KA · VIP Fancy Numbers

Karnataka Number Plate Auction

Everything you need to bid for 0001, 0786, 7777 and other VIP numbers in Karnataka — official portal, EMD, bidding steps, record prices and tier-wise pricing.

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KA 01 AA 0001

Super Elite — Karnataka

State Code

Frequency

Weekly in Bengaluru (KA-01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 51)

EMD

₹20,000 – ₹40,000

Official Portal

vahan.parivahan.gov.in/fancy

How series auctions work in Karnataka

Bengaluru is the most competitive market — KA-01 through KA-05 plates attract premium bids. Mysuru (KA-09) and Mangaluru (KA-19) also have regular auctions.

🏆 Notable Auction in Karnataka

Premium 0001 plates from Bengaluru RTOs such as KA-01 routinely fetch several lakhs of rupees.

Bidding Process in Karnataka

1
Visit vahan.parivahan.gov.in/fancy
Log in / register with mobile OTP and link your Aadhaar & PAN. First-time users upload a photo ID.
2
Browse upcoming fancy number list
Karnataka publishes the list of fancy numbers available for bidding along with reserve price for each.
3
Pay Earnest Money Deposit (EMD)
EMD in Karnataka is ₹20,000 – ₹40,000. Paid online via net-banking / UPI / card.
4
Place your bid in the open window
You can revise your bid any number of times during the auction window (typically 48–72 hours).
5
Check result & pay balance
Winners are announced immediately after close. Pay the balance within the stipulated 24–48 hour window.
6
Register your vehicle
Take the allotment letter to your registering RTO in Karnataka. The vehicle is registered under the chosen fancy number.

Fancy Number Tiers in Karnataka

Category	Examples	Base Price
Super Elite (0001)	0001	₹5,00,000+
VIP Single Digit	0002, 0003, 0005, 0007, 0009	₹1,00,000+
Repeating Triples	0777, 0999, 1111, 7777	₹50,000+
Date / Year Numbers	1947, 2000, 1984	₹25,000+
Lucky Numbers	0786, 0420, 0108	₹15,000+
Mirror Numbers	1221, 1331, 1441	₹10,000+

Final prices are driven by competitive bidding — actual winning bids in metros often go 4–5× above base.

Documents Needed to Bid in Karnataka

✓Aadhaar card (KYC)
✓PAN card
✓Mobile number (for OTP)
✓Email ID (for auction alerts)
✓Vehicle invoice / dealer quotation
✓Chassis & engine number (if vehicle is purchased)
✓Bank account for EMD refund
✓Passport-size photograph

FAQs — Karnataka Number Plate Auction

What portal is used for number plate auction in Karnataka?

Karnataka uses vahan.parivahan.gov.in/fancy for fancy number bookings. Many auctions are also listed on the national Parivahan Fancy Portal (vahan.parivahan.gov.in/fancy).

How often does Karnataka hold number plate auctions?

Weekly in Bengaluru (KA-01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 51). Each auction opens when a new registration series is about to be released at an RTO.

What is the EMD for fancy numbers in Karnataka?

EMD in Karnataka ranges between ₹20,000 – ₹40,000, depending on the tier of the number you are bidding for.

How do I pay the winning bid amount in Karnataka?

Winners must pay the balance (bid amount minus EMD) online within 24–48 hours of winning. Payment modes: net-banking, UPI, debit/credit card. Failure forfeits EMD.

How do I get a fancy number in Bengaluru?

Register on the Parivahan fancy portal, select Karnataka, select your Bengaluru RTO (KA-01 to KA-05 or KA-51), pay EMD and bid.