According to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), the annual pass will allow seamless travel across National Highways without the need for repeated recharging of FASTag cards for toll payments.
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has rolled out, effective today, the Rs 3,000 FASTag-based annual pass, which will allow commuters to cross 200 highway toll booths in one year for a single charge. It is worth noting that the annual toll pass is applicable to private cars, jeeps, and vans. According to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), the annual pass will allow seamless travel across National Highways without the need for repeated recharging of FASTag cards for toll payments. Here are some of the important things related to the annual FASTag that commuters must know.
How Much You Will Save Annually
According to Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari, commuters who used to pay Rs 10,000 annually would be able to save Rs 7,000, as they can make 200 trips in a year for just Rs 3,000.
Valid Only At National Highways
It is essential to understand that the FASTag annual pass will be valid only at National Highway (NH) and National Expressway (NE) fee plazas.
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.
How To Activate FASTag Annual Pass
A dedicated link for activation of the annual pass is available on the Rajmarg Yatra app. Alternatively, one can find the link on the official websites of National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH).
Can Annual FASTag Pass Be Recharged More Than Once A Year?
Yes, the pass can be recharged again once the 200-trip limit in a year is reached.
Do You Need Separate FASTag For Annual Pass?
According to the MoRTH, those who already have a FASTag on their vehicles will not need to purchase a new FASTag.
How to Recharge FASTag Annual Pass Online?
To recharge the FASTag, one will have to repeat the same process and pay Rs 3,000 again. Here’s the step-by-step guide.
Step 1: Visit the official platform
Step 2: Log in with your FASTag ID and provide vehicle details.
Step 3: Make a payment of Rs 3,000. This can be done using UPI, debit/credit card or net banking.
Step 4: The annual pass will get activated within four hours of the payment. Users will also get a confirmation SMS.