New FASTag Annual Pass For Rs 3,000 Launched! What Is It? How To Use? All You Need To Know

New FASTag Annual Pass: Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, on Wednesday, introduced the much-awaited FASTag annual pass for hassle-free highway travel. People can get the FASTag annual pass for Rs 3,000 from 15 August, 2025.

The new FASTag annual pass initiative was in consideration by the central government to ease traffic congestion and improve highway travel for motorists.

"This policy addresses long-standing concerns regarding toll plazas located within a 60 km range and simplifies toll payments through a single, affordable transaction," read a post by Nitin Gadkari on X.

FASTag Annual Pass: What Is It? When Will It Be Activated?

The FASTag based annual pass will enable motorists to get the access of hassle-free highway travel across the country throughout the year. The pass will come into effect from 15 August.

FASTag Annual Pass Validity

The annual pass validity will be for one year from the date of activation or up to 200 trips. The pass will provide seamless access for travel for motorists, especially for non-commercial private vehicles.

"The FASTag-based Annual Pass priced at ₹3,000 will be effective from 15th August 2025. Valid for one year from the date of activation or up to 200 trips-whichever comes first-this pass is designed exclusively for non-commercial private vehicles such as cars, jeeps, and vans," noted Gadkari.

FASTag Annual Pass: How To Activate And Use?

The FASTag Annual Pass can be activated via a dedicated link for activation and renewal. The link is not active yet, but will soon be made available on the Rajmarg Yatra App as well as on the official websites of NHAI and MoRTH, stated Gadkari.

FASTag Annual Pass Benefits

New FASTag annual pass will help in reducing waiting times, traffic congestion. The policy will also minimise disputes at toll plazas. The new initiative would address the long-standing concerns related to toll plazas located within a range of 60 km. It will also simplify toll payments through a single affordable transaction. The central government's FASTag update will help in delivering a faster and smoother travel experience for crores of private vehicle owners.

The proposed policy sets out two payment models for highway usage. The first option is the Annual Pass, requiring a flat payment of Rs 3,000 each year, granting users unlimited access to toll roads. The second is a distance-based model, under which users would pay a fixed rate of Rs 50 per 100 kilometres which is an ideal choice for occasional travellers who do not use highways frequently.

What Is FASTag?

It is a device which utilises Radio Frequency Identification (RFIC) technology for making toll payments while the vehicle is in motion. The device is fixated on the windscreen of the vehicle, and appears similar to a sticker. Whenever a vehicle reaches closer to a toll, the fixed FASTag (RFID Tag) lets vehicle owner to make payment directly from the account linked to FASTag. According to the Indian government, FASTag is operational in more than 700 toll plazas, including all national highways (NHs) and over 100 state highway toll plazas in India.

FASTag has been made mandatory for all four-wheelers and above from 1 January 2021. Personal vehicles without FASTag would require paying double of toll tax.