Fastag Annual Pass explained: What is it, price and how it is going to change highway travels

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Starting August 15, 2025, the Government of India will roll out a FASTag-based Annual Pass for non-commercial private vehicles, aiming to simplify toll payments and reduce congestion at toll plazas across national highways.

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari took X to make the announcement that the Fastag Annual Pass will be introduced on August 15, and the initiative comes as part of making highway travel smoother and more efficient for daily and frequent commuters. It comes with a fixed cost and is valid for a specified number of trips or one year, whichever is earlier.

The new FASTag Annual Pass is designed to enable hassle-free toll payments for private vehicles such as cars, jeeps, and vans. Once activated, it will be valid for up to one year or for a maximum of 200 toll trips, whichever limit is reached first. This move is aimed at commuters who frequently use national highways, especially within a 60 km range.

The Annual Pass will be priced at ₹3,000. It will serve as a single payment covering up to 200 trips in a year. The fixed pricing is intended to offer predictability and savings for regular users who otherwise pay tolls for every trip.

A dedicated activation and renewal link will be launched on the Rajmarg Yatra App. Users will also be able to access the service through the official websites of NHAI and MoRTH. The government will release detailed instructions on documentation and eligibility closer to the launch date.

Only non-commercial, private-use vehicles can avail of the Annual Pass. These include personal-use cars, jeeps, and vans. Commercial vehicles and those used for freight or passenger services are excluded.

The Annual Pass is expected to ease traffic flow, reduce wait times, and streamline toll payments. It offers a cost-effective solution for commuters and aims to improve the overall travel experience on national highways for private vehicle owners.