August 11, 2025

Hold your steering wheels tight because Indian highways are gearing up for a big change! The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is all set to roll out the FASTag Annual Pass starting August 15, India's Independence Day. This dazzling new pass, priced at just Rs 3,000, promises a smooth ride for private vehicle owners like cars, jeeps, and vans. How? It offers up to 200 toll crossings or one whole year of travel on national highways under NHAI and the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), whichever comes first. The goal is crystal clear – no more frequent top-ups, faster toll plaza transactions, and less traffic jam drama. Imagine zooming through toll gates without stopping, thanks to this prepaid plan linked to your existing FASTag. Minister of Road Transport & Highways Nitin Gadkari said, "It is aimed to address long-standing concerns regarding toll plazas located within a 60 km range and simplifies toll payments through a single, affordable transaction. By reducing wait times, easing congestion, and minimizing disputes at toll plazas, the Annual Pass aims to deliver a faster and smoother travel experience for millions of private vehicle owners." Wondering where this magic works? The pass is valid only on national highways and expressways like Delhi–Mumbai Expressway, Mumbai–Nashik, Mumbai–Surat, and Mumbai–Ratnagiri, all managed by NHAI or MoRTH. But on state highways such as the Mumbai–Pune Expressway or Agra–Lucknow Expressway, FASTag operates as usual with normal charges. How to grab your pass? Just hop onto the Rajmarg Yatra app or the official NHAI/MoRTH website. Log in using your vehicle number and FASTag ID (make sure your FASTag is active and linked correctly!). Then, pay Rs 3,000 online through UPI, debit/credit card, or net banking. Voila! Your pass will activate on August 15 with a confirmation SMS. Remember the rules: it's only for private vehicles, non-transferable, and no refunds. Every time you cross a toll plaza on an eligible highway, one trip is counted. Hit 200 trips or one year, and your FASTag returns to regular pay-per-use mode. The pass doesn’t auto-renew, so you’ll need to reapply afterwards. With this sparkling new FASTag Annual Pass, highway travel in India just got faster, cheaper, and way cooler. Ready to say goodbye to toll booth delays and hello to speedy journeys? Buckle up and enjoy the ride!

Read More at Economictimes →

Tags: Fastag, Nhai, Annual pass, Toll payments, National highways, Road transport,