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NHAI Raises FASTag Annual Pass Rate
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has revised the FASTag Annual Pass fee to ₹3,075 (from ₹3,000) for FY 2026–27, as per updated rules governing highway toll collection.
FASTag Annual Pass :
| Aspect | Key Details |
|---|---|
| Initiative | FASTag Annual Pass. |
| Launched On | 15 August 2025. |
| Implemented By | National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) under Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH). |
| Purpose | To reduce toll burden on frequent highway users and improve ease of commuting. |
| Revised Fee (2026–27) | ₹3,075 per year (earlier ₹3,000). |
| Legal Basis | National Highway Fee (Determination of Rates and Collection) (Amendment) Rules, 2025 mandate annual revision of pass rates. |
| Eligibility | Owners of non-commercial vehicles such as cars, jeeps and vans with a functional FASTag. |
| Coverage | Applicable at approximately 1,150 fee plazas on National Highways and National Expressways. |
| Validity | Valid for 1 year or 200 crossings (whichever is earlier). |
| Post-Validity | After expiry (time or trips), it automatically reverts to a regular FASTag. |
| Exclusions | Not applicable at fee plazas on State Highways or those operated by State Governments/local bodies; normal toll charges apply there. |
| Adoption | Over 50 lakh users currently use the FASTag Annual Pass. |
| Purchase Platform | Available through Rajmargyatra mobile application and NHAI website. |
| System Continuity | Regular FASTag system continues for users who do not opt for the annual pass. |