How to get a VIP number for your car in Andhra Pradesh

One’s own car is an extension of one’s own personality. The clothes we wear, the accessories we choose and the lifestyle we opt to live are all what make us unique. In our daily lives, we have a lot of freedom to choose how we present ourselves. However, when it comes to our cars, there isn’t a lot of freedom. You might think about giving it a dash of new paint or sticking on some modifications, but the reality is that these changes could put your vehicle on the dark side of the law.

So, then, how can one give their car a spark of personality? In India, one of the easiest ways to make your car stand out is through a VIP number or a fancy number. A VIP number plate makes it instantly recognisable by your friends and family. This is a common practice that many people opt to undertake with luxury vehicles. However, having a VIP or fancy number for your car in the state of Andhra Pradesh isn’t just limited to luxury vehicles, as these numbers can be ordered for regular cars as well, as long as you are willing to pay the extra cost associated with them.

If you are someone who is looking to get a special number for your car in Andhra Pradesh, we have curated this guide that will help you easily navigate the process.

What is a fancy number plate?

When you apply for a registration number for your vehicle, your RTO assigns you a random number. However, as there is a liking for symmetrical numbers or distinctive numbers among car owners, a number like 0101, 0001 or 1111 is kept aside by the RTO and not assigned on a usual basis. These numbers are called fancy numbers or VIP numbers.They are sold by the RTO at a higher cost for anyone willing to pay the additional amount for such symmetrical distinctive numbers. Sometimes, a stroke of luck can also assign you a distinctive number such as 3456 without paying any additional fee. However, highly distinctive numbers like the series mentioned before are kept aside beforehand by the RTO. When one applies for a fancy number plate, the rules and regulations can change from state to state in India. The process in Andhra Pradesh, however, is much more simplified and takes place online.

How to get a fancy number plate in Andhra Pradesh?

To get a fancy number plate, you will have to visit the Parivahan Sewa website. The process of acquiring a fancy number plate has been highly simplified by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH). It has brought together all the states that offer fancy number plate services and listed them under one portal. However, you must remember a few things before you log on and start buying the next fancy number for your car.

For starters, you can start registering for a fancy number plate as soon as your vehicle is purchased. However, you should instruct the dealership in advance about your intention to buy a fancy number plate for your vehicle. This is because dealerships apply for routine numbers on the behalf of customers, and if you intend to obtain a fancy number plate for your vehicle, then, a dealership isn’t supposed to apply for a regular registration number for your new vehicle. This is an important step, as once the regular registration is processed for a vehicle, there is no way to go back. If you register for a fancy number plate once this has happened, your application will automatically get rejected. With these things in mind, let’s look at the process to apply for a fancy number plate.

1. Log on to the Parivahan website

• Open the Parivahan website.
• Under the ‘Online Services’ tab, click on ‘Fancy Number Booking’.

• You will now be redirected to a new page pertaining to fancy or VIP numbers.

   

2. Create an Account

• It is important to create an account on the ‘Fancy Number Booking’ page before you can proceed further with your application. 
• You can do so by clicking on ‘Public User’. This will open a new page.

• On the sign up page, select your State. Then, enter your name, email address and phone number. Lastly, fill in the verification code and click on ‘Sign Up.

   

3. Check availability of the desired number

• Before you can set your heart on a number, make sure it is available. You can check VIP number plate availability by clicking on the ‘Search by Number’ tab on the ‘Fancy Number Booking’ page.
• Once on the page, select your state, enter the numeric combination of numbers you desire, fill in the verification code in the required space and click ‘Check Availability’.
• The system can take some time to search so you might have to wait a little bit. Once the results appear, you will be able to see the available number series across the different RTOs.
• If your number doesn’t show up here, there is another way.
• Under the ‘User Other Services’ tab, click on ‘Check Availability Fancy Number’s’.
• Here, you will have to enter the State and then the RTO in question. You will once again have to be a little patient as the process takes a bit of time.
• Once the screen loads, it will show you the available numbers and the prices associated with them.

4. Buying the desired number

• Once you have shortlisted your desired number and checked its availability, go back to the ‘Fancy Number Booking’ page.
• Log into your account, and you will be presented with two options - ‘Auction Process’ and ‘First Come First Serve Process’.
• Numbers that are high in demand are auctioned online. You will have to register for the auction, and if you place the winning bid, you can claim the number by paying the amount. Registering for the auction requires you to submit a few documents and a non-refundable participation fee as well.

• If your number isn’t covered under the auction process, you should proceed to the ‘First Come First Serve Process’ tab. Here, you can simply play the fee associated with your fancy number and claim it.

   

5. Paying the amount

• The payment for the fancy number plate can either be made online, or directly at the RTO.
• Once the payment is done, you will receive a confirmation email and SMS.

• The RTO will soon process your request and the fancy number will be assigned to your vehicle.

   

What is the price of a fancy number plate in Andhra Pradesh?

As we have already covered above, the price of a fancy number plate depends on two things. If you win a number by the auction route, you will have to pay the winning bid to procure the number. However, if a number is not in high demand, the RTO assigns a fixed minimum value to it. Numbers from different tiers are assigned different values. If you wish to know how much your number will cost, take a look at the table below.

The above table lists the minimum amount you will have to pay to buy a particular number, and that is before they go to auction. However, there are more number series that are offered by the Andhra Pradesh Transport Department that motorists can apply for at a more nominal price. Take a look at them in the table below.

You can choose any number for your car, and then pay the above mentioned amount to buy it. Furthermore, if it doesn’t fall under any of the number series that have been predefined by the Andhra Pradesh Transport Department, you can get it for a nominal price of Rs. 5000.

E-auction process for fancy number plate registration in Andhra Pradesh

As we have already discussed before, some fancy number plates that see a high demand are auctioned on the Parivahan Sewa website. Here’s a quick walkthrough of the online auction process:

Step 1: Create your account on the ‘Fancy Number Page’ of the Parivahan Sewa website, and log into your account.

Step 2: You need to register for the auction process. The fancy numbers are divided into four groups, and depending on the number you desire, you need to register for the relevant category. You will be required to submit a few documents and details, and pay a non-refundable participation fee.

Step 3: Once the auction begins, you can place your bid. An auction usually lasts for a period of three days, and the highest bid for a particular number is always displayed on the website.

Step 4: If your bid turns out to be the winner, the RTO will intimate you through an email and SMS. It will then proceed to process your registration request. You will also receive a certificate of confirmation which will act as proof of allocation.

Step 5: Once your request is processed, the fancy number will be allocated to your vehicle. 

Conclusion

Acquiring a fancy number plate or a VIP number is a slightly complicated process. However, the online application procedure and auction system makes things easier for those interested in getting the choicest registration number for their vehicle. While there are fixed rate slabs for different series of numbers, it is the bidding process that is an unknown variable in the whole process. Sometimes, heavy demand for a number can take its price to astronomical heights. Therefore, it is important that you decide beforehand how much you are willing to spend on a fancy or VIP number for your car and try to keep your final bid under that price.

FAQs

Q. What is the price for a 0001 number plate in Andhra Pradesh?

The starting price of a 0001 number plate in Andhra Pradesh is Rs 5 lakh. This amount can go higher depending upon the interest in it at the time of auction.

Q. What is the price for a 9999 number plate in Andhra Pradesh?

The starting price of a 9999 number plate in Andhra Pradesh is Rs 2 lakh. This amount can go higher depending upon the demand for it at the time of the auction.

Q. What is the price for a 0009 number plate in Andhra Pradesh?

The starting price of a 0009 number plate in Andhra Pradesh is Rs 3 lakh. This amount can go higher depending upon the interest surrounding it at the time of auction.

Q. What is the price for a 0003 number plate in Andhra Pradesh?

The starting price of a 0003 number plate in Andhra Pradesh is Rs 3 lakh. This amount can go higher depending upon the events of the auction.

Q. What is the price for a 0002 number plate in Andhra Pradesh?

The starting price of a 0002 number plate in Andhra Pradesh is Rs 3 lakh. This amount can go higher depending upon the events of the auction.

Q. How can I check the availability of my chosen number in Andhra Pradesh?

You can check the availability of your chosen number by visiting the Fancy Number Booking section on the Parivahan Sewa website.

Q. How long does the entire process of getting a fancy number plate take in Andhra Pradesh?

The auction for fancy numbers can last up to 3 days. Apart from that, the RTO takes the usual time that is required to register a new vehicle. On an average, you should be able to complete the fancy number plate process in Andhra Pradesh in about a week.