FASTag

Whats is FASTag?

FASTag is an electronic toll collection system run by NHAI. It deploys radio frequency identification (RFID) technology Tag for making toll payments directly from the prepaid or savings account linked to it. The data-intrusive centralised system ensures seamless traffic and prevent congestion at toll plazas by allowing automatic deduction of toll charges.
The tag is fixed on the windscreen of the vehicle and allows users to drive through toll plazas without stopping for transactions. Once the vehicle crosses a toll ; users will receive an SMS with details of deduction.
FASTags do not have any expiry date, hence, they can be used as long as they are not tampered with and are readable at the toll plazas.

How does FASTag system work?

Vehicles FASTag, an electronic toll collection system run by NHAI, deploys radio frequency identification (RFID) technology for making toll payments directly from the prepaid or savings account linked to it. The data-intrusive centralised system ensures seamless traffic and prevent congestion at toll plazas by allowing automatic deduction of toll charges.
The tag is fixed on the windscreen of the vehicle and allows users to drive through toll plazas without stopping for transactions. Once the vehicle crosses a toll users will receive an SMS with details of deduction.
FASTags do not have any expiry date, hence, they can be used as long as they are not tampered with and are readable at the toll plazas.
Vehicles which have FASTag enabled on them, do not have to stop at toll gates as charges are deducted from the prepaid or bank account when the vehicle is moving. This means that drivers do not have to stop their vehicle to make transactions as the toll collection will be done electronically under the National Electronic Toll Collection (NETC) programme.

Is FASTag mandatory?

Yes, However Government of India has extended deadline till 15th Feb 2021 earlier it was madatory from Jan 1, 2021.

If you don’t have FASTag in your vehicle, you have to pay double toll tax in case you drive through FASTag lane.

How to buy a Fastag?

FASTags are issued by 22 certified banks and through various channels at National Highway toll plazas and also at select bank branches.

They are also available on e-commerce platforms as well as Bank online websites.Checkout details in Apply FASTag Online.