The FASTag Annual Pass offers convenience and cost savings for frequent travelers on national highways, but it also comes with several limitations that users should be aware of before opting in. From restrictions on vehicle types and limited geographic coverage to non-transferability and strict usage terms, the Annual Pass may not suit every road user. Understanding these drawbacks is essential to determine whether the pass truly offers value based on an individual's travel patterns and needs. The Annual Pass will be effective from August 15, 2025. If you are planning to buy one ET Wealth tells you what are the factors you must check before you pay.
What is the FASTag Annual Pass?
Annual Pass activated on the FASTag allows free passage of private car/jeep/van at designated National Highway (NH) and National Expressway (NE) fee plazas for one year or 200 trips (whichever is earlier), without per-trip user fee charges.
This Annual Pass can be activated on your existing FASTag, provided it meets the eligibility criteria.
Also read: FASTag annual pass: How to activate it in your existing FASTag account? Check how to purchase, validity and more
FASTAg annual pass cannot use it under these conditions
Applicable to limited vehicles
The Annual Pass is only available for private, non-commercial cars/jeeps/vans.
Fixed cost, non-transferable
The pass costs Rs 3,000 upfront, regardless of how many trips you make. If you end up taking fewer than 200 trips in a year, you lose the unused value, and there will not be any refunds. Once activated, the pass is non-transferable. It is tied to a specific FASTag and vehicle.
Applicable for select highways
This annual pass is valid only on National Highway (NH) and National Expressway (NE) toll plazas. So, if you are a frequent traveler on state highway tolls, Expressways run by state or local authorities, this pass is not applicable.
Invalid If FASTag is not properly installed
For the pass to be activated, the FASTag must be properly affixed to the vehicle’s windshield and linked to a valid Vehicle Registration Number (VRN), not blacklisted etc.
Confusion in counting trips
There can be confusion in counting the number of trips if users are not aware of the rules. For point-based fee plazas, each crossing counts as one trip, so a round trip (to and fro) counts as two trips. For closed tolling fee plazas, one complete entry and exit pair is counted as a single trip.
To check the finer details you may also refer to following FAQ on Annual Pass facility for FASTag Users
Which Fee Plazas are covered under the Annual Pass?
It is valid only at National Highway (NH) and National Expressway (NE) fee plazas. At fee plazas on Expressways, State Highways (SH), etc. managed by State Governments or local bodies, parkings etc. the FASTag will operate as a regular FASTag, and applicable user fee charges may apply.
How long is the Annual Pass valid?
The Annual Pass is valid for one year from the date of activation or 200 transactions (trips), whichever comes first. Once the Annual Pass completes either 200 trips or one year from the date of activation, it will automatically revert to a regular FASTag. To continue using the Annual Pass benefits, the user will need to re-activate the Annual Pass to get 200 trips / 1 year validity.
Is the Annual Pass available for all vehicle types?
No. The Annual Pass is applicable only for private non-commercial car/jeep/van after checking through VAHAN database. Use in any commercial vehicle will result in immediate deactivation without notice.
Can I transfer my Annual Pass to another vehicle?
No. The pass is non-transferable and is valid only for the vehicle on which the FASTag is affixed and registered. Using it on another vehicle will lead to deactivation.
Do I need to have the FASTag affixed onto the vehicle’s windshield?
Yes. The Annual Pass will be activated only on FASTags properly affixed to the windshield of the registered vehicle.
Can I get an Annual Pass if my FASTag is registered using a chassis number?
No. The Annual Pass cannot be issued on FASTags registered only with a chassis number. You must update the Vehicle Registration Number (VRN) to activate the Annual Pass.
What counts as a single trip under the Annual Pass?
For point-based fee plazas: Each crossing of fee plaza counts as one trip. A round trip (to and fro) counts as two trips.
For Closed Tolling fee plazas: One pair of entry and exit counts as one trip.
What is the FASTag Annual Pass?
Annual Pass activated on the FASTag allows free passage of private car/jeep/van at designated National Highway (NH) and National Expressway (NE) fee plazas for one year or 200 trips (whichever is earlier), without per-trip user fee charges.
This Annual Pass can be activated on your existing FASTag, provided it meets the eligibility criteria.
Also read: FASTag annual pass: How to activate it in your existing FASTag account? Check how to purchase, validity and more
FASTAg annual pass cannot use it under these conditions
Applicable to limited vehicles
The Annual Pass is only available for private, non-commercial cars/jeeps/vans.
Fixed cost, non-transferable
The pass costs Rs 3,000 upfront, regardless of how many trips you make. If you end up taking fewer than 200 trips in a year, you lose the unused value, and there will not be any refunds. Once activated, the pass is non-transferable. It is tied to a specific FASTag and vehicle.
Applicable for select highways
This annual pass is valid only on National Highway (NH) and National Expressway (NE) toll plazas. So, if you are a frequent traveler on state highway tolls, Expressways run by state or local authorities, this pass is not applicable.
Invalid If FASTag is not properly installed
For the pass to be activated, the FASTag must be properly affixed to the vehicle’s windshield and linked to a valid Vehicle Registration Number (VRN), not blacklisted etc.
Confusion in counting trips
There can be confusion in counting the number of trips if users are not aware of the rules. For point-based fee plazas, each crossing counts as one trip, so a round trip (to and fro) counts as two trips. For closed tolling fee plazas, one complete entry and exit pair is counted as a single trip.
To check the finer details you may also refer to following FAQ on Annual Pass facility for FASTag Users
Which Fee Plazas are covered under the Annual Pass?
It is valid only at National Highway (NH) and National Expressway (NE) fee plazas. At fee plazas on Expressways, State Highways (SH), etc. managed by State Governments or local bodies, parkings etc. the FASTag will operate as a regular FASTag, and applicable user fee charges may apply.
How long is the Annual Pass valid?
The Annual Pass is valid for one year from the date of activation or 200 transactions (trips), whichever comes first. Once the Annual Pass completes either 200 trips or one year from the date of activation, it will automatically revert to a regular FASTag. To continue using the Annual Pass benefits, the user will need to re-activate the Annual Pass to get 200 trips / 1 year validity.
Is the Annual Pass available for all vehicle types?
No. The Annual Pass is applicable only for private non-commercial car/jeep/van after checking through VAHAN database. Use in any commercial vehicle will result in immediate deactivation without notice.
Can I transfer my Annual Pass to another vehicle?
No. The pass is non-transferable and is valid only for the vehicle on which the FASTag is affixed and registered. Using it on another vehicle will lead to deactivation.
Do I need to have the FASTag affixed onto the vehicle’s windshield?
Yes. The Annual Pass will be activated only on FASTags properly affixed to the windshield of the registered vehicle.
Can I get an Annual Pass if my FASTag is registered using a chassis number?
No. The Annual Pass cannot be issued on FASTags registered only with a chassis number. You must update the Vehicle Registration Number (VRN) to activate the Annual Pass.
What counts as a single trip under the Annual Pass?
For point-based fee plazas: Each crossing of fee plaza counts as one trip. A round trip (to and fro) counts as two trips.
For Closed Tolling fee plazas: One pair of entry and exit counts as one trip.
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