The BH (Bharat) series number plate can be exactly what you need if you frequently travel to different cities for work. This license plate, which was introduced by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways in 2021, allows you to avoid the hassle of having to re-register your car each time you move to a new state.
No matter where you travel in India, your car remains registered and valid rather than becoming mired in RTO paperwork with each shift.
What is unique about BH plates?
Applicable throughout India: Your license plate remains valid if you move to any state.
No need for duplicate paperwork: Don't keep going back to the RTO to re-register.
Simpler tracking: The BH plate makes it easier for authorities to find the owner of your car if it is misplaced or involved in an accident.
Cleaner, more consistent system: It increases process transparency and lowers the likelihood of repeat registrations.
The operation of the road tax
Your road tax is computed for 14 years up front when you receive a BH license plate. Then you simply renew it every year. The rate is determined by the cost of your car:
For autos under Rs 10 lakh, 8%
10% for cars costing between Rs 10 and Rs 20 lakh
12% for cars costing more than Rs 20 lakh
(The proportion may differ somewhat according on whether your vehicle is powered by electricity, diesel, or gasoline.)
Who can get a BH number plate?
You can apply if:
Your vehicle's road tax is paid
You have a valid PUC certificate
You work in:
Central or state government
Defence or administrative services
Banks
Private companies with offices in four or more states/UTs
Documents you'll need
PAN card
Aadhaar card
Employee ID
Form 60 (a work certificate from your employer)
How to apply for a BH number plate
You can apply online yourself or through your vehicle dealer.
Option 1: Apply through the Vahan portal
Website address: https://parivahan.gov.in
Fill up Form 20 with your vehicle and personal details,
Upload documents including proof of employment, vehicle invoice, and ID,
Pay registration and road tax,
RTO will verify your documents.
When approved, your vehicle will be assigned a BH number.
Option 2: Apply through dealer
Your authorised car dealer can also apply on your behalf by filling Form 20 online. Once the RTO verifies everything, you'll get your BH number plate.
No matter where you travel in India, your car remains registered and valid rather than becoming mired in RTO paperwork with each shift.
What is unique about BH plates?
Applicable throughout India: Your license plate remains valid if you move to any state.
No need for duplicate paperwork: Don't keep going back to the RTO to re-register.
Simpler tracking: The BH plate makes it easier for authorities to find the owner of your car if it is misplaced or involved in an accident.
Cleaner, more consistent system: It increases process transparency and lowers the likelihood of repeat registrations.
The operation of the road tax
Your road tax is computed for 14 years up front when you receive a BH license plate. Then you simply renew it every year. The rate is determined by the cost of your car:
For autos under Rs 10 lakh, 8%
10% for cars costing between Rs 10 and Rs 20 lakh
12% for cars costing more than Rs 20 lakh
(The proportion may differ somewhat according on whether your vehicle is powered by electricity, diesel, or gasoline.)
Who can get a BH number plate?
You can apply if:
Your vehicle's road tax is paid
You have a valid PUC certificate
You work in:
Central or state government
Defence or administrative services
Banks
Private companies with offices in four or more states/UTs
Documents you'll need
PAN card
Aadhaar card
Employee ID
Form 60 (a work certificate from your employer)
How to apply for a BH number plate
You can apply online yourself or through your vehicle dealer.
Option 1: Apply through the Vahan portal
Website address: https://parivahan.gov.in
Fill up Form 20 with your vehicle and personal details,
Upload documents including proof of employment, vehicle invoice, and ID,
Pay registration and road tax,
RTO will verify your documents.
When approved, your vehicle will be assigned a BH number.
Option 2: Apply through dealer
Your authorised car dealer can also apply on your behalf by filling Form 20 online. Once the RTO verifies everything, you'll get your BH number plate.
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