FASTag Annual Pass 2025: Will Your Regular FASTag Still Work? All FAQs Answered

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has launched the FASTag Annual Pass, a revolutionary toll payment system for private vehicles. Starting 15th August 2025, car, jeep, and van owners can enjoy 200 toll-free trips or 1 year of unlimited travel on National Highways (NH) and Expressways (NE) for just ₹3,000.

To clarify all doubts, here’s a comprehensive FAQ guide covering every aspect of the new FASTag Annual Pass:

FASTag Annual Pass: Complete FAQ Breakdown

1. What is the FASTag Annual Pass?

The Annual Pass allows private non-commercial vehicles (cars/jeeps/vans) to bypass per-trip toll charges at NH/NE plazas. It offers:

• 200 free trips OR
• 1-year validity
  (Whichever comes first).

2. Where can I buy the Annual Pass?

Only through:

• Rajmargyatra mobile app
• NHAI official website

3. How to activate the Annual Pass?

• Verify FASTag eligibility (must be properly affixed to windshield + linked to VRN)
• Pay ₹3,000 via app/website
• Activation completes in 2 hours

4. Do I need a new FASTag?

❌ No! Existing FASTags work if they meet criteria:
✔ Properly affixed to windshield
✔ Linked to valid VRN (not chassis number)
✔ Not blacklisted

5. Which toll plazas accept the Annual Pass?

✅ Covered: All NH & NE plazas
❌ Not Covered: State Highways, city expressways, parking zones

6. How long is the pass valid?

• 1 year from activation OR
• 200 trips (whichever finishes first)
  → After expiry, FASTag reverts to regular mode.

7. Which vehicles qualify?

🚗 Eligible: Private cars/jeeps/vans (non-commercial)
🚛 Excluded: Commercial vehicles (will be deactivated if misused)

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

❌ No! Pass is non-transferable – tied to your registered FASTag & vehicle.

9. Is FASTag windshield placement mandatory?

✅ Yes! Must be properly affixed for activation.

10. What if my FASTag uses a chassis number?

❌ Not eligible! Update to a Vehicle Registration Number (VRN) first.

11. How are trips counted?

• Point-based plazas: 1 crossing = 1 trip (round trip = 2 trips)
• Closed tolling: 1 entry + exit = 1 trip

12. Will I get SMS alerts?

✅ Yes! NHAI will send notifications via your registered mobile number.

13. Is the Annual Pass mandatory or my existing FASTag will continue to be valid?

❌ No! Regular FASTag payments remain unchanged for non-subscribers.

Bonus Update: No Toll Tax for Two-Wheelers!

NHAI and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari confirmed: Two-wheelers will NOT face toll charges, debunking recent rumors.

Key Takeaways

✔ Save money with 200 toll-free trips for ₹3,000
✔ No new FASTag needed if yours is valid
✔ Activation starts 15th August 2025