HSRP Lost or Stolen? FIR Rules, Documents and Replacement Process (2026)
- Why the police complaint matters for a lost or stolen HSRP
- Damaged, lost or stolen: what you need in each case
- Damaged or broken plate
- Lost plate
- Stolen plate
- Can you get an HSRP replacement without an FIR?
- How to file an online complaint for a lost plate
- Documents checklist for HSRP replacement
- How much does an HSRP replacement cost?
- Step-by-step: booking the replacement plate
- Common mistakes that delay a replacement
- Frequently asked questions
- Need help with your HSRP replacement?
Your High Security Registration Plate (HSRP) fell off on the road, was removed by someone, or broke in a small accident. The first question most people ask is: do I need to go to the police for an FIR before I can get a new plate?
The short answer: for a lost or stolen plate, usually yes, but an online complaint is often enough; for a damaged plate, usually no. This guide explains when each applies, which papers to keep ready, and how the replacement is booked.
Why the police complaint matters for a lost or stolen HSRP
Every HSRP carries a unique laser-etched code that is linked to your vehicle in the VAHAN record. If a plate goes missing, someone else could fix it on another vehicle. The police complaint records that the plate is no longer with you, so you are protected if the missing plate is ever misused.
That is also why many state HSRP portals and fitment centres ask for a copy of the complaint before they book a replacement for a lost or stolen plate.
Damaged, lost or stolen: what you need in each case
Damaged or broken plate
- FIR: usually not needed, because you still have the plate.
- Documents: your RC (registration certificate).
- At fitment: you may be asked to hand back the old plate or sign a simple self-declaration.
Lost plate
- FIR: most states ask for a police complaint or an online lost-article report.
- Documents: RC plus the complaint copy.
- Tip: a lost-article report filed online is accepted in many states, so you may not need to visit the police station.
Stolen plate
- FIR: yes, file a complaint for the theft.
- Documents: RC plus the FIR copy.
- Tip: mention the vehicle registration number and that the HSRP was removed, so the complaint clearly links to your vehicle.
Can you get an HSRP replacement without an FIR?
Yes, in two common situations:
- The plate is damaged, not missing. Cracked, bent, faded or with broken snap locks: you still have the plate, so there is nothing to report.
- Your state accepts a self-declaration. Some states and vendors accept a signed declaration for a lost plate instead of a police complaint. This changes from state to state, so check before you book.
If the plate was stolen, always file a complaint. It costs nothing and protects you if the plate is misused later.
How to file an online complaint for a lost plate
Most state police departments now let you report a lost article online:
- Open your state police website or app and look for "Lost Article Report", "e-FIR" or "Lost & Found".
- Choose the item type (for a number plate, choose "vehicle document / other").
- Enter the vehicle registration number, where and when you last saw the plate, and your contact details.
- Download the report PDF and keep it with your RC.
Not sure how to do it, or your state's portal keeps failing? EasyKagaz can file it for you: see Instant e-FIR for Lost Articles.
Documents checklist for HSRP replacement
- RC (registration certificate): front and back, clear photo or PDF.
- Registration number, last 5 digits of the chassis number and last 5 digits of the engine number: all printed on the RC.
- Police complaint / e-FIR / lost-article report: only for a lost or stolen plate.
- Mobile number: for the booking OTP and the appointment slip.
How much does an HSRP replacement cost?
A replacement is charged like a fresh plate order. The official fee depends on:
- Vehicle type: two-wheeler plates cost less than car or commercial vehicle plates.
- Your state's authorised vendor: each state has its own vendor and rate card.
- GST and fitment: GST is added, and home fitment (where offered) costs extra.
The portal shows the exact amount before you pay. On EasyKagaz, the total price for your vehicle type is shown on the HSRP Replacement page before payment.
Step-by-step: booking the replacement plate
- Keep your RC ready and, for a lost or stolen plate, the complaint copy.
- Book on the official HSRP portal for the state where the vehicle is registered. The booking always happens in that state, even if you now live elsewhere.
- Enter the vehicle details exactly as on the RC: a single wrong character in the chassis or engine number gets the booking rejected.
- Pay the fee and pick a fitment date and centre.
- Download the appointment slip and keep it on your phone until the new plate is fitted.
- Visit the fitment centre with the RC and the slip. The new plate gets a new laser code linked to your vehicle.
Prefer not to deal with the portal? Apply on the HSRP Replacement page: our team checks your state's rules, books the plate and sends the slip on WhatsApp.
Common mistakes that delay a replacement
- Booking a fresh HSRP instead of a replacement when the vehicle already had HSRP. If the plate was fitted earlier and is now damaged or missing, it is a replacement. If HSRP was never fitted, book a new HSRP number plate instead.
- Uploading a blurry RC photo: the chassis and engine numbers must be readable.
- Using a look-alike website: book only on the official portal for your state, or through a service that books on it for you.
- Skipping the complaint for a stolen plate: if the plate is misused later, you have no record that it was stolen.
Frequently asked questions
Q: Do I need an FIR to replace a lost HSRP number plate?
A: Most states ask for a police complaint or an online lost-article report for a lost plate. Some accept a self-declaration instead. The rule depends on your state, so check before booking.
Q: Can I get HSRP replacement without an FIR?
A: Yes, if the plate is damaged rather than lost, or if your state accepts a self-declaration for a lost plate. For a stolen plate, a police complaint is strongly advised.
Q: Is an online e-FIR accepted for HSRP replacement?
A: In many states, yes. An online lost-article report or e-FIR copy is usually accepted for a lost plate. A stolen plate may need a regular FIR, depending on the state.
Q: What documents are required for HSRP replacement?
A: Your RC, the registration, chassis and engine numbers from it, and a police complaint copy if the plate was lost or stolen.
Q: What is the cost of HSRP replacement?
A: It is charged like a fresh plate: the official fee depends on the vehicle type and your state's authorised vendor, plus GST. The exact amount is shown before payment.
Q: Can I replace only the front or only the rear plate?
A: Many state portals let you order only the plate that is missing or damaged; others book the full set. Check the options on your state's portal while booking.
Q: Will the new HSRP have the same laser code?
A: No. Every HSRP has a unique laser code, so the replacement plate gets a new one, which is linked to your vehicle.
Q: My vehicle never had an HSRP. Should I apply for a replacement?
A: No. A replacement is only for a plate that was fitted and is now damaged, lost or stolen. If HSRP was never fitted, book a new HSRP number plate.
Need help with your HSRP replacement?
EasyKagaz books HSRP replacements for vehicles registered in any state. Tell us whether the plate is damaged, lost or stolen, upload your RC (and the complaint copy if needed), and we take care of the booking and the appointment slip on WhatsApp.
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