If you’re based anywhere in Sindh and need to swap your old plates for the new Ajrak-themed, retro-reflective ones, you can do almost everything from your phone. This guide walks you through Ajrak design number plates online—eligibility, fees, how to apply, how to track status, and what to do if your plates are delayed.
Quick win: Clear your motor vehicle taxes first. The Excise Department explicitly advises doing this before you apply so your request isn’t held back.
Why the Ajrak plates matter
The new plates are part of Sindh’s Safe City work and include security features (threads in the background, 3D holograms, and barcodes) so cameras can read them clearly—even at night. Only Excise-issued plates are valid; aftermarket lookalikes don’t carry these security features.
Who can apply
You should have the vehicle registered in your name and be up to date on taxes. Bikes and four-wheelers are both eligible.
Fees (indicative)
- Cars/jeeps (four-wheelers): ~PKR 2,450
- Motorcycles (two-wheelers): ~PKR 1,850
These figures are consistently reported across reputable sources; the exact amount shows after you generate your PSID.
How to apply for Ajrak design number plates online (official portal)
- Open the Excise Tax Portal and choose Quick Online Pay Taxes.
Enter your mobile number + registration number. Your tax must be clear to proceed.
Select “Replacement Number Plate.” Pick your preferred collection facility/branch.
Generate your PSID (payment slip ID). The portal shows the fee (and a small courier fee for the challan copy). Pay via online banking/digital channels or at a partner bank.
Save your receipt. If you’re stopped while your plates are still in process, keep the official payment/processing receipt with your vehicle to avoid fines.
Prefer an in-person route? You can also apply at your nearest Excise branch; the online route simply reduces queues.
How to track your plate status (and pick up smartly)
Track online: Use the Check Your Number Plate page to see when yours is ready.
Fast check: The Available Number Plates page lists series delivered to Civic Centre—handy if yours is already in the pile. Excise and Taxation Department
What to take for collection: Bring your original file and old plate (even if damaged). Lost the old one? Apply for a duplicate in the portal.
Delays & backlogs—what to do
Backlogs did occur during the initial rollout. If you’re waiting, keep the official receipt in the car and install the previous government plate until your new one is issued. Authorities have publicly advised carrying the receipt; stick to official plates only (no aftermarket replicas).
Pro tips to avoid common hiccups
- Clear dues first: Tax arrears will stall your application.
- Use the same mobile number throughout (portal + payment) so SMS updates aren’t missed.
- Mind the deadline updates: Sindh extended plate deadlines during 2025 (e.g., up to Aug 14, 2025). Check current notices on trusted news or the Excise site if you’re applying later.
How to verify a vehicle before applying (or when buying used)
A quick ownership/tax check can save headaches—especially if you’re buying a used car or transferring ownership.
- Official online verification: The Excise portal offers vehicle lookup/related services and CNIC-based tools (availability may vary by service).
- Step-by-step help: See this practical guide to verifying a vehicle in Sindh for the methods buyers/sellers use before a transfer.
Note: Some third-party blogs mention SMS lookups and helplines for quick checks, but these can change. Prefer the official portal/app or well-known help desks when possible.
FAQs
Do I need biometric verification to get the new plates?
Vehicles must be properly registered/transferred to the current owner; NADRA biometric verification requirements have been rolling out in phases for registration/transfer workflows. Check the current Excise/NADRA guidance if you’re also transferring ownership.
Can I keep driving while I wait?
Yes—carry your official replacement plate receipt and keep your government-issued old plate installed until pickup. Avoid aftermarket/“close enough” plates.
Where do I pay?
After generating a PSID on the Excise portal, you can pay through supported digital channels or at banks.
Bottom line
Applying for Ajrak design number plates online is straightforward: clear taxes, apply via the Excise portal, pay the PSID, then track your status and collect with original documents. Stick to official channels and keep your receipt handy while you wait—that’s the smoothest path to compliant, secure plates in Sindh.
