FASTag Annual Pass

Why in the News?

• The FASTag Annual Pass has crossed the milestone of 1 crore passes issued since its launch on 15 August 2025.
• It provides private vehicle owners a seamless and economical toll payment option on National Highways and Expressways.

Key Highlights

• Launch: 15 August 2025
• Milestone: Over 1 crore passes issued.
• Applicable at about 1,150 fee plazas on National Highways and National Expressways.
• Fee: ₹3,075 for one year.
• Valid for:
  • 1 year, or
  • 200 toll plaza crossings
• Applicable to non-commercial vehicles with a valid FASTag.
• The Annual Pass is activated on the existing FASTag linked to the vehicle.
• One-time payment can be made through the Rajmargyatra App.

FASTag Annual Pass

• Provides a one-time payment mechanism instead of frequent FASTag recharges.
• Designed specifically for private/non-commercial vehicles.
• The pass is linked to the vehicle’s existing valid FASTag.
• It covers eligible National Highways and National Expressways fee plazas.

Important Full Forms

• FASTag: Electronic toll collection system using Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology.

Prelims Quick Revision

• FASTag Annual Pass launched on 15 August 2025.
• Crossed 1 crore passes issued.
• Fee: ₹3,075.
• Validity: 1 year or 200 toll plaza crossings.
• Applicable at about 1,150 fee plazas.
• Applicable to non-commercial vehicles with valid FASTag.
• Annual Pass is activated on the existing FASTag.
• Payment is made through the Rajmargyatra App.

UPSC Prelims Trap

• ₹3,075 is the one-time fee, not a recurring monthly recharge.
• The pass is for non-commercial vehicles, not all vehicles.
• Validity is based on either 1 year or 200 crossings.
• The Annual Pass is not a separate physical toll tag; it is activated on the existing FASTag linked to the vehicle.