is Mandatory
All vehicles in India must have a High Security Registration Plate (HSRP) with the "IND" hologram and chromium strip. Non-compliance attracts a fine of up to Rs 5,000.Learn more about HSRP →
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