Indiana Form INBPR-A is an official application used for base plate registration in the state of Indiana. The form is specifically designed for businesses or entities that wish to register vehicles under the state’s Base Plate Registration (BPR) system. It helps businesses obtain the necessary plates for vehicles they operate and ensures compliance with the state’s registration requirements. The form provides a comprehensive method for submitting vehicle details, business information, and contact details to the Indiana Department of Revenue. Completing this form correctly is crucial for ensuring that businesses are properly registered and able to legally operate vehicles within the state.
How to File Indiana Form INBPR-A
To file the Indiana Form INBPR-A, follow these instructions step-by-step. Make sure you provide all the required information accurately to avoid any delays in processing.
How to Complete Indiana INBPR-A
Section 1
Line 1: Legal Name
Enter the legal name of the business or entity as it is officially registered with the Indiana Secretary of State or Indiana Department of Revenue. This will match the name under which the entity is legally recognized.
Line 2: Business Entity Type
Select the appropriate business entity type from the options provided:
- Partnership
- Incorporation
- Sole-Proprietorship
- Nonprofit
- Government-Owned
Line 3: Federal ID Number
Enter the Federal Identification Number (EIN) for your business if it is incorporated or a partnership. If you are a sole proprietor, enter your Social Security Number.
Lines 4 through 8: Indiana Business Address
Enter the complete physical address of your business in Indiana, including street address, city, state, and zip code.
Lines 9 through 13: Mailing Address
Enter the mailing address where all correspondence related to the BPR Account should be sent. This address may be different from the physical address you entered in Lines 4 through 8.
Line 14: Indiana Business Telephone Number
Enter your business’s telephone number in Indiana for official communication.
Line 15: Email Address
Provide a valid email address for electronic communications related to the BPR Unit.
Line 16: BPR Account/Fleet Number
Enter the BPR account number and fleet number if applicable. If this application is for a new account, leave this section blank.
Line 17: License Year
Enter the last two digits of the license year you are applying for.
Line 18: Staggered Month
Enter the staggered month for the BPR account, which refers to the month in which your registration renews.
Line 19: New Account
Indicate if this application is for a new account by checking the box for “Yes” or “No.”
Line 20: Taxpayer Identification Number
Enter your taxpayer identification number (TIN), which you obtain from the Indiana Department of Revenue. All business entities are required to have a TIN.
Line 21: Account Contact Person’s Name
Enter the name of the person who will be responsible for managing the BPR account.
Line 22: Contact Telephone Number
Provide the contact telephone number for the person listed in Line 21.
Line 23: Account Fax Number
If applicable, enter the fax number for the account contact person.
Section 2
Column 1: Unit Number
Enter the assigned unit or equipment number for each vehicle you are registering.
Column 2: Vehicle Year
Enter the model year of the vehicle.
Column 3: Vehicle Make
Enter the make of the vehicle using the three-letter abbreviation from the vehicle title.
Column 4: Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Enter the entire VIN of the vehicle as listed on the certificate of title.
Column 5: Vehicle Type
Select the type of vehicle being registered. Use the abbreviations provided:
- TK (Truck)
- TR (Tractor)
- TT (Truck Tractor)
- RT (Road Tractor)
- ST (Semi-Trailer)
- FT (Full Trailer)
- WR (Wrecker)
For semi-trailers, enter “1ST” for one-year plates, “5ST” for five-year plates, or “PST” for permanent plates.
Column 6: Axles or Seats
Enter the number of axles for the vehicle or the seat capacity if the vehicle is a bus.
Column 7: MCS USDOT Number
Enter the USDOT number for the motor carrier entity responsible for the vehicle’s safety.
Column 8: Fuel Type
Enter the fuel type for the vehicle. Options include:
- CNG (Compressed Natural Gas)
- D (Diesel)
- E (Electric)
- G (Gasoline)
- H (Hybrid)
- LNG (Liquid Natural Gas)
- P (Propane)
- O (Other)
Column 9: Unladen Weight
Enter the weight of the vehicle with all standard equipment but no load.
Column 10: Declared Gross Weight
Enter the weight of the vehicle plus the maximum load it will carry.
Column 11: Declared Combined Gross Weight
Enter the combined weight of the vehicle and any additional trailers.
Column 12: Purchase Price
Enter the actual purchase price of the vehicle, excluding trade-ins or taxes.
Column 13: Factory Price
Enter the manufacturer’s retail price for the vehicle, excluding trade-ins or taxes.
Column 14: Purchase Date
Enter the date the vehicle was purchased (month, day, and year).
Column 15: Vehicle Owner Name
Enter the name of the titled vehicle owner if different from the applicant.
Column 16: County
Enter the county where the vehicle is registered.
Column 17: Perjury Statement
This section must be signed by the responsible person under penalty of perjury, confirming that all information provided is true and correct. Include the job title and the date.
Column 18: Insurance Company Name and Policy Number
Enter the name of the insurance company providing coverage for the vehicle and the policy number.