Own a car or bike in Mandi? This guide explains how to apply for an HSRP locally, from details to fitment. Mandi, the 'Chhoti Kashi', is a temple town on the Beas famous for its Shivratri fair and the Rewalsar lake, a gateway to the Kullu valley. Mandi is a temple town and gateway district on the Beas. The sections below explain HSRP number plate registration, the booking steps, and the RTO codes used across the district.
How to apply for HSRP in Mandi
The HSRP booking and registration process in Mandi follows the same broad pattern used across Himachal Pradesh:
- Registration & numbers — the vehicle number and last 5 digits of its chassis and engine.
- Owner record — name, phone, full address and pincode.
- Category selection — two-wheeler, four-wheeler or commercial to set the plate.
- Fitment slot — booked at a centre, or home fitment where it is available.
The Mandi specifics are covered here, while the full charges and rules sit in the state guide linked below.
Mandi RTO & registration details
Mandi is the district headquarters, with towns like Sundernagar, Jogindernagar, Sarkaghat, Rewalsar falling under it. Vehicle registration here largely runs under the Mandi transport authority, with HP-33 among the codes seen on local number plates. The district's sub-divisions use codes like HP-31 (Sundernagar), HP-29 (Jogindernagar) and HP-28 (Sarkaghat), with HP-66 as the regional code as well.
Owners across the district commonly look for HSRP information in:
- the Mandi headquarters area
- Sundernagar and Jogindernagar
- Sarkaghat and Rewalsar
- the highways and rural routes of Mandi
Why HSRP registration matters in Mandi
Because pilgrim, tourist and highway traffic run across Mandi, fitting a correct high security registration plate keeps your vehicle easy to identify and compliant.
Frequently asked questions — HSRP in Mandi
What is the HSRP fee in Mandi?
Fees vary by category (two-wheeler, car or commercial) as set in the Himachal Pradesh notification; you see the precise figure for Mandi when you apply. See the Himachal Pradesh HSRP guide for the current slab.
What is the way to apply for HSRP in Mandi?
Keep your vehicle number and the last 5 digits of the chassis and engine numbers ready, choose the category, and complete the HSRP booking; a fitment slot follows.
Which RTO and codes cover Mandi?
The Mandi district transport authority covers Mandi and nearby towns; the HP-33 series is the main code. Sub-offices use codes such as HP-31 (Sundernagar), HP-29 (Jogindernagar) and HP-28 (Sarkaghat), with HP-66 as the regional code.
Is online HSRP number plate registration available in Mandi?
Online registration is available for Mandi; you submit details on the portal and only attend the fitment step.
Does the HSRP differ anywhere within Himachal Pradesh?
Yes. The plate type, security features and process are the same across Himachal Pradesh; Mandi follows the state HSRP norms.
See the Himachal Pradesh HSRP guide for the full apply process, fee slab and rules.