What are the benefits of FASTag?

FASTag is a reloadable tag which can be used at toll plazas; it enables automatic deduction of toll fees and allows you to pass through without you having to wait for any kind of cash transaction. The tag uses Radio Frequency Identification Technology and is affixed on the windscreen when the tag is active.

How do I get a toll exemption FASTag?

Online Application Process for Exempted FASTag:

1. Select the exempted category listed on the above table.
2. Select the respective NHAI Regional Office (RO) to submit the application.
3. Enter the exempted applicant’s name, mobile number and email address.
4. Enter the vehicle registration number for which the exempted FASTag.

What is the cost per FASTag?

The FASTag is operated by 23 different banks, which are governed by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) and the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)….Charges.

How do you charge a FASTag highway?

How to Make IHMCL FASTag Recharge Online on Paytm?

1. Go to FASTag recharge on Paytm.
2. Select Indian Highways Management Company Limited as the FASTag issuing Bank.
3. Enter your Vehicle Number/Vehicle Registration Number.
4. Click on ‘Proceed’ and enter the recharge amount.

Which problems did FASTag solve?

The bid was to simplify toll collection on all highways across India. To reduce human error, wasteful time depletion and needless fuel consumption, FASTag came into the picture in the Indian transportation industry. Implementation of anything new brings with it certain challenges.

Which FASTag is best to buy?

In my case, I felt ICICI Bank is the best provider for me because I have a saving account there, I like their website which is user-friendly, easy to understand for me and I can easily transfer cash from my savings to FASTag wallet. Most importantly I trust the bank and its customer care support.

What is minimum balance for FASTag?

There were reports that vehicles with fast tags of certain banks were not allowed to cross toll booths if they didn’t have a minimum balance of Rs 150-200. National Highway Authority officials have clarified that this condition had been removed.

How do I use FASTag online?

How to get FASTag?

1. Log on to the HDFC Bank FASTag portal.
2. Select the option of login.
3. Click on first-time user and continue.
4. Fill in your details.
5. Make the payment.
6. Have the card delivered to your doorstep.

How do I activate NPCI FASTag?

4 easy steps to activate their NETC FASTag

1. Identify the bank logo attached to the NETC FASTag in your car.
2. Contact the bank customer care center and get your customer ID.
3. Login to your bank app or website & register.
4. Lastly, check your balance & recharge if necessary.

What is the use of FASTag card?

FASTag card is a simple & reusable tag that works on radio-frequency identification technology (RFID). FasTag needs to be affixed on the vehicle’s windscreen. And FasTag is linked to a registered Prepaid Account to facilitate instant automatic deduction of toll charges for your vehicles.

Will fastags become mandatory for paying toll across national highways?

ET reported on July 9 the government’s plan to make FASTags mandatory for payment of toll across national highways. According to the National Highways Fee (Determination of Rates and Collection) Rules, 2008, lanes at toll plazas will be reserved exclusively for FASTag users.

What happens if you do not have a FASTag for your car?

If you still do not have a FASTag for your car, you will be penalised. This deadline was extended twice already– the first deadline was December 15, 2019, which was extended to December 31, 2019, and then finally to January 15, 2020. Users without a FASTag will have to pay double the fees at toll plazas across national highways in the country.

How is the FASTag calculated for round trips?

This is how it is calculated. If the round trip happens within the stipulated time (it varies from toll to toll), then the FASTag automatically deducts only the difference during the return trip. For example, if single trip costs Rs. 30 and a round trip costs Rs. 45, then the following happens