FASTag Annual Pass to Launch on August 15: What Frequent Highway Travellers Should Know

Starting Independence Day, August 15, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) will roll out the FASTag Annual Pass for private vehicles, offering hassle-free highway travel with a single payment.

The pass is designed for frequent highway users, allowing drivers to pay one-time ₹3,000 for either 200 toll crossings or one year of unlimited travel, whichever comes first. This move aims to reduce repeated recharges, speed up toll payments, and cut waiting times at toll plazas.

What is the FASTag Annual Pass?

Announced in June, the FASTag Annual Pass is exclusive to non-commercial private vehicles. Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari highlighted that the scheme addresses issues with toll plazas located close together, simplifying payments through a single, convenient plan.

The pass will be linked to your existing active FASTag, which must be registered to the vehicle’s number. It will be valid only on NHAI and MoRTH national highways and expressways.

Benefits of the Pass

• No repeated online recharges
• Reduced waiting time at toll plazas
• Fewer payment disputes
• Covers 200 trips or a full year with a single payment

How to Buy the Pass

• Visit the Rajmarg Yatra app or the NHAI/MoRTH website
• Log in using your vehicle number and FASTag ID
• Pay ₹3,000 online via UPI, debit/credit card, or net banking
• The pass will be linked to your FASTag and activated from August 15

Where the Pass Works

Applicable on: Toll plazas on NHAI national highways and expressways, such as the Delhi–Mumbai Expressway and Mumbai–Nashik highway.

Not applicable on: State highways or municipal roads, including Mumbai–Pune Expressway or Agra–Lucknow Expressway.

Rules & Conditions

• Only valid for private vehicles
• Non-transferable – works for a single registered vehicle only
• No auto-renewal – users must reapply after expiry
• Limited to 200 trips or one year, whichever occurs first