Important Announcement On FASTag Announced By Nitin Gadkari On Wednesday
Union Minister of Road, Transport, and Highways Nitin Gadkari announced on June 18 a FASTag-based Annual Pass for commuters in India.
Available for non-commercial private vehicles only, the pass will be issued from August 15. Priced at Rs 3,000, it will be valid for a year from the date of activation or up to 200 trips, whichever comes first.
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“In a transformative step towards hassle-free highway travel, we are introducing a FASTag-based Annual Pass priced at Rs 3,000, effective from 15th August 2025. Valid for one year from the date of activation or up to 200 trips—whichever comes first—this pass is designed exclusively for non-commercial private vehicles such as cars, jeeps, and vans,” the minister said.
“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 made available on the Rajmarg Yatra App as well as on the official websites of NHAI and MoRTH,” he added.
Further, “By reducing wait times, easing congestion, and minimizing disputes at toll plazas, the Annual Pass aims to deliver a faster and smoother travel experience for millions of private vehicle owners.”
Important Announcement 📢
🔹In a transformative step towards hassle-free highway travel, we are introducing a FASTag-based Annual Pass priced at ₹3,000, effective from 15th August 2025. Valid for one year from the date of activation or up to 200 trips—whichever comes…
— Nitin Gadkari (@nitin_gadkari) June 18, 2025
Annual: A one-time FASTag recharge for Rs 3,000 would allow private vehicles to travel across national highways and state expressways for a year without additional toll charges.
Distance-based: For those who do not want to opt for the annual model, a flat toll of Rs 50 per 100 km could replace the current toll plaza fee structure, sources had said.
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The distance-based option is yet to be formally announced so it remains unclear if it will operationalise. Earlier, the centre had shelved a proposal for a ‘lifetime FASTag’ costing a whopping Rs 30,000 valid for 15 years.
The new system will eventually replace toll booths with sensor-based collection systems operating on GPS and automated vehicle tracking for a barrier-free travel.
