FASTag Annual Pass: New Rules, Start Date, How to Apply & Activate

The Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways has introduced the FASTag annual pass for highway travel. This annual pass is convenient for frequent travellers across the country.

Read on to know more about the:

• FASTag annual pass
• FASTag new rules 2025
• How to apply and activate FASTag annual pass

What is FASTag?

FASTag is a device for making electronic toll payments using Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology. A Radio Frequency Identification Chip (RFIC) is embedded in the FASTag sticker, which contains a unique 13-digit electronic code identifying the vehicle. The FASTag sticker is fixed on the vehicle’s windscreen.

When a vehicle with a FASTag sticker approaches a toll plaza, the RFID reader at the plaza scans the RFIC chip on the sticker and deducts the toll amount from the savings or prepaid account linked with that FASTag.

The government has made FASTag mandatory for all four-wheelers in India from 1 January 2021. Personal vehicles without FASTag will have to pay double the toll tax.

FASTag New Rules 2025

On 18 June 2025, the Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways announced a FASTag-based annual pass designed exclusively for non-commercial private vehicles such as vans, cars and jeeps. However, this pass is not issued for commercial vehicles.

Private vehicle owners can get a FASTag annual pass for Rs. 3,000. The pass is valid for a year from its activation or up to 200 trips in a year, whichever comes first. The FASTag annual pass will provide commuters with hassle-free highway travel without restrictions on National Highways (NH) and National Expressways (NE) throughout the year. 

The FASTag annual pass aims to offer uninterrupted, seamless, and cost-effective travel for vehicle owners. It eliminates the need for frequent FASTag top-ups and enhances the driving experience across India’s national road network.

The proposed policy provides a two-payment model for highway usage. The first option is the annual pass of Rs. 3,000, which grants unlimited access to toll roads. The second option is a distance-based model, under which car owners will have to pay a fixed rate of Rs. 50 per 100 km, ideal for occasional travellers who do not use highways frequently.

How Does FASTag Annual Pass Work?

Vehicle owners must have a FASTag to apply and activate the FASTag annual pass. It will activated and linked directly to their existing FASTag. Thus, vehicle owners who do have an exisiting FASTag account cannot apply for the annual pass. 

Additionally, to activate the FASTag annual pass, the vehicle has to meet the eligibility criteria, i.e., FASTag must be properly affixed on the vehicle's windshield, FASTag must be active, FASTag must be linked to a valid Vehicle Registration Number, it must not be blacklisted, etc.

The FASTag annual pass will be prepaid with Rs. 3,000 and toll payments will be managed through the existing FASTag. Users can drive through the national highway or national expressway managed by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) without worrying about toll payments until the validity period ends or for 200 trips in a year without any per-trip charges. When the validity of the annual pass expires, users can recharge it normally with Rs. 3,000, like the current FASTag system.

How Will Toll Crossing be Counted?

For the FASTag annual pass, a complete round trip through a single toll plaza will be counted as one crossing in a closed-loop toll collection system, i.e., where both the entry and exit are recorded. This rule will prevent disputes of double charges and promote fair usage tracking. In case of point-based fee plazas, each crossing of a fee plaza is counted as one crossing and round trips are counted as two trips. 

Fastag New Rules 2025 Minimum Balance

The newly introduced FASTag annual pass costs Rs. 3,000. The fixed pricing is intended to offer savings for regular users who pay tolls for every trip.

FASTag Annual Pass Implementation Date

The FASTag annual pass will be implemented from 15 August 2025. 

Who Can Use FASTag Annual Toll Pass?

People who are already having a FASTag can use the FASTag annual toll pass. The FASTag annual pass can be used only for non-commercial private vehicles, such as jeeps, cars, and vans. Commercial vehicles, such as buses, trucks, and taxis, cannot apply for the FASTag annual pass. People who regularly travel through cities or who frequently visit their hometowns will benefit from the FASTag annual pass. 

Who Can Apply for FASTag Annual Pass?

The people meeting these conditions can apply for FASTag annual pass:

• The vehicle should have an active FASTag installed on its windshield.
• The FASTag must be linked with the Vehicle Registration Number (VRN).
• The FASTag should not be flagged  for any disputes or blacklisted.

Where and How to Buy FASTag Annual Pass?

The government is yet to launch the FASTag annual pass application process. It will be available on the Rajmarg Yatra App and the official websites of NHAI and MoRTH from 15 August 2025. The FASTag annual pass application process will be online. Here's how to apply for FASTag annual pass:

1. Confirm your vehicle FASTag is active and linked to your VRN.
2. Visit the official Rajmarg Yatra app or NHAI website.
3. Enter your FASTag and vehicle details.
4. Pay the one-time fee of Rs. 3,000 through the selected digital payment options.
5. After verification, the annual pass will be activated on your vehicle within 2 hours. You will also receive a confirmation regarding the same via SMS.

How to Activate FASTag Annual Pass?

The government will launch a dedicated link to activate and renew the FASTag annual pass on the Rajmarg Yatra App and the official websites of NHAI and MoRTH. 

The FASTag annual pass will get activated after verification of the vehicle eligibility. The user must pay Rs. 3,000 for the base year, i.e., 2025-26 to activate the pass. After the payment, it will be activated on the registered FASTag within two hours.

Validity of FASTag Annual Pass

Once the FASTag annual pass is activated, it is valid for one year or up to 200 trips in a year, whichever comes first. After 200 trips are completed or one year from the pass activation date, users can reactivate it.

Benefits of FASTag Annual Pass

• The FASTag annual pass will address the concerns regarding toll plazas located within a 60 km range.
• The FASTag annual pass will simplify toll payments through a single transaction.
• It will reduce wait times at toll plazas and help ease traffic flow.
• It will minimise disputes at toll plazas.
• It will facilitate a faster and smoother travel experience for private vehicle owners.
• Vehicle owners need not frequently top-up their FASTag account while travelling.
• It will streamline toll payments.
• It will be cost-effective for frequent commuters. 

How to Download FASTag Statement? 

Here's how you can download FASTag statement:

• Log in to your FASTag account on the issuer's website or app. 
• Navigate to the ‘Statement’, ‘View Statement’ or ‘Transaction History’ section. 
• Select the desired date range. 
• Click on ‘Download’ to download the statement. 

FASTag Complaint Number

The FASTag complaint number is 1033. It is the NHAI helpline number launched to assist highway users including FASTag. Here are the helpline numbers of your FASTag issuing bank. You can also contact your FASTag issuing bank to register a complaint.

The government has launched the FASTag annual pass, which costs Rs. 3,000 and allows commuters to easily make toll payments. The pass is valid for up to 200 trips or for a year from the date of its activation. This will make travel faster and ease traffic congestion at toll plazas.

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