FASTag Annual Pass Launched: Save on Toll Taxes with This ₹3,000 Yearly Plan

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Starting August 15, 2025, the Indian government’s new FASTag Annual Pass will allow private vehicle owners to travel on national highways without frequent recharges. Here’s everything you need to know:

What is the FASTag Annual Pass?

  • Cost: ₹3,000/year (or 200 trips, whichever comes first)

  • Validity: 1 year (non-extendable)

  • Eligible Vehicles: Private cars, jeeps, vans (not for commercial trucks/taxis)

  • Coverage: NHAI & MoRTH-operated toll plazas (excludes state highways & city tolls)

Who Should Get It?

✔ Frequent travelers (15+ toll crossings/month)
✔ Daily commuters on highways like Delhi-Mumbai Expressway, Mumbai-Nashik Highway
✔ Private vehicle owners with an active FASTag

How to Check Eligibility?

  1. Vehicle Type: Only non-commercial (private) vehicles qualify.

  2. Active FASTag: Must be properly installed & linked to your car’s registration.

  3. Route: Valid only on central govt. highways (not state/city tolls).

  4. Usage: Worth it if you cross tolls 15-20+ times/month.

  5. Documents Needed: RC book, FASTag ID, mobile number, payment method.

How to Buy Online?

  1. Visit NHAI/MoRTH website or ‘Rajmarg Yatra’ app

  2. Log in via FASTag ID/vehicle number

  3. Pay ₹3,000 via UPI/digital payment

  4. Get activation SMS – valid from Aug 15, 2025

Key Terms

  • Non-refundable & non-transferable

  • No auto-renewal – reapply after expiry

  • Trip limit: Max 200 toll crossings/year

Who Should Avoid It?

✖ Occasional travelers (fewer than 10 toll trips/month)
✖ Commercial vehicles (trucks, taxis, buses)
✖ State highway users (e.g., Mumbai-Pune Expressway)

Pro Tip: Calculate your monthly toll expenses – if exceeding ₹250/month, this pass saves money!

Will you opt for the FASTag Annual Pass? 🚗 #FASTag #TollTax #HighwayTravel