🚗 What is FASTag?

FASTag is an electronic toll collection system operated by the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI). It uses Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology to automatically deduct toll charges when your vehicle passes through toll plazas.

The tag is affixed on your vehicle’s windscreen, so you don’t have to stop to pay cash — your toll fee is directly deducted from your prepaid FASTag account or linked bank account.

💡 How does FASTag work?

✅ You link your FASTag to a prepaid wallet or your bank account.
✅ When you pass through a toll booth equipped with FASTag scanners, the RFID scanner reads your tag.
✅ The toll amount is automatically deducted.
✅ You receive an SMS alert for every transaction.

🏦 Where can you get a FASTag?

You can buy FASTags from:

• Banks (like SBI, HDFC, ICICI, Axis, etc.)

• NHAI official website

• Paytm, PhonePe, Amazon, or other e-commerce platforms

• At certain toll plazas

📄 Documents required to get a FASTag

• Registration Certificate (RC) of the vehicle

• Passport-size photo of vehicle owner

• KYC documents (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.) depending on issuing agency

💰 FASTag Charges

⚡ Benefits of FASTag

✅ No need to stop at toll plazas → saves time and fuel.
✅ Online recharging and easy balance checks.
✅ SMS and email alerts for all transactions.
✅ Encourages digital payments.
✅ Cashback offers (earlier up to 2.5%, may vary now).
✅ Reduced congestion at toll plazas.

🔋 How to recharge FASTag?

• Through issuing bank’s mobile app or website.

• UPI, credit/debit cards, or net banking.

• Through wallets like Paytm, PhonePe, etc.

🟢 FASTag validity

The FASTag is valid for 5 years from the date of issue. You need to maintain sufficient balance in your account during this period.

❓ FAQs

✅ Is FASTag mandatory?

Yes, as per the Government of India, FASTag has been mandatory since February 15, 2021 for all vehicles at national highway toll plazas.

✅ Can I use one FASTag for two vehicles?

No, each FASTag is specific to one vehicle (linked to its RC).

✅ What happens if my FASTag has low balance?

You may not be allowed to use FASTag lanes. You may need to pay the toll fee as double the normal rate in some cases.

✅ What if my FASTag is not working?

Contact your issuing bank’s FASTag helpline. You can also use the dedicated FASTag grievance redressal system.