FASTag-Based Annual Pass for Highways Announced by Nitin Gadkari, Launches August 15, 2025

byDilip PrasadLast Updated: June 24, 2025
Key Highlights
  • Launch Date: August 15, 2025
  • Price: ₹3,000 (one-time payment)
  • Validity: 1 year from activation or 200 trips
  • Eligibility: Private, non-commercial vehicles only (cars, jeeps, vans)
  • Activation Platform: Rajmarg Yatra App, NHAI and MoRTH official websites
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In a landmark move to simplify toll payments and enhance highway travel, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari today announced the launch of a FASTag-based Annual Pass, priced at ₹3,000. The policy will be effective starting 15th August 2025, bringing long-awaited relief to private vehicle owners across India.

What is the FASTag Annual Pass?

The new Annual Pass is designed exclusively for non-commercial private vehicles such as cars, jeeps, and vans. Once activated, the pass will be valid for one year or up to 200 trips—whichever comes first.

This pass aims to enable seamless, cost-effective travel across all National Highways in India, eliminating the need for frequent toll payments or delays at toll plazas.

A dedicated link for pass activation and renewal will soon be made available via the Rajmarg Yatra mobile app and the official portals of NHAI (National Highways Authority of India) and MoRTH (Ministry of Road Transport and Highways).

Why This Matters

The FASTag Annual Pass is a solution to a long-standing issue—toll plazas located within short distances of 60 km or less, often criticized for being inconvenient and expensive for daily or regional travelers. By introducing a single-pass solution:

  • Toll disputes will be minimized
  • Travel times will be reduced
  • Congestion at toll plazas will decrease
  • Private vehicle users can save significantly on long-distance commutes

A Boost for Highway Commuters

The Annual Pass is expected to benefit millions of private vehicle owners, especially those who frequently travel between cities or across states. It reflects the government’s continued push for digitization, ease of travel, and infrastructure efficiency.

Gadkari emphasized that this move is part of a broader vision to deliver “hassle-free and dispute-free travel on Indian highways” and aligns with the government’s strategy to streamline toll operations using FASTag technology.

What’s Next?

  • Activation and renewal links will be live soon
  • More details on usage limits and enforcement will follow
  • The policy may set the stage for similar innovations in digital toll collection

FAQs

What is the FASTag Annual Pass?

The FASTag Annual Pass is a new toll payment solution launched by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways. Priced at ₹3,000, it allows private vehicle owners (cars, jeeps, vans) to make up to 200 trips across National Highways within one year of activation—eliminating the need for repetitive toll payments.

Who is eligible for the ₹3,000 FASTag Annual Pass?

The pass is exclusively available for non-commercial private vehicles, including cars, jeeps, and vans. Commercial or goods vehicles are not eligible under this scheme.

Where can I activate the FASTag Annual Pass?

You can activate and renew the pass via the Rajmarg Yatra App, or through the official websites of NHAI and MoRTH. A dedicated activation link will be available starting 15th August 2025.

How long is the FASTag Annual Pass valid?

The pass is valid for one year from the date of activation or up to 200 trips, whichever comes first. It’s designed for frequent travelers who use National Highways regularly.

What are the benefits of the FASTag Annual Pass?

The Annual Pass simplifies toll payments, reduces waiting time at toll plazas, minimizes disputes, and supports faster, hassle-free highway travel for millions of private vehicle users across India.
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