FASTag annual pass is available for all: Price, eligibility, benefits and how to avail it

The FASTag annual pass is rolling out starting today, August 15, for daily commuters. The annual plan, priced at Rs 3,000, offers up to 200 free toll crossings at designated National Highway (NH) and National Motorway (NE) fee plazas for one year. The plan is said to reduce the toll taxes paid by commuters to Rs 15– Rs 20 per crossing. Currently, it costs somewhere between Rs 70 and Rs 100. Additionally, the FASTag annual pass will also reduce the queue at toll plazas.

Here’s everything to know about the FASTag annual pass.

FASTag annual pass price and validity

The FASTag Annual Pass offers up to 200 toll crossings at any national highway or expressway without paying tolls each time, for a fixed cost of Rs 3,000 per year. The plan is valid for up to 1 year from the activation date or for 200 trips, whichever comes first.

Once either limit is reached, the pass will automatically revert to a regular FASTag. Users will be required to renew the pass for another year or for the 200-trip limit.

FASTag annual pass eligibility

The scheme is available only for private, non-commercial vehicles such as cars, jeeps, and vans, with the details available in the VAHAN database. Commercial vehicles, like truck drivers or bus drivers, are not eligible to avail this pass.

Additionally, the Annual Pass is entirely optional, and those not willing to opt for it can continue using their existing FASTag system for regular toll payments at standard rates.

FASTag Annual Pass fee plazas

The Annual Pass can be used at National Highway (NH) and National Expressway (NE) toll plazas. State highways, roads managed by local authorities, or parking facilities will not accept the FASTag pass, and users will be required to pay regular user fees as applied.

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FASTag annual pass: How to apply

1. Visit the official website of the Rajmarg Yatra App or the NHAI/MoRTH websites.
2. Next, tap on the FASTag annual pass and fill in your details like FASTag ID and vehicle details.
3. Now, pay Rs 3,000 using digital payment methods like UPI, debit/credit card, or net banking.
4. Once done, the pass will be activated within two hours, and you’ll receive a confirmation via SMS.

Do note that your vehicle should have an active FASTag linked to its Vehicle Registration Number (VRN) and properly affixed to the windshield.