The FASTag Annual Pass is Here: Drive More, Pay Less on India's Highways!

The FASTag Annual Pass is Here: Drive More, Pay Less on India's Highways!

Tired of calculating toll costs for your next road trip? Do you frequently travel on National Highways for work or leisure? If you’re nodding your head, we have some game-changing news for you.

Get ready to revolutionize your highway travel with the brand-new FASTag Annual Pass! This is not just another update; it's your ticket to smoother, cheaper, and more predictable long-distance journeys.

Let's dive into everything you need to know about this exciting new facility.

What is the FASTag Annual Pass?

Think of it as a VIP subscription for India's highways. For a single, fixed annual fee, you get to breeze through toll plazas without paying the user fee for each trip.¹

Here’s the deal:

• What you get: Free passage at designated National Highway (NH) and National Expressway (NE) fee plazas.²

• Validity: The pass is valid for one full year from the activation date or for 200 trips, whichever comes first.³

• Cost: The introductory price for the base year 2025–26 is just ₹3,000.⁴

• Launch Date: Mark your calendars! The Annual Pass will be effective from August 15th, 2025.⁵

Once your pass expires (either by time or trip limit), your FASTag simply reverts to its regular pay-per-use mode.⁶ No fuss.

Are You Eligible? Who is this For?

This pass is designed for a specific group of drivers.⁷ Let's see if you fit the bill.

• Vehicle Type: This is exclusively for private, non-commercial vehicles. That means your Car, Jeep, or Van is eligible. Commercial vehicles cannot use this pass.

• Your FASTag: You do not need a new FASTag!⁸ Your existing one will work perfectly, as long as it is:

  • Properly affixed to your vehicle's windshield.⁹

  • Linked to a valid Vehicle Registration Number (VRN), not just a chassis number.¹⁰

  • Active and not blacklisted by the bank.¹¹

So, if you're a road trip enthusiast, a frequent inter-city commuter, or someone whose job involves a lot of highway travel in your private car, this pass was made for you.

How to Get Your Annual Pass: A Simple Guide

Getting your hands on the Annual Pass is straightforward. No long queues, no complicated paperwork.

1. Where to Go: The pass can only be activated through the Rajmargyatra mobile application or the official NHAI website.¹²

2. Verification: The system will automatically check if your vehicle and FASTag are eligible based on the criteria above.¹³

3. Payment: Once verified, make the payment of ₹3,000 online.¹⁴

4. Activation: That's it! Your Annual Pass will be activated on your FASTag, usually within 2 hours.¹⁵ You'll even get SMS alerts and other communications about your pass status.¹⁶

The Important Details You Shouldn't Miss

Before you get ready to hit the road, here are a few key details to keep in mind.

Where Does it Work?

The Annual Pass is valid only at National Highway (NH) and National Expressway (NE) fee plazas.¹⁷ If you are using a State Highway (SH), a city-managed expressway, or paying for parking, your FASTag will work as a regular wallet, and the applicable charges will be deducted.

What Exactly Counts as a "Trip"?

This is important for tracking your 200-trip limit.

• Standard Toll Plazas (Point-based): Crossing a single toll plaza counts as one trip.¹⁸ So, a round trip through the same plaza would be two trips.¹⁹

• Expressways (Closed Tolling): On expressways where you take a ticket at entry and pay at the exit, one pair of entry and exit points counts as one trip, regardless of the distance travelled between them.²⁰

Is it Transferable?

No. The Annual Pass is linked to a specific vehicle and its FASTag.²¹ It is non-transferable.²² Using it on another vehicle will lead to its immediate deactivation.²³

Is the Annual Pass Worth It for You?

The big question! Let's do some quick math.

The pass costs ₹3,000 for 200 trips.24 This averages out to just ₹15 per trip on a National Highway or Expressway!

Consider your travel habits. If you make more than a few long-distance trips a year, the savings could be substantial. It offers not just financial benefits but also the peace of mind of having a fixed travel cost for the entire year.

And don't worry, the Annual Pass is completely optional. If you're an infrequent highway user, you can continue using your FASTag in the pay-per-use model just as you do today.

Your Journey Awaits!

The FASTag Annual Pass is a bold step towards making highway travel more affordable and convenient.²⁵ By offering a predictable, low-cost option for frequent travellers, it's set to change the way we explore India by road.²⁶

Get ready to activate your pass from August 15, 2025, and unlock a year of seamless travel!