Get A BH Series Number Plate For Your Car: Discover The Eligibility, Benefits, Fees, Documents, And How To Apply

BH Series Number Plate Eligibility: The following people are eligible to opt for the BH series number plate: state and central government employees, defense personnel, bank employees, and private sector employees working in companies with offices in 4+ states or union territories.

BH Series Number Plate Benefits: According to the rules, a car registered in one state can be used in another state only for 12 months. To use it further, the car will have to be registered in the respective state. However, this is not the case with BH series number plates. It is valid nationwide. 

In short, BH series number plates eliminate the need for vehicle re-registration when relocating to any state. It saves time, paperwork, and effort. Additionally, the road tax is paid for two years or multiples of two (four, six, or eight years).

How To Apply For BH Series Number Plate: There are two options to process it- Apply yourself on MoRTH's Vahan portal or get help from your car dealership. 

-- If the dealership applies for it, they will fill out Form 20 on your behalf.  -- Private employees must submit Form 60 (Working Certificate) and an official employee ID.  -- The "BH" series needs to be selected during the application. Pay the required fees and motor vehicle tax online. -- The RTO verifies eligibility and approves the application.

BH Series Number Plate's Required Documents: To apply for the BH series number plate following documents are required: 

-- PAN card

-- Aadhaar card

-- official ID card

-- Form 60

BH Series Number Plate Road Tax/Fees: Road tax is paid for two years (or in multiples of two, four, six, or eight years). After 14 years, it is paid for one year. Additionally, registration fees vary by state but generally range from Rs 2,000 to Rs 5,000 (including hypothecation and number plate charges).