ICICI Fastag Recharge Online with Paytm

FASTag was introduced by the National Highways Authority of India as an Electronic Toll Collection (ETC) mechanism. FASTag is basically a sticker (tag) that is to be applied on the windshield of a four-wheeler. The FASTag works on the RFID (Radio Frequency) technology that allows the vehicle to pay the toll tax amount through a lined prepaid wallet without having to stop or make cash transactions at toll plazas across the national highways in the country.

It is to be noted that since 16 February 2021, any user that crosses the toll plaza without the FASTag will have to pay double the toll tax amount at every toll booth that he/she crosses. To ensure that you don’t pay any penalty or extra toll tax amount, it is important that you buy a FASTag for your four-wheeler and stick the tag on it.

While Paytm offers a Paytm FASTag that can be used easily, you can also recharge your FASTag issued by ICICI bank on the Paytm mobile application.

How to Recharge ICICI Bank FASTag on Paytm?

Follow these steps to do an ICICI Bank FASTag recharge on Paytm-

Open the Paytm mobile application
You can either-
- Visit the ‘Recharge’ section and click on ‘FASTag’; or
- Select the ‘FASTag’ option on the homepage; or
- Search for the ‘FASTag recharge’ option
Select ‘ICICI Bank’, which is your FASTag issuer bank
Enter your vehicle registration number
Click on the ‘Proceed’ option and enter the amount that you wish to recharge for
Select the mode of payment out of Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, Paytm wallet, and/or UPI

Alternatively, you can also click here to do your ICICI Bank FASTag recharge, enter your vehicle number and proceed with the recharge.

Recharge any Fastag on Paytm

Use your Paytm Wallet for FASTag Transactions

Unlike other banks that require you to recharge your FASTag every now and then, Paytm only requires its users to add money to their Paytm wallet in order to process FASTag transactions. If you link your FASTag to your Paytm wallet, the toll tax amount will directly be deducted from your Paytm wallet as and when you cross a toll booth.

To link your FASTag to your Paytm wallet, you will have to provide your wallet ID, vehicle number, RFID number, email address, mobile number.

Using the Paytm wallet for your FASTag-related transactions will make it easier for you as you won’t have to recharge your FASTag again and again. All you need is 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.

What are the Benefits of Using FASTag?

There are multiple reasons which explain why you should buy the FASTag for your four-wheeled vehicle. Some of them have been explained below-

Using the FASTag technology, you will not have to lower the speed of your vehicle at the toll plazas. Since you can keep moving at the toll gates, without having to stop, your fuel and your time will be saved
Since the traffic does not have to stop or slow down, there is almost no congestion or traffic jam at the toll plazas
Traveling from one city/state to another by road comes across a lot of toll plazas. With the use of FASTag, you can enjoy the benefit of electronic payment, and a completely hassle-free driving experience throughout your journey; leaving the FASTag to take care of all your toll payments
FASTag also makes it easier for you to keep a track of all your toll expenses. If you use Paytm to make your FASTag payments, you will receive regular in-app notifications and SMSs every time you make a payment through FASTag. Moreover, you can also track your expenses in your Paytm passbook
The FASTag facility benefits the environment in the long run, as it reduces the use of paper and fuel
Regular travelers can apply to convert their monthly, regular passes into FASTag passes. There is an online application procedure for corporates and fleet owners to do the same
While various other digital wallets let you recharge your FASTag on your mobile phone in a matter of minutes; Paytm does not require you to do that either. All you need is some balance in your Paytm wallet and the toll tax amount will automatically be deducted from your wallet as and when you cross a toll plaza
Upon linking your FASTag account with the Paytm mobile application, you will be automatically notified of all the transactions and toll deductions. This will help you keep a track of the money that you have spent at toll plazas during your travel
A FASTag has a validity of 5 years
Registering for a FASTag involves a simple, and quick process

FAQs

How can I recharge my FASTag?

You can recharge/add money to your FASTag account using the mobile application of your linked prepaid wallet or FASTag issuer bank. You can also recharge your FASTag at the nearest bank branch or at any toll plaza.

Can I recharge my ICICI Bank FASTag on Paytm?

Yes, you can recharge your ICICI Bank FASTag on Paytm by following a few simple steps. All you need to do is look for the ‘FASTag Recharge’ option on the Paytm mobile application, select ‘ICICI Bank’ as your FASTag issuer, enter the recharge amount and proceed by making the payment.

Is it possible to recharge FASTag at a toll plaza?

No, it is not possible to recharge your FASTag at a toll plaza. Your FASTag must be recharged through a prepaid wallet or mobile banking application before you cross a toll plaza. If there is less or no balance in your FASTag account, you will have to pay double the toll tax amount.

Why should I use Paytm FASTag?

FASTag allows the seamless automatic payment of tolls without any manual intervention. Using FASTag offers multiple benefits, such as it saves a lot of time and effort for the user by eliminating long queues at toll plazas. Additionally, travelers can use a single wallet for tolls, fuel expenses, vehicle parking expenses, or shopping, etc. while also making the benefit of various offers and discounts by recharging their FASTag on Paytm. On top of this, the use of FASTag is also beneficial for the environment as it reduces the use of paper and fuel.

Is it mandatory to use FASTag?

Yes. Since 16 February 2021, the Government of India has made it mandatory for users to have FASTag installed on their four-wheeler vehicles. Without having the FASTag, the user will have to pay double the toll amount.

Can I use my Paytm account for FASTag?

If you have linked your FASTag to your Paytm account, you can have multiple benefits in comparison to using any other platform for your FASTag account. Firstly, if you use Paytm for your FASTag transactions, you wouldn’t need to specifically check your FASTag balance or recharge your FASTag account. All you need is to have a balance in your Paytm wallet. Unlike other digital wallets, Paytm does not require you to recharge your FASTag account every now and then. All you need is some balance in your Paytm wallet and the toll tax amount will automatically be deducted from your wallet as and when you cross a toll plaza.