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India.com
2 days ago
- Automotive
- India.com
FASTag annual pass now LIVE: Get 200 toll free trips on National Highways and Expressways for just Rs..., here's how it is activated
FASTag annual pass now LIVE: Get 200 toll free trips on National Highways and Expressways for just Rs..., here's how it is activated The government has launched a new annual highway toll pass for private cars, jeeps, and vans, starting Friday. This comes a day after the pre-booking for the FASTag-based annual pass began. The system uses RFID technology to automatically deduct toll charges from a prepaid account linked to the vehicle, allowing smooth travel on National Highways without the hassle of recharging FASTag again and again. With this new pass, private vehicle owners can make up to 200 toll-free trips on national highways and expressways in a year by paying a flat fee of Rs. 3,000. This pass is only for private vehicles. It will not be available for yellow-board taxis, commercial vehicles, buses, state highway tolls, city tolls, or parking areas. These will still work under the usual pay-per-use FASTag system. How will the FASTag pass be activated? To start using the pass, you need to verify your vehicle and FASTag, then pay Rs. 3,000. The pass will be activated within two hours of payment and will remain valid for one year. On Expressways or State Highways managed by state governments or local bodies, your FASTag will work like a regular one, and normal toll charges may apply. The pass is valid for one year from the activation date or until 200 trips are completed, whichever comes first. Once either limit is reached, the pass automatically reverts to a regular FASTag. Do existing users need a new FASTag? No. If you already have a FASTag on your vehicle, you don't need to buy a new one. The annual pass can be linked to your existing FASTag. However, completing the KYC process for your FASTag is necessary to get the pass. How many trips are allowed with the FASTag annual pass? The FASTag annual pass is valid for one year or up to 200 trips, whichever comes first. Once you complete either limit, your FASTag will go back to its normal pay-per-use mode. On closed tolling highways like the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway (where tolls are collected at exit points), one trip covers both the entry and exit. On open tolling routes like Delhi-Chandigarh (where tolls are collected at each plaza), each toll crossing counts as one trip. Average highway tolls typically range between Rs. 70–Rs. 100 per trip. With the annual pass, the effective cost drops to Rs. 15–Rs. 20 per crossing, translating to potential savings of over Rs. 7,000 per year for regular long-distance drivers. Who cannot get the FASTag pass? If your FASTag is registered using only the chassis number, you can't get the pass. You'll first need to update it with your Vehicle Registration Number (VRN). Your mobile number must also be up to date. Can the annual pass be transferred to another vehicle? No. The pass is linked to one specific vehicle, and transferring it could get it blacklisted.
New Indian Express
2 days ago
- Automotive
- New Indian Express
NHAI's new annual FASTag highway toll pass: All you need to know
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has rolled out a FASTag-based annual toll pass priced at Rs 3,000 for private cars, jeeps and vans. The pass, launched on Friday, allows up to 200 toll booth crossings on National Highways (NH) and National Expressways (NE) in a year, after which it can be renewed. Those who already have a FASTag on their vehicle will not need to purchase a new one, but the FASTag KYC must be completed. The scheme is not available for vehicles registered only with a chassis number — owners will need to update their Vehicle Registration Number (VRN) and ensure their mobile number is current. Where it can be used The pass will be valid only at NH and NE fee plazas. On highways or expressways managed by state governments, local bodies, or private concessionaires, it will function like a regular FASTag and normal charges will apply. How trips are counted On closed tolling highways such as the Delhi–Mumbai Expressway, one trip covers both entry and exit points, while on open tolling routes like the Delhi–Chandigarh highway, each toll plaza crossing counts as a separate trip. The pass remains valid for one year or 200 trips — whichever comes first — after which the FASTag will revert to normal use. How to get and activate the pass A dedicated activation link is available on the Rajmarg Yatra app, as well as the official websites of NHAI and the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH). To activate, motorists must verify their vehicle and FASTag, pay Rs 3,000, and wait for up to two hours for activation. The pass is non-transferable, and attempts to use it for another vehicle may result in blacklisting. Why it matters The initiative aims to make frequent travel across the national highway network more convenient by removing the need for repeated recharges. According to the ministry, motorists could save between Rs 5,000 and Rs 7,000 annually in toll fees. The system relies on RFID-based electronic toll collection, which automatically deducts charges from a prepaid account linked to the vehicle. As of December 1, 2024, more than 10.1 crore FASTags had been issued in India. Not mandatory Purchasing the annual pass is optional. Motorists can continue using their FASTag in the usual pay-per-trip mode if they prefer.
NDTV
2 days ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
You Can Now Buy Rs 3,000 FASTag Annual Pass: Eligibility, Benefits Explained
The annual highway toll pass for private cars, jeeps and vans was rolled out on Friday. A day earlier, the Union Government opened the pre-booking window for FASTag-based annual passes that will use Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology to automatically deduct toll charges from a prepaid account linked to the vehicle. Here is everything you need to know about the annual passes, its procurement and services: What is the FASTag annual pass? It is a prepaid pass applicable only for non-commercial private vehicles such as cars, jeeps, and vans. It will allow seamless travel across National Highways without the need for repeated recharging of FASTag cards for toll payments. Where can you use the annual pass? It will be valid only at National Highway (NH) and National Expressway (NE) fee plazas. If the highway or expressway is state or private, then you will not be able to obtain free entry with the annual FASTag pass. Where to buy the pass from? A dedicated link for activation of the annual pass is available on the Rajmarg Yatra app. The link would also be available on the official websites of National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH). How will the pass get activated? To activate the pass, you will have to verify your vehicle and FASTag. After this, you have to pay Rs 3,000. It will be activated in two hours after the payment, and then the pass can be used for a year. At fee plazas on Expressways, State Highways (SH) managed by state governments or local bodies, the FASTag will operate as a regular one, and applicable user fee charges may apply. Will existing users have to buy a new FASTag? According to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, those who already have a FASTag on their vehicles will not need to purchase a new FASTag. This pass will be activated on your existing one. However, KYC of the FASTag is a must to obtain the annual pass. How many trips can you make using the annual pass? The FASTag annual pass will remain valid for a year or will permit 200 trips. After the completion of one year or 200 trips, it will start working as it used to do earlier. In closed tolling highways such as Delhi-Mumbai Expressway - where toll collection occurs exclusively at exit points - a single trip includes both entry and exit points. On the other hand, on open tolling routes like Delhi-Chandigarh, each toll plaza crossing would constitute a separate trip. Who is not eligible for the pass? You will not be able to obtain the pass if your FASTag is registered using the chassis number. For this, you will have to update the Vehicle Registration Number (VRN). Also, the mobile number should be updated. What are the benefits of purchasing an annual pass? One can save Rs 5,000 to Rs 7,000 in toll tax. Besides, one will not have to worry of running out of recharge in the middle of a trip. Can the annual FASTag pass be transferred to another vehicle? No. Doing so may get your pass blacklisted.
Hans India
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Hans India
Centre launches FASTag based annual toll pass for private vehicles
New Delhi: The government on Friday introduced FASTag-based annual toll pass for private vehicles on the occasion of the 79th Independence Day. The annual pass is priced at Rs 3,000. Cars, jeeps, and vans can use this facility at toll plazas run by the National Highways Authority of India and the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. The pass is valid for one year from activation or for 200 toll trips, whichever occurs first. When the limit is reached, the FASTag automatically switches to standard pay-per-trip mode. For point-based toll plazas, each one-way crossing counts as a trip, and a return counts as two. In closed or ticketed systems, a complete entry-to-exit journey counts as one trip. Only non-commercial private vehicles are eligible for the pass and it will only be given to cars, jeeps and vans registered for personal use. It is valid on national highways and expressways managed by NHAI and MoRTH. State highway toll plazas are not covered unless they are integrated into the central FASTag system. To purchase the pass, vehicle owners must have an active FASTag linked to their registration number affixed to the windscreen. They should not be blacklisted from purchasing the pass. Some FASTags, especially those issued for new vehicles, may only be registered with the vehicle's chassis number. The Annual Pass cannot be activated on such FASTags and they should be updated to include the complete vehicle registration number. The pass is available for purchase via the Rajmarg Yatra mobile app, NHAI or MoRTH websites, or authorised FASTag issuer portals. Payment for the pass (Rs 3,000) can be made via UPI, debit or credit card, or net banking. FASTag wallet balances cannot be used for this purpose. Activation is usually completed within two hours and confirmed by SMS. The average toll for a passenger vehicle is about Rs 50. Completing 200 trips in a year without the pass would cost around Rs 10,000. With the annual pass, the cost is fixed at Rs. 3,000, which saves about Rs. 7,000 for frequent highway travellers.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Annual FASTag pass for private vehicles to be introduced today
Advt Coverage and usage Existing FASTags and state highways By , ETInfra The government will roll out an annual highway toll pass priced at ₹3,000 for private cars, jeeps, and vans from Friday. Pre-booking has opened for FASTag-based annual passes that allow up to 200 toll booth crossings on national highways and expressways within a year.A dedicated link for activation of the annual pass is available on the Rajmarg Yatra app . It will also be accessible on the websites of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH).The pass will apply only to non-commercial private vehicles such as cars, jeeps, and vans. It will be valid at National Highway (NH) and National Expressway (NE) fee plazas. Users will not need to repeatedly recharge their FASTag accounts for toll payments until the 200-trip limit is reached. The pass can be recharged again after this closed tolling highways, such as the Delhi–Mumbai Expressway where toll collection occurs at exit points, a single trip includes both entry and exit. On open tolling routes, such as the Delhi–Chandigarh route, each toll plaza crossing will count as a separate to MoRTH, those who already have a FASTag will not need to purchase a new one. At fee plazas on state highways or expressways managed by state governments or local bodies, the FASTag will operate as a regular one, and applicable user fees will be uses Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology to deduct toll charges from a prepaid account linked to the vehicle. Over 10.1 crore FASTags were issued until 1 December 2024, according to the ministry's year-end review.
