New Delhi | July 2026: The use of FASTag annual passes on Indian highways has increased to 19% of total toll pass traffic, marking a significant rise from around 13% in December 2025, according to data compiled by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
The total number of vehicle trips through toll plazas in June reached 44.4 crore, of which 8.4 crore trips were made using annual passes. Overall toll transactions generated approximately ₹7,214 crore during the month.
In comparison, June 2025 recorded 38.6 crore trips, with collections of ₹6,973 crore, reflecting a 15% year-on-year growth in traffic volume and a 3.5% increase in value. Officials noted that the slower growth in toll revenue relative to traffic volume is primarily due to the rising adoption of annual passes.
The FASTag annual pass, launched on August 15 at a price of ₹3,075, allows up to 200 highway trips per year, translating to an effective cost of around ₹15.40 per trip. It is currently available only for private passenger vehicles, which account for about 40% of total toll traffic, though their contribution to revenue stands at roughly 25%.
Officials said the growing use of annual passes has had an estimated 10% impact on toll collections, partly offset by upfront pass revenue, resulting in a net effective revenue reduction of around 7–8% for toll operators.
The data highlights the increasing preference among frequent highway users for prepaid, subscription-based tolling options that offer convenience, cost efficiency, and reduced waiting time at toll plazas. As FASTag adoption continues to deepen, the annual pass system is emerging as a key component of India’s digital tolling ecosystem.
