FASTag Annual Pass Now Available at Just ₹3000: Say Goodbye to Per Trip Toll Charges

What if you could drive through toll stations all year long without worrying your FASTag balance is going down every few kilometers? Sounds unbelievable, right? Well now, it’s reality and it’s changing how people travel in India.

Starting on August 15, 2025, the government is introducing FASTag Annual Pass, a groundbreaking option for frequent users of highways. With a flat rate of ₹3,000, vehicle owners are able to avail of up to 200 toll-free trips in one year, yes 200 total trips toll-free. You could pay a one time fee, and you’re done for a year or 200 journeys whatever comes first.

• No more awkward stops at toll plazas.
• No more “FASTag low balance” notifications.
• No more overpaying for short trips.

For the daily commuter, for outstation trips, delivery drivers, or the just the weekend drive-away trip, this may be the best (and cheapest) decision you make this year! As toll rates increase, and traffic becomes congested, this move is also to reduce bottlenecks at toll booths and make road travel more seamless and smarter.

Is this pass worth it? In short: absolutely.

Understanding the FASTag Annual Pass

• What is it?

Prepaid program that removes the per trip charge for 200 toll crossings or one year, whichever comes first, for private cars, jeeps, or vans.

• How does it work?

It links to your existing FASTag account. If you pay ₹3,000 of your toll via the Rajmarg Yatra app or NHAI portals your annual pass will be activated, and no longer deductions will be made for toll charge if not your trips.

• Where is it valid?

It is only valid at the NHAI and NATIONAL EXPRESSWAY (NE) toll plazas. It is not applicable at state highways as well as private toll roads.

• Who can use it?

It is only for private vehicles and non-commercial use. This is in terms of vehicle-specific so is non-transferable in any life event once it is registered in your FASTag account. In case of misuse (like if someone used it on a commercial vehicle), it can be canceled.

Key features

Feature	FASTag Annual Pass
Price	₹3,000
Validity	12 months OR 200 trips (whichever first)
Applicable For	Private cars, jeeps, vans (non-commercial)
Platform to Purchase	Rajmarg Yatra App / NHAI website
Trip Type Covered	One-way or round-trip (counted per entry/exit)
Toll Plazas Covered	All NHAI/NE operated plazas only
Reverts to Pay-per-Trip After	200 trips or 12 months, whichever is earlier

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Top Perks of the FASTag Annual Pass

1. Huge Money Savings

• If you use the toll road frequently, you could easily be paying ₹300–₹500 a month. 

• But with the annual pass, you will pay a flat fee of ₹3,000, for 200 trips or one year.

• This brings your effective cost of each trip down to ₹15—saving you ₹3000–₹5000 a year if you travel at all.

 2. Quicker Toll Clearance – No More Queues

• Forget the per trip deduction of your payment at toll plazas. 

• Just cruise on through, because your trips are being counted automatically using FASTag. 

• This will save you time and reduce vehicles in toll plazas and allow for a more pleasant journey.

 3. No More Frequent Recharges or Top-Ups 

• While you do not need to track your FASTag balance every week or do the recharge when it gets low, once activated, you can use it for 200 trips or one year.

 4. Secure, Paper-less and with No KYC

• If your FASTag is already activated and linked, you don’t need any documents. 

• You only need to do the payment through the Rajmarg Yatra App or official FASTag website.

5. Valid across All NHAI/NE Toll Plazas Nationwide

• This pass is valid on all National Highways and Expressways maintained by NHAI. 

• Your FASTag works across the country, whether you are travelling from Hyderabad to Vijayawada or from Delhi to Agra.

How Does the Trip Count Work

This is one of the most important parts of understanding the FASTag annual pass:

 You get 200 trips OR 1 year—whichever is used first.

Here’s how the trips are counted:

Toll Plaza Type	Trip Count Rule
Point-to-Point Toll Plaza	Every single crossing = 1 trip (going + return = 2 trips)
Closed-Loop Toll Plaza	One complete journey (entry + exit) = 1 trip

For example;

Let’s say you travel from Home to Office and go through the same toll two times in a day- once while going and once while returning.

•  That’s 2 times in a day.

• So in 1 month (20 working days), you will go through:
• 2 times/day × 20 days = 40 times
• In this case, it implies your 200 times will last 5 months.

• If you travel less, it may last the full 1 year- whichever occurs first.
•  Once You Complete Either: 200 times OR 12 months validity

• The pass expires and FASTag will begin charging standard rates again.
• You can renew your pass easily via Rajmarg Yatra App or NHAI portal.

FASTag Annual Pass: Who Is Eligible?

Before you make the switch, ensure you meet the official eligibility requirements:

Criteria	Details
Vehicle Type	Only for private non-commercial vehicles (Cars, Jeeps, Vans)
Registration Status	Your FASTag must be linked to a valid, active RC (Registration Certificate)
FASTag Status	Your FASTag must be active, properly mounted, and not blacklisted
Vehicle Ownership	Pass is non-transferable—valid only for the registered vehicle
Commercial Vehicles	Not eligible (No taxis, goods carriers, or company-owned transport)

Who Should (and Shouldn’t) Buy the Pass?

Category	Ideal For	Not Ideal For
Driving Frequency	Daily highway commuters (e.g., Hyderabad–Bengaluru, Pune–Mumbai)	City drivers who rarely leave urban areas
Travel Type	Frequent long-distance travelers and road trippers	Occasional weekend travelers who use highways less than ~200 times a year
Toll Usage Estimate	Those making over 200 one-way toll trips annually	Users whose yearly toll cost is under ₹3,000
Vehicle Type	Private four-wheelers: cars, jeeps, vans	Commercial vehicles like trucks, taxis, buses, and autos (not eligible)
Budget & Value	Individuals seeking predictable annual toll costs and convenience	People who prefer pay-as-you-go flexibility or are unsure of their travel plans

Buy or Recharge FASTag via CarInfo App

• Open the CarInfo App on your phone.
  
• From the Home Screen, Select FASTag option.
  
• Enter your RC Number (Vehicle Registration Number).
  
• Click the Recharge button and you’re done!

Final Thoughts

The FASTag Annual Pass is an intelligent upgrade for anyone who already drives long distances regularly. For ₹3,000 for a year, the stress of toll payment, waiting in line, and the increasing cost per trip changes. Sure, maybe you are a road tripper or a regular commuting anywhere from 1-3 hours into other cities, you could save thousands a year -and not just in toll payments, but in easier time spent traveling.

If you’re uncertain how many “toll booths” you’ve been through, services like CarInfo can check your e challan history, toll usage, and FASTag works, giving you more control and understanding before you buy the Annual pass. 

As the world moves towards smarter practices, so can your travel habits.