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FASTag Annual Pass crosses 50 lakh users within six months of launch

The FASTag Annual Pass crossed 50 lakh users with over 26.55 crore transactions within six months of its launch on 15 August 2025, the Road Transport Ministry said on 6 February 2026.

Summary

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways said on 6 February 2026 that the FASTag Annual Pass has crossed 50 lakh users, with over 26.55 crore transactions, within six months of its launch on 15 August 2025. About 28% of all car transactions on the National Highway network now use the pass. Bijwasan Fee Plaza in Delhi NCR leads with about 57% of car crossings using the pass. Region-wise, Chandigarh accounts for the largest share of pass transactions (14%), followed by Tamil Nadu (12.3%) and Delhi (11.5%). The pass is valid at about 1,150 fee plazas on National Highways and Expressways for non-commercial vehicles.

Key facts

Announced
6 February 2026
Users
50 lakh+; 26.55 crore+ transactions
Launched
15 August 2025
Share
About 28% of NH car transactions
Top plaza
Bijwasan (Delhi NCR) ~57%
Top region
Chandigarh 14%, Tamil Nadu 12.3%, Delhi 11.5%

Practice MCQs 2 questions

Q1

About what share of total car transactions on the National Highway network were made through the FASTag Annual Pass, as reported on 6 February 2026?

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Correct answer: C — 28%

Around 28% of total car transactions on the NH network are now carried out through the Annual Pass.

Q2 Advanced

Which region accounted for the largest share of FASTag Annual Pass transactions, as per data released on 6 February 2026?

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Correct answer: B — Chandigarh

Chandigarh led with 14% of all Annual Pass transactions, followed by Tamil Nadu (12.3%) and Delhi (11.5%).

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