This new initiative, set to launch from 15th August 2025, brings a sigh of relief for daily commuters and intercity travelers. By offering 200 toll trips or one-year validity at a flat fee of just ₹3,000, the scheme aims to make highway commuting on National Highways and Expressways more efficient, transparent, and cost-effective.
Let’s understand what this pass is all about—and why it's a financial smart move:-
🔍 What is the Annual FASTag Pass?
Starting 15 August 2025, vehicle owners can opt for an Annual Toll Pass by paying a one-time fee of ₹3,000 per year. This pass will allow up to 200 toll trips or usage for one year, whichever comes first.
This facility is applicable to:
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Private vehicles: Cars, jeeps, and vans
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On all National Highways and Expressways
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Through the FASTag system already in use
💡 Key Highlights of the
Scheme
Feature |
Detail |
Launch
Date |
15 August
2025 |
Cost |
₹3,000 per
vehicle |
Usage
Limit |
200 trips or
1 year |
Eligible
Vehicles |
Cars, Jeeps,
Vans (Private Vehicles Only) |
Available
Through |
FASTag-linked
accounts (no new device needed) |
App/Platform |
Rajmarg
Yatra App or NHAI Website |
🤑 Why It’s a Great Deal
✅ Huge Savings
Currently, average one-way toll costs between ₹50–₹150. If you use the highway regularly, you’re likely spending ₹10,000–₹15,000+ per year. With this pass, you lock in 200 trips for just ₹3,000—that’s ₹15 per trip!
✅ Time Efficiency
Since the pass works through your existing FASTag, it’s a contactless, queue-free experience. Just zip through toll booths without worrying about recharge balances.
✅ Budget-Friendly for Commuters
For office-goers, traders, delivery drivers, and intercity travelers, this pass means predictable toll spending and better financial planning.
📲 How to Get It
You won’t need a new tag. Just:
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Log in to your existing FASTag provider app (e.g., Paytm, ICICI, HDFC) or
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Use the Rajmarg Yatra App or visit the NHAI/MoRTH website
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Opt for the Annual Toll Pass
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Pay ₹3,000 and you’re set for the year!
🚧 Why the Government Introduced This
Nitin Gadkari highlighted the need to:
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Reduce disputes at toll plazas
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Encourage digital tolling with FASTag
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Make travel affordable, especially for middle-class commuters
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Improve traffic flow and reduce congestion
⚠️ Things to Keep in Mind
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The 200 trips are valid across all toll plazas, but counted per trip.
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Applicable only for private vehicles.
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Once 200 trips are exhausted, normal toll rates will apply.
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The pass is non-transferable (tied to vehicle number).
📣 Final Thoughts by Dhan Shiksha
At Dhan Shiksha, we always advocate for practical financial tools that help manage everyday expenses better. The Annual FASTag Pass is a perfect example—spend ₹3,000 once, and potentially save thousands across the year.
This isn’t just a transport policy—it’s a money-smart decision for regular travelers.
🔔 Stay tuned for more updates on how to activate this pass step-by-step once it launches!