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FASTag Annual Pass Launched: Key Features, Eligibility & Benefits

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Mumbai : The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, along with NHAI and IHMCL, has launched the FASTag Annual Pass on August 15, 2025. This prepaid toll solution is designed for private vehicles (cars, jeeps, vans) and allows smoother, cost-effective travel on national highways.

What is the FASTag Annual Pass?

For a one-time payment of ₹3,000, users get toll-free access across NHAI-managed highways and expressways. The pass is valid for one year or 200 trips, whichever comes first.

Who is Not Eligible?

Commercial vehicles (trucks, buses, taxis)

Two-wheelers

Vehicles with blacklisted or inactive FASTag

How to Activate

Available via Rajmarg Yatra App or NHAI/MoRTH websites

Requires valid FASTag linked to vehicle registration

Pay online (UPI, card, net banking) – activation within 2 hours

How Trips Are Counted

Plaza-based tolls: One crossing = 1 trip, round trip = 2 trips

Closed-loop tolls: One full journey = 1 trip

At a Glance

Feature Details

Launch Date August 15, 2025
Price ₹3,000
Validity 1 year or 200 trips
Eligible Vehicles Private cars, jeeps, vans
Not Eligible Trucks, buses, taxis, two-wheelers
Activation Rajmarg Yatra app / NHAI websites
Coverage National Highways & Expressways under NHAI
Benefit Saves time, reduces yearly toll expenses by up to ₹7,000

The FASTag Annual Pass is a big relief for frequent travelers, offering faster movement at toll plazas and significant cost savings for private vehicle owners.