₹3,000 FASTag Annual Pass Announced: Features, Benefits & How to Get It

Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has officially unveiled the FASTag Annual Pass, aimed at providing hassle‑free highway travel for private, non‑commercial vehicles (cars, jeeps, vans). Here are the key highlights from his announcement:

  • Launch Date: Commencing August 15, 2025, coinciding with India’s Independence Day

  • Pricing: Fixed price of ₹3,000 per year
  • Usage Cap: Valid for 200 trips on national highways or up to one year from activation—whichever comes first
  • Eligible Vehicles: Designed for private, non-commercial vehicles like cars, jeeps, and vans

  • Benefits:

    • Reduces annual toll costs by approximately 70%, compared to traditional per-trip charges

    • Minimizes stops at toll plazas, easing traffic flow and reducing travel time
    • Eliminates the need to stop/recharge for each toll booth—one pre-paid pass covers all trips.

      Why It Matters

      1. Significant Savings
        Travelers who make upwards of 10–20 trips per month can save around ₹7,000 annually—around 70% cheaper than usual toll charges

      2. Convenience & Efficiency
        With the FASTag pass, vehicles pass through toll plazas without needing to stop—reducing delays, congestion, and idling time

      3. Foundation for Further Toll Innovation
        This pass is part of a broader vision that includes barrier-free tolling through GPS/ANPR systems and eventual satellite-based toll collection

 

What You Need to Know

  • No New Tag Required: You can use your existing FASTag; simply recharge it with ₹3,000 to activate the annual pass

  • Flexibility Option: The annual pass is optional. If you prefer, you can continue with standard per-trip toll payments.
  • Trip Tracking: You’ll be notified via SMS when the pass expires or the 200-trips limit is reached
  • National Highway Only: The pass is valid at NHAI-managed toll plazas; not applicable for state highway tolls
  • Vehicle-Specific: The pass is non-transferable and tied to one specific vehicle

    Summary Snapshot

    • Effective: August 15, 2025

    • Cost: ₹3,000/year

    • Validity: 200 trips or 1 year

    • Vehicles: Private cars, jeeps, vans

    • Platform: National highways managed by NHAI

    • Benefits: ~70% cost savings, faster travel, no paperworkThis annual FASTag pass marks a shift toward seamless, affordable highway travel—especially for frequent commuters. By combining prepaid convenience with a significant discount, Gadkari aims to set the stage for dynamic, technology-driven tolling across India.