In a move to streamline toll payments, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) now allows travelers to activate and manage an Annual FASTag Pass directly through its ‘Rajmargyatra’ mobile app. This new feature, integrated into the comprehensive highway user portal, offers a cost-effective solution for frequent commuters. For a fixed annual fee of ₹3000, the pass allows for up to 200 trips through any toll plaza on national highways, with each entry counted as a single trip.
Annual Pass vs. Regular Toll: A Cost Comparison
With the annual pass, each trip through a toll plaza costs a flat rate of ₹15 (₹3000 / 200 trips). Let’s see how this compares to the standard toll fees on the Bangalore to Tirupati route:
| Toll Plaza | Regular Toll (₹) | Annual Pass Cost (₹) | Savings (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoskote | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Mulbagal | 90 | 15 | 75 |
| Nangli | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Mahasamudram | 100 | 15 | 85 |
| Gadanki | 125 | 15 | 110 |
| Total (One-Way) | 375 | 75 | 300 |
As you can see, the annual pass offers significant savings at each toll plaza. A one-way trip from Bangalore to Tirupati would cost only ₹75 with the annual pass, compared to ₹375 at the regular price, saving you ₹300 on a single trip.
How to Activate Your Annual FASTag Pass:
Here’s a step-by-step guide to activating your annual pass using the Rajmargyatra app:
Download and Login to the Rajmargyatra App: If you haven’t already, download the app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. After installation, log in to your account using your mobile number or social logins.
Download the Rajmargyatra App Navigate to the Annual Pass Section: Open the app and locate the ‘Annual Pass’ or a similarly named section within the services menu.
Navigate to the Annual Pass Section Initiate Annual Pass Activation: Tap on the ‘Get Started’ button to begin the activation process for your annual pass.
Initiate Annual Pass Activation Enter Vehicle Details: Provide your vehicle registration number (VRN) associated with your FASTag.
Enter Vehicle Details Verify Vehicle Eligibility: The app will verify your vehicle’s eligibility for the annual pass based on the provided details.
Verify Vehicle Eligibility Complete OTP Verification: Authenticate your request by entering the One-Time Password (OTP) sent to your registered mobile number.
Complete OTP Verification View Annual Pass Details: After successful activation, you can view the details of your newly activated annual pass.
View Annual Pass Details Complete Payment: Proceed to make the required payment for the annual pass through the available online payment options.
Complete Payment
This initiative is a significant step towards digitalizing highway travel and reducing congestion at toll plazas. By opting for an annual pass, users can enjoy seamless travel without the need to recharge their FASTag frequently.