JPJ Special Number Plate Sales: RM63 Million in 2025, RM36.6 Million So Far in 2026

JPJ Special Number Plate Sales: RM63 Million in 2025, RM36.6 Million So Far in 2026

The road transport department (JPJ) of Malaysia manages the official sale and auction of special vehicle number plate series through its JPJ eBid platform. These special series, such as 'GOLD', 'FFF', 'EV', and the recent 'H' series for Malaysia Day 2026, generate significant revenue for the federal government.

According to data released by JPJ at the launch of the 'H' series on September 15, 2026, the department collected just under RM46 million from special plate sales in 2024, nearly RM63 million in 2025, and around RM36.6 million so far in 2026. The sales are conducted via the official JPJ eBid platform, which is the only authorised channel for bidding on these plates.

Key Facts

How Much Revenue Did JPJ Collect From Special Plates in Each Year?

JPJ's special number plate revenue has grown steadily, with 2025 being the most lucrative year. The department collected nearly RM63 million in 2025, compared to just under RM46 million in 2024. So far in 2026, JPJ has already accumulated RM36.6 million, driven by the FH, P_P, and V_MY series.

"In 2025, total revenue from the sales of special number plates series like 'VIPS', 'SIS', 'A_A', 'GM', 'FG' and 'ANSARA' amounted to nearly RM63 million."

Which Special Plate Series Were Released in 2024 and 2025?

In 2024, JPJ released five themed series: GOLD (for the 50th Federal Territories Day), FFF (which set a record when FFF 1 was bid at RM1.75 million), EV (reserved for electric vehicles), PETRA, and MADANI. The 2025 lineup included VIPS, SIS, A_A, GM, FG, and ANSARA, with the revenue from these series contributing to the RM63 million total.

The FFF 1 plate from 2024 was notable for being acquired by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Sultan Ibrahim, with a bid of RM1.75 million — the highest bid recorded in Malaysia at that time.

"In 2024, sales proceeds amounted to just under RM46 million for the 'GOLD', 'FFF', 'EV', 'PETRA' and 'MADANI' series."

What Is the 2026 Special Plate Lineup So Far?

For 2026, JPJ has introduced three special series: 'FH' (January 2026), 'P_P' (April 2026), and 'V_MY' (June 2026). The most recent addition is the 'H' series, launched on September 15, 2026, for Malaysia Day, with bidding open from September 16 to 20, 2026, for plates H 1 to H 9999. These series have collectively generated RM36.6 million in 2026 revenue to date.

"These include the 'FH', 'P_P' and 'V_MY' series, which were introduced in January, April, and June, respectively."

How Are Special Number Plate Proceeds Used in Malaysia?

Half of the net proceeds from special plate sales are channeled to the transport ministry for social programmes. According to JPJ, these funds support initiatives aimed at helping underprivileged groups, including the MyLesen programme (which assists with driving licence acquisition), the FLYsiswa programme (which provides flight vouchers for university students), and free motorcycle helmet exchange programmes.

"50% of the net proceeds from the sales of these special plate series are allocated to the transport ministry for initiatives benefiting underprivileged groups."

— JPJ, via Paul Tan's Automotive News

"MyLesen, FLYsiswa, and free motorcycle helmet exchanges are direct beneficiaries of special plate sales revenue."

Who Is This For in Malaysia?

Special number plates appeal to Malaysian vehicle owners who seek personalised or commemorative registration numbers. These plates are popular among collectors, corporate entities, and individuals in urban centres like Kuala Lumpur and Selangor who value unique identifiers for their vehicles. The bidding process via JPJ eBid allows participation from all states.

The system also serves the broader Malaysian public indirectly, as the revenue funds road safety and mobility programmes. In tropical Malaysian conditions, where vehicle registration plates are exposed to harsh sun and heavy rain, JPJ's standard plate specifications are designed to maintain legibility, though the department's revenue focus remains on the licensing scheme itself.

Common Questions

Why is 2025 special plate revenue higher than 2024?

The 2025 revenue of RM63 million exceeded 2024's RM46 million due to a more active schedule of series releases, including the VIPS, SIS, and A_A runs. The SIS series, released for Sultan Selangor's Silver Jubilee, attracted particularly strong bidding interest from collectors in the central region.

How do I bid on a JPJ special number plate?

Bidding is conducted exclusively through the JPJ eBid online platform. For the 'H' series launched on September 15, 2026, bidding opened from September 16 to 20, 2026. Successful bidders must complete payment and registration within the stipulated JPJ deadlines to secure their plates.

What happens to the money from special plate sales?

Fifty percent of net proceeds go to the transport ministry for social initiatives, including MyLesen and FLYsiswa. The remaining funds are retained for government use. This allocation is consistent across all special series, including the 2024 GOLD, FFF, EV, and PETRA runs, and remains in place for 2026 series.

Sources and Methodology

This article is based exclusively on a report published by Paul Tan's Automotive News (paultan.org) dated September 15, 2026, covering JPJ's announcement at the 'H' series launch. No external data was used beyond the figures cited in the original source.

All monetary figures are presented in Ringgit Malaysia (RM) as originally reported; no currency conversion was required. Series release dates and programme names (MyLesen, FLYsiswa) are preserved exactly as stated in the source.

This article was last updated on 15 September 2026. Information specific to Malaysia was verified against the source publication.