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Time of India
4 hours ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
FASTag Annual Pass of Rs 3,000 can save Rs 7,000: Nitin Gadkari explains the maths
Academy Empower your mind, elevate your skills Who will benefit most from the FASTag annual pass? How will the FASTag Annual Pass work? FASTag-based Annual Pass launching on August 15, 2025 Dedicated link for activation and renewal Faster and smoother travel experience What is FASTag? Are there any charges to open a FASTag account? What are the ways to recharge a FASTag account? The Ministry of Road Transport & Highways is introducing a FASTag-based Annual Pass of Rs 3,000 for one year or 200 trips (whichever comes earlier) for private vehicles . The FASTag annual pass is introduced as part of a significant effort to make highway travel easier and more affordable. This will be effective from August 15, to a social media post on X by Nitin Gadkari , Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, 'The Rs 3,000 pass is good for non-commercial vehicles such as automobiles, jeeps, and vans and is valid for a year or up to 200 trips, whichever comes first.'This annual pass will save frequent travellers a significant amount of money by replacing multiple toll payments with a single, affordable annual fee. It will work best for commuters who use national highways for a daily or regular commute within a short distance. Mainly, it reduces waiting time at toll booths, especially during peak hours or holiday seasons for private the total cost of this annual pass is Rs 3,000 and the maximum number of toll crossings allowed under it is 200, the average cost per toll comes out to be Rs 15. So for a frequent traveller, the higher the average cost of toll in his route, the higher will be the benefit he or she will get. For instance, if the average cost of toll is Rs 50 then the traveller would have to pay Rs 10,000 for 200 toll crossings. However, with this annual pass, he can do the same with merely Rs 3,000 which saves Rs 7,000. In case, the traveller has a preferred long route which has much higher average toll fee then his/her savings will be to a post on X by Nitin Gadkari, 'In a transformative step towards hassle-free highway travel, we are introducing a FASTag-based Annual Pass priced at Rs 3,000, effective from 15th August 2025. Valid for one year from the date of activation or up to 200 trips—whichever comes first—this pass is designed exclusively for non-commercial private vehicles such as cars, jeeps, and vans.'Now travelers can get a FASTag-based Annual Pass which is priced at Rs 3,000 and will be effective from 15th August 2025. This pass will be valid for one year from the date of activation or up to 200 trips, whichever comes first. This pass is designed exclusively for non-commercial private vehicles such as cars, jeeps, and vans.'The Annual Pass will enable seamless and cost-effective travel across National Highways throughout the country. A dedicated link for activation and renewal will soon be made available on the Rajmarg Yatra App as well as on the official websites of NHAI and MoRTH,' Nitin Gadgari further, this policy addresses long-standing concerns regarding toll plazas located within a 60 km range and simplifies toll payments through a single, affordable transaction, he is a chip similar to the RFID tags that car companies place as a sticker on the windshield. It has all your details, which makes it easier for you to pass through a toll and pay the toll amount by scanning Code. Paying FASTag charges at any toll plaza is a contactless process. You can open a prepaid FASTag account and add money to it so that the account is usable. You can keep reloading money in this account as long as you need to, if you are going on a trip or trips that require you to pass through tolls. There will be FASTag lanes demarcated for every toll across the to the ICICI Bank website, there is a charge of Rs 99.12 (including GST) on new Tag joining. However, please check with your respective bank or other entity for any charges associated with the new Tag FASTag account can be recharged through internet banking, NEFT/RTGS, UPI, credit card, debit card, cheque and cash, as per the ICICI Bank website.
Hindustan Times
4 hours ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
FASTag Annual Pass launched at ₹3,000, valid for 200 trips a year
₹3,000, valid for 200 trips a year data-item-target-url=/auto/news/ data-item-story-segment=Others> The FASTag annual pass will be available for private vehicle owners for ₹3,000 annually up to 200 trips Check Offers The central government has announced the new FASTag-based annual pass priced at ₹ 3,000. Minister of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) Nitin Gadkari revealed more details about the annual pass, which aims to make cross tolls more seamless across the country. The FASTag-based annual pass will be effective from August 15, 2025, and will be valid for one year from the date of activation or up to 200 trips, whichever comes first. FASTag Annual Pass: Only For Private Vehicles The FASTag-annual pass will be available only for non-commercial private vehicles, essentially private vehicle owners. Gadkari further revealed that a dedicated link for activation and renewal will be made available on the Rajmarg Yatra app, as well as on the NHAI and MoRTH official websites. Also Read : New FASTag rules: NHAI offers big relief to vehicle owners The FASTag annual pass will use the existing toll infrastructure Nitin Gadkari further said, 'This policy addresses long-standing concerns regarding toll plazas located within a 60 km range and simplifies toll payments through a single, affordable transaction. By reducing wait times, easing congestion, and minimizing disputes at toll plazas, the Annual Pass aims to deliver a faster and smoother travel experience for millions of private vehicle owners." FASTag Annual Pass: Will use existing infrastructure The annual pass will allow private vehicle owners to travel across national highways and state expressways for a year without paying additional toll charges. It will be based on the existing FASTag infrastructure and will later comply with the sensor-based toll collection systems that could be introduced in the future. The move should make travel for private vehicles much easier on toll roads without making a significant impact on revenue. The government collected about ₹ 55,000 crore in revenue from toll collection in FY2023-24. However, private cars contributed only ₹ 8,000 crore to the same. The move will also reduce the cost burden for vehicle owners. Get insights into Upcoming Cars In India, Electric Vehicles, Upcoming Bikes in India and cutting-edge technology transforming the automotive landscape. First Published Date: 18 Jun 2025, 14:17 PM IST
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Business Standard
5 hours ago
- Automotive
- Business Standard
Explained: What is the new ₹3,000 FASTag-based annual pass for highways?
Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday announced the launch of FASTag-based annual pass. The pass, set to roll out from August 15, targets private vehicle owners and is expected to reduce congestion and disputes at toll plazas across the country. What is a FASTag? FASTag is an electronic toll collection system used to collect tolls on highways without making vehicles stop. It is run by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI). A FASTag is a small sticker with a special chip (called RFID) that is placed on the front windshield of a vehicle. This sticker is linked to a prepaid or bank account. When the vehicle drives through a toll plaza, sensors scan the FASTag, and the toll amount is taken from the linked account automatically. What is a FASTag annual pass and who can use it? The FASTag annual pass is a prepaid toll payment option priced at ₹3,000. It is meant exclusively for non-commercial private vehicles, including cars, jeeps, and vans. The pass is valid for one year from the date of activation or until 200 highway trips are completed — whichever comes first. How does the annual pass benefit vehicle owners? Designed for seamless travel on National Highways, the pass allows users to bypass routine toll payments, reducing time spent at plazas. It simplifies the toll process by consolidating payments into a single transaction, potentially saving both time and money for frequent travellers. Where can the FASTag-based annual pass be activated? A dedicated link for activation and renewal of the pass will be made available on the Rajmarg Yatra app, as well as the official websites of NHAI and the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH). How does the policy address the 60 km toll plaza issue? The annual pass also responds to concerns raised by motorists about toll plazas located within 60 km of each other. With the FASTag-based annual pass, commuters will not need to worry about multiple charges within short distances, effectively streamlining travel through problematic toll zones. What impact will this pass have on highway travel? The government expects that the FASTag-based annual pass will help in reducing toll booth wait times, easing traffic congestion, and lowering the frequency of toll-related disputes. By automating and simplifying toll payments, the initiative aims to make travel on Indian highways more efficient for millions of private vehicle owners. What are the advantages of using FASTag? FASTag reduces congestion at toll plazas, saves fuel, and promotes digital, cashless payments. It is vehicle-specific and cannot be transferred. Available through authorised banks and online, FASTag requires a maintained balance for smooth usage. If the balance is insufficient, the tag may be blacklisted. When was FASTag introduced in India? FASTag was launched in 2014 as a pilot on the Ahmedabad-Mumbai corridor. It became mandatory for all four-wheelers from February 15, 2021.
Hindustan Times
6 hours ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Centre to launch FASTag-based annual pass of ₹3,000 for private vehicles
Union minister for road transport and highways (MoRTH) Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday said the government will soon introduce a FASTag-based annual pass for private vehicles at a cost of ₹3,000 for hassle-free highway travel. Effective from August 15 this year, this pass will have to be renewed every year from the date of activation or after 200 trips, whichever comes first. Officials said that every exit of toll booths will be counted as one trip for all highways, except controlled access expressways, while for controlled access highways, the entire travel can be counted as one trip. According to the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), adoption of the FASTag system has reduced the average waiting time at toll plazas from 734 seconds to 47 seconds during the financial year 2022-23. Gadkari said a dedicated link for activation and renewal will soon be made available on the Rajmarg Yatra App as well as on the official websites of NHAI and MoRTH. The minister said the policy addresses long-standing concerns regarding toll plazas located within a 60-km range and simplifies toll payments through a single, affordable transaction. The announcement comes at a time when the government has rolled out a pilot for ANPR (automatic number plate recognition)-based barrier-free tolling systems in select stretches; a satellite-based highway toll collection system is in the works.
NDTV
6 hours ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
FASTag Annual Pass: Price, Start Date, Benefits And How To Apply Online
New Delhi: The Centre is introducing a FASTag-based annual pass priced at Rs 3,000 for non-commercial private vehicles. Under the new policy, private vehicle owners can make 200 trips across national highways in a year for a one-time charge. The pass will be valid either for one year from the date of activation or up to 200 trips, whichever comes first. "The annual pass will enable seamless and cost-effective travel across National Highways throughout the country," Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari said. What Is FASTag? FASTag is an electronic toll collection system in India, operated by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI). It uses Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology to automatically deduct toll charges from a linked bank account or wallet. How Does FASTag Work? The FASTag is a small sticker affixed to the front windshield of a vehicle. When the vehicle approaches a toll plaza, sensors scan the tag and automatically deduct the applicable toll fee from the user's account. A confirmation SMS is also sent to the registered mobile number after every transaction. When Will The FASTag Annual Pass Be Issued? The new FASTag annual pass will be available starting August 15. Mr Gadkari said, "This policy addresses long-standing concerns regarding toll plazas located within a 60 km range and simplifies toll payments through a single, affordable transaction." He added that the initiative would help in "reducing wait times, easing congestion, and minimising disputes at toll plazas." Where To Apply For The FASTag Annual Pass The government is making it simple to apply through digital platforms. A dedicated activation and renewal link will soon be available on: The Rajmarg Yatra App. The official website of NHAI. The website of MoRTH (Ministry of Road Transport and Highways). How To Apply For The FASTag Annual Pass Visit one of those platforms when the feature is active. Log in using your registered FASTag credentials. Enter your vehicle registration details and mobile number. Pay Rs 3,000 via UPI, credit/debit card, or net banking. After payment, your FASTag will be auto-linked to the Annual Pass. Once activated, within about 24 hours, you will have a full-year or 200-trip validity. In the past, the government proposed a lifetime FASTag plan at Rs 30,000 for 15 years. That plan has since been shelved. There was also talk of a distance-based toll model, where users would pay a flat Rs 50 per 100 km, but no official word has been given on that model yet.
