- About 30,000 private vehicles in Uttar Pradesh activated the FASTag Annual Pass within two days of launch.
- Over 21,000 toll crossings recorded in UP, with Lucknow and Varanasi zones leading transactions.
- Annual Pass offers one year or 200 toll-free crossings at a one-time cost of
3,000 via Rajmargyatra app.
FASTag Annual Pass Scheme is quickly becoming popular in Uttar Pradesh, with thousands of private vehicle owners choosing this easy toll payment option. This scheme, launched across the country on August 15, 2025, is made to simplify toll payments and give cost certainty for frequent highway travelers. If you want to save time and money on tolls, knowing how to activate and use the FASTag Annual Pass is important.
Uttar Pradesh has seen a strong response to the FASTag Annual Pass Scheme. Within just two days of its launch, around 30,000 private vehicles in the state activated the pass. Toll plazas recorded more than 21,000 crossings by these pass holders till August 16, 2025.
Looking at the data, the UP West zone (Lucknow) had 18,136 toll transactions, while the UP East zone (Varanasi) reported 3,106 transactions. This shows the heavy highway traffic in the state and the early interest in the scheme among frequent travelers.
These activations show vehicles that have bought the pass, while the transaction count shows actual toll use. Many new pass holders have yet to make highway trips, so more growth in usage is expected.
How to Activate the FASTag Annual Pass 2025
Activating the FASTag Annual Pass is easy and can be done through the Rajmargyatra mobile app. Here is a step-by-step guide:
- Download and install the Rajmargyatra app on your smartphone.
- Log in using your existing FASTag credentials or create a new account.
- Select the option to activate the Annual Pass on your existing FASTag.
- Pay a one-time fee of 3,000 to activate the pass.
Receive confirmation of activation, which allows toll-free travel for one year or up to 200 toll crossings, whichever comes first.
This activation process is user-friendly and made to encourage more vehicle owners to use digital toll payments.
Benefits of the FASTag Annual Pass for Frequent Travelers
The FASTag Annual Pass offers several benefits, especially for those who often travel on national highways and expressways:
- Toll-Free Travel: Enjoy up to 200 toll crossings or one year of toll-free travel, cutting down the hassle of paying tolls repeatedly.
- Cost Certainty: Pay a fixed amount upfront (3,000), helping you plan your travel expenses without worrying about changing toll charges.Time Savings: Avoid long lines at toll plazas by using the FASTag system, which allows automatic toll deduction and faster passage.
- Convenience: Manage your toll payments easily through the Rajmargyatra app, with clear records of your toll use.
National Impact and Future Prospects of the FASTag Annual Pass Scheme
Since its launch across India on August 15, 2025, the FASTag Annual Pass Scheme has seen impressive adoption. On the launch day alone, over 1.4 lakh users subscribed to the pass nationwide. By the afternoon of August 17, activations crossed 4 lakh, resulting in more than 4.25 lakh toll-free crossings.
This fast uptake shows the scheme’s potential to change toll collection by promoting digital payments and cutting down cash transactions. The National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) expects the scheme to improve the efficiency of toll plazas and make travel on national highways better overall.
For frequent travelers like you, the FASTag Annual Pass Scheme offers a smart, cost-effective way to travel highways without the stress of toll payments. Keep an eye on updates from NHAI for more information and future improvements to this scheme.