FASTag Annual Pass: Everything You Need to Know

The Annual Pass is available only on the Rajmargyatra mobile application and NHAI website.

Great news for frequent travelers! The Road Transport and Highways Minister, Nitin Gadkari, has announced a new FASTag-based annual pass. This pass costs Rs 3,000 and will be effective from August 15, 2025.

Gadkari stated, “The Annual Pass will enable seamless and cost-effective travel across National Highways throughout the country. A dedicated link for activation and renewal will soon be available on the Rajmarg Yatra App and the official websites of NHAI and MoRTH.”

What is the FASTag-based annual pass and how does it work? What is its validity, and how can commuters get it? Here are answers to some frequently asked questions:

FASTag-based Annual Pass: 15 FAQs Answered

1. What is the FASTag Annual Pass?

The Annual Pass on your FASTag allows free travel for private cars, jeeps, or vans at designated National Highway (NH) and National Expressway (NE) fee plazas. It is valid for one year or 200 trips, whichever comes first, without per-trip user fee charges. It starts on August 15, 2025.

2. Where can I buy the Annual Pass?

You can purchase the Annual Pass only on the Rajmargyatra mobile app and the NHAI website.

3. How is the Annual Pass activated?

First, your vehicle and FASTag must be verified. Then, pay ₹3,000 for the base year 2025–26 through the Rajmargyatra mobile app or NHAI website. Once payment is confirmed, the Annual Pass will be activated on your FASTag.

4. Do I need a new FASTag for the Annual Pass if I already have one?

No, you don’t need a new FASTag. You can activate the Annual Pass on your existing FASTag, provided it meets the eligibility criteria. These include being properly affixed on your vehicle’s windshield, linked to a valid Vehicle Registration Number, and not blacklisted.

5. Which Fee Plazas are covered under the Annual Pass?

The Annual Pass is valid only at National Highway (NH) and National Expressway (NE) fee plazas. At fee plazas on Expressways, State Highways (SH), etc., managed by State Governments or local bodies, the FASTag will operate as a regular FASTag, and applicable user fee charges may apply.

6. How long is the Annual Pass valid?

The Annual Pass is valid for one year from the date of activation or 200 transactions (trips), whichever comes first.

7. What happens when the 200 trips limit or 1-year validity is exceeded?

Once the Annual Pass completes either 200 trips or one year from the date of activation, it will automatically revert to a regular FASTag. To continue using the Annual Pass benefits, you will need to re-activate the Annual Pass.

8. Is the Annual Pass available for all vehicle types?

No, the Annual Pass is only for private non-commercial cars, jeeps, or vans. Using it in any commercial vehicle will result in immediate deactivation without notice.

9. Can I transfer my Annual Pass to another vehicle?

No, the pass is non-transferable. It is valid only for the vehicle on which the FASTag is affixed and registered. Using it on another vehicle will lead to deactivation.

10. Do I need to have the FASTag affixed on the vehicle’s windshield?

Yes, the Annual Pass will be activated only on FASTags properly affixed to the windshield of the registered vehicle.

11. Can I get an Annual Pass if my FASTag is registered using a chassis number?

No, the Annual Pass cannot be issued on FASTags registered only with a chassis number. You must update the Vehicle Registration Number (VRN) to activate the Annual Pass.

12. What counts as a single trip under the Annual Pass?

• For point-based fee plazas: Each crossing of a fee plaza counts as one trip. A round trip (to and fro) counts as two trips.
• For Closed Tolling fee plazas: One pair of entry and exit counts as one trip.

13. Will I receive SMS notifications related to my Annual Pass?

Yes, by activating the Annual Pass, you allow Rajmargyatra to retrieve your registered mobile number from the issuing bank. This is for sending SMS alerts and other communications.

14. Is the Annual Pass mandatory? What if a road user doesn’t want to opt for the Annual Pass?

The Annual Pass is not mandatory. The existing FASTag system will continue to operate as usual. Users who do not opt for the Annual Pass can continue to use their FASTag for regular transactions as per applicable user fee rates at fee plazas.

15. Can I purchase the Annual Pass again after completing 200 trips, even if the year is not yet over?

Yes, you can re-purchase the Annual Pass once the 200-trip limit is exhausted, even if the one-year validity period has not yet ended.