FASTag eliminates the need to stand in long queues and jams at toll plazas across the country. This helps the traveler to save a lot of time, money and fuel. All that a user needs to do is buy a FASTag from a provider like Paytm, stick it to the windshield of their vehicle and get going!
In this blog, we will learn how a FASTag actually works, how you can buy/use it on your Paytm account and how you can manage FASTag on your Paytm app.
How to Manage Paytm FASTag?
Managing your FASTag on the Paytm app is quite simple. Once your Paytm FASTag is activated, a sub-wallet is created under your Paytm account. You can click on this sub-wallet to manage your FASTag account.
Paytm FASTag allows you to stay updated about the Paytm FASTag transaction history and low balance via SMS. Under the ‘Manage FASTag’ section on the Paytm app, you can perform the following actions-
- View a complete list of FASTags along with the activation status of each FASTag that is linked to your wallet
- View tag-wise transaction details of all toll payments, including recent payments
- Download Fitment Challan
- Request Paytm FASTag Statement
- Replace any FASTag
- Close any FASTag
- Update your FASTag linked Vehicle Number
- Contact Paytm FASTag 24*7 helpdesk
In order to recharge your Paytm FASTag, you just have to add money to your Paytm wallet. It will automatically reserve an amount for the FASTag. There is no need for separate recharge of your Paytm FASTag.
Using FASTag via Paytm!
The following points explain how you can use your FASTag on the Paytm app-
- Once your Paytm FASTag registration is complete, your FASTag account will be created and automatically linked with your Paytm wallet
- Additionally, using the Paytm wallet for your Paytm FASTag transaction history will make it easier for you as you won’t have to recharge your FASTag again and again. All you need is a minimum balance in your Paytm wallet and the toll tax amount would directly be deducted from your wallet as and when you cross a toll plaza
- Having a single Paytm wallet for multiple needs will help you manage your balances and keep a detailed track of all your travel-related expenses, whether fuel, purchases at departmental stores, or expenses made at toll plazas
- Further, you can use your Paytm FASTag for multiple payments – at tolls, parking lots and fuel stations
Opt for Paytm FASTag- Here’s Why!
Listed below are some of the reasons why you should buy the Paytm FASTag-
- No Separate Recharge – Simply, maintain sufficient balance in your Paytm Wallet & Add Money to top-up, whenever needed.
- One Tag. Multiple Uses – Pay for toll, parking & fuel using your Paytm FASTag.
- Charge Protection & Customer Support – Paytm ensures correct amount deduction at tolls & immediately raises claims on your behalf against any extra charges levied.
- Single Wallet Balance for All Payments – Use your Paytm Wallet balance for Tolls, Shopping, Recharges & other payments.
- Exciting Offers – Get amazing Cashback offers on FASTag top-ups & toll payments.
- Paytm DIY FASTag – It allows you to buy your FASTag even if you don’t have the required documents at the time of purchase. You can simply buy and upload the documents later, as per your convenience
- Paytm Reserved Balance – It helps you keep away from situations where you may have a lower balance in your Paytm wallet so that you do not get stuck at toll plazas
How does the FASTag Technology work?
- The FASTag is linked to the user’s prepaid account, such as Paytm, and is then fixed to the windscreen of his/her vehicle
- With the use of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology, the toll amount is deducted from the linked prepaid account, such as a Paytm wallet
- The technology works such that the vehicle does not have to stop at the toll gate; the amount gets deducted as the vehicle passes through it
- Your prepaid FASTag account, which could be your Paytm wallet, for instance, will then be debited for the transaction; which eventually makes users’ travel easier and comfortable
Bonus Read: Learn how you can fix your FASTag on your vehicle!
To Conclude:
Paytm allows its users to perform various actions on a single platform. Using a FASTag and performing every action related to it, is one of the major features of the Paytm FASTag app. You can buy FASTag on the Paytm app, and manage Paytm FASTag quite easily. The ‘Manage FASTag’ option on the Paytm FASTag app allows you to perform various actions such as viewing a complete list of your FASTags along with their activation status, detailed Paytm FASTag transaction history, request Paytm FASTag statement, close/replace any FASTag, update your FASTag-linked vehicle number, contact Paytm FASTag customer support, etc.
