The National Highways Authority of India has announced a revision in the fee for the FASTag Annual Pass for the financial year 2026–27. The fee will be increased from ₹3,000 to ₹3,075 and the revised rate will come into effect from 1 April 2026.
The revision has been carried out in accordance with the provisions of the National Highways Fee Determination of Rates and Collection Rules, 2008. Officials said the change reflects the periodic revision of toll related charges applicable on national highway infrastructure across the country.
The FASTag Annual Pass has gained significant popularity among private vehicle owners since its introduction. More than 56 lakh users have adopted the facility, reflecting the growing shift toward digital toll payment systems and seamless highway travel.
The revised fee will apply to eligible non commercial vehicles that have a valid FASTag and wish to avail the Annual Pass facility. The pass allows vehicles to use approximately 1,150 fee plazas located on National Highways and National Expressways across the country.
The FASTag Annual Pass is designed to simplify toll payments for regular highway users. Instead of repeatedly recharging FASTag balances for frequent journeys, users can pay a one time fee and access the benefits of the pass. Once activated, the pass remains valid for one year or up to 200 toll plaza crossings, whichever occurs earlier.
The facility is available only for non commercial vehicles that have an active FASTag linked to the vehicle. Authorities said the system is intended to provide a convenient and cost effective travel solution for frequent highway commuters, particularly private car owners who regularly travel through toll plazas.
Activation of the FASTag Annual Pass takes place quickly after payment. Once the one time fee is paid through the Rajmarg Yatra mobile application or the official National Highways Authority of India website, the annual pass is activated within two hours on the FASTag already linked to the vehicle.
The initiative was first launched on 15 August 2025 as part of efforts to further streamline digital tolling systems and enhance the travel experience on national highways. Since its introduction, the pass has received a strong response from highway users, indicating growing acceptance of digital payment based toll management systems.
Officials said the increasing adoption of the FASTag Annual Pass reflects the broader success of the FASTag ecosystem, which has significantly improved traffic movement at toll plazas and reduced waiting time for vehicles on highways.
The FASTag system, which operates through radio frequency identification technology, enables automatic deduction of toll charges as vehicles pass through toll plazas. This eliminates the need for cash transactions and reduces congestion at toll booths.
With the Annual Pass facility, the government aims to provide an additional layer of convenience to frequent travellers by enabling them to make a single payment for multiple journeys instead of managing repeated toll deductions.
The National Highways Authority of India said the revision in the annual pass fee remains modest and ensures continued affordability while supporting the maintenance and development of highway infrastructure.
India’s national highway network has expanded significantly in recent years and the digital tolling system has become a key component of efficient highway management. The FASTag platform has played a central role in improving toll collection efficiency, promoting digital transactions and ensuring smoother travel across the country’s rapidly growing road network.
The updated FASTag Annual Pass fee will come into effect nationwide from 1 April 2026 and will apply to all eligible users seeking to avail the facility for the financial year 2026–27.
