Govt Launches ₹3000 FASTag Annual Pass for Private Vehicles

In an important step for easing toll payments and improving ease of travel on the highways, the Government of India has launched a FASTag based Annual Pass where the price is ₹3,000 only for private vehicles such as cars, jeeps, and vans. The FASTag Annual Pass is set to begin on August 15, 2025, which permits up to 200 trips or one year’s travel (whichever comes first). The scheme is intended to reduce costs, avoid disputes at the toll booth, and promote seamless completely digital toll collection on all National Highways in India.

On June 18, 2025, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced via social media the official launch of the FASTag Annual Pass. The FASTag Annual Pass creates a solution to the continuing problem such as toll plazas, placed within 60 km of each other, regularly pursuits at tolls, and congestion. The FASTag Annual Pass provides ease of travel for regular commuters by paying a single, upfront payment and amplifies the government’s commitment to provide digital mobility, transparency, and ease of travel on Indian highways.

Highlights of the Scheme

• Fixed Cost: ₹3,000 for private vehicles.

• Valid for: One calendar year OR 200-trip (whichever comes first).

• Eligible vehicles: Only for non-commercial four-wheelers (cars, jeeps, vans).

• Each pass is valid for: For all National Highways across India.

• There will be no deduction at toll plaza until limited trip is reached.

• Pass User Registration/Activation: Via Rajmarg Yatra App, NHAI and MoRTH websites.

Objectives of the Scheme

• To simplify the toll payment process for regular commuters;

• To eliminate disputes at toll parcels, placed within 60 km of each other;

• To improve the cost effectiveness and predictability of travel;

• To improve digital-first contactless travel infrastructure.