Annual FASTag pass for private vehicles to launch soon: Check date, price, features & benefits
Important Announcement 📢 🔹In a transformative step towards hassle-free highway travel, we are introducing a FASTag-based Annual Pass priced at ₹3,000, effective from 15th August 2025. Valid for one year from the date of activation or up to 200 trips—whichever comes…
What Is the Annual FASTag Pass?
The Annual FASTag pass is a prepaid toll payment system that allows private vehicle owners to travel smoothly on national highways. This pass will be priced at Rs 3,000 and will be valid for one year from the day it is activated, or until 200 trips are completed—whichever comes first.
This facility is exclusively meant for non-commercial private vehicles, including cars, jeeps, and vans.
Launch Date and Activation Details
The new FASTag-based pass will officially roll out on Independence Day, i.e., 15 August 2025. A dedicated link for activation and renewal will soon be made available on the Rajmarg Yatra App, along with the official websites of NHAI and the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH).
Key Features of the Annual FASTag Pass
Here are the main features of this new annual pass:
Fixed price of Rs 3,000
Valid for one year or up to 200 trips
Only for private vehicles
Activation through a dedicated online portal
Usable on all national highways across India
Benefits of the Annual FASTag Pass
The Annual FASTag pass comes with multiple benefits for regular highway travellers:
Cost-effective travel: Pay once and enjoy smooth rides without worrying about multiple toll payments.
No more delays: Reduces waiting time at toll plazas, especially in areas with heavy traffic.
Fewer disputes: A single pass will help avoid arguments or confusion at toll booths.
Better traffic management: Helps reduce congestion at toll points, making highways safer and faster.
User-friendly process: Easy activation and renewal through a mobile app and websites.
A Major Relief for Daily Travellers
Minister Gadkari highlighted that this initiative is a major relief for daily commuters, especially those who often face toll plazas within a 60 km stretch. The pass will simplify toll payments into a single affordable transaction, easing the burden on private vehicle owners.
He added that the policy addresses long-standing issues and enhances the overall travel experience on national highways.
The launch of the Annual FASTag pass marks a significant step in making highway travel more affordable, faster, and efficient for private vehicle owners. With an easy activation process and fixed pricing, this move is expected to bring huge convenience and savings for lakhs of commuters.
FAQs:
Q. What is the Annual FASTag Pass and when will it be launched?
The Annual FASTag Pass is a prepaid toll system for private vehicles, launching on 15 August 2025. It allows up to 200 trips or one year of highway travel, whichever comes first.
Q. What is the price of the Annual FASTag Pass?
The price of the Annual FASTag Pass is Rs 3,000 for private non-commercial vehicles like cars, jeeps, and vans.
Q. Who is eligible for the Annual FASTag Pass?
Only private non-commercial vehicle owners—including those driving cars, jeeps, and vans—are eligible for this pass.
Q. Where can I activate or renew the Annual FASTag Pass?
You can activate or renew your pass through the Rajmarg Yatra App or on the official websites of NHAI and MoRTH.
Q. How does the trip count work on open and closed tolling highways?
On open tolling routes like Delhi-Chandigarh, each toll plaza counts as a separate trip. On closed tolling routes like the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway, a single trip includes both entry and exit points.
Q. What happens after I use all 200 trips under the Annual Pass?
Once the 200 trips are used, you can recharge your FASTag account to continue travelling.
Q. How does this pass benefit private vehicle users?
The Annual FASTag Pass benefits include cost savings, reduced toll booth waiting time, fewer disputes, and smoother travel on national highways.
Q. How is the new pass different from existing monthly passes?
Current monthly passes cost Rs 340 per month (Rs 4,080 annually) and require address proof. The Annual Pass offers nationwide access without paperwork, at a one-time cost of Rs 3,000.
Q. Why is the government introducing this pass for private cars?
The new pass aims to address public concerns over toll plazas within 60 km, ease traffic congestion, and simplify toll payments with one affordable transaction.
Q. How much do private vehicles contribute to India's toll revenue?
Private vehicles account for 53% of highway traffic but contribute only Rs 8,000 crore out of the total Rs 55,000 crore toll revenue (2023-24), or around 21% of the total.
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