FASTag: How to recharge it using Google Pay, Paytm, and PhonePe app
To recharge your FASTag using the Paytm app, navigate to the FASTag section, select your issuing bank, enter your vehicle details, and proceed with the payment. You can use your Paytm Wallet, debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI for the transaction.How to recharge using PhonePeTo recharge your FASTag using the PhonePe app, open the app, navigate to "Recharge & Pay Bills", select "FASTag Recharge", choose your bank, enter your vehicle registration number, and confirm. Enter the desired recharge amount and complete the payment using your preferred method.Recharging your FASTag via UPI is not only the easiest but also the most reliable method, ensuring you don't get stuck at a toll plaza for lack of balance. With just your UPI app and the unique FASTag ID, you can keep your journeys hassle-free.- Ends
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