What is the benefit of having 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.

What is FASTag and why is it important?

A FASTag is a reloadable tag that allows an automatic deduction of toll charges. It is affixed on the windscreen of the vehicle and uses RFID (radio frequency identification) technology for making digital payments at the toll plazas. The toll amount is deducted directly from an account linked to your FASTag.

What happens if FASTag doesnt work at toll?

What if the FASTag Machine is not working at the toll? In case the equipments are not working and your FASTag account is having sufficient balance, please pay the toll fee in cash at the plaza. Additionally, please call on 1033 toll free number and register the complaint on centralize call center set up by NHAI (Gov.

What are problem with FASTag?

As per some reports, the annual loss due to such fuel wastage is around Rs 15,000 crore, more than the toll collected every year! Unfortunately, despite FASTag the waiting time has not reduced and traffic is still moving extremely slowly at toll booths, and even the NHAI has admitted this.

Does FASTag save money?

Saves fuel and time: FASTag can help you save up on both – time and fuel. FASTag is scanned and read by the tag reader at toll plazas, and the toll amount is deducted from the bank account linked to your FASTag or your FASTag’s prepaid wallet.

Is there any expiry date for FASTag?

Do FASTags have an expiry date? Yes, FASTags have a fixed validity period of 5 years, from the date of issuance. However, this can vary in case of certain bank-specific tags.

What do you do in FASTag?

The official way of getting a FASTag is to apply for the same via your bank or digital payment apps like PAYTM. The process is to upload your vehicle number and registered owner ID proofs online. Then once the payment is made, one can expect the tag to be delivered at desired address.

What FASTag means?

What is FASTag? FASTag is a RFID passive tag used for making toll payments directly from the customers linked prepaid or savings/current account. It is affixed on the windscreen of the vehicle and enables the customer to drive through toll plazas, without stopping for any toll payments.

Can FASTag be stolen?

If the vehicle is stolen, you can block the fastag by calling the helpline of the bank. If the glass of the vehicle is broken, often the FASTag gets spoiled, then you can change it anywhere.

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.