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Apply and Recharge Your FASTag Online Quickly Across India
Apply, recharge, and manage your FASTag online to travel toll-free and faster.
FASTag is now essential for seamless toll payments on highways in India. It uses RFID technology to automatically deduct toll charges, helping you save time and fuel by avoiding long queues. This guide will help you understand how to apply for FASTag online, recharge it easily, and check its balance to stay compliant with road transport rules.
What is FASTag?
FASTag is an RFID-based electronic toll collection system managed by the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) and Indian Highways Management Company Ltd (IHMCL). It is affixed to your vehicle’s windshield and allows automatic toll deduction when you pass through toll plazas.
Benefits of Using FASTag
Saves time by avoiding toll queues.
Promotes cashless transactions.
Provides SMS alerts for each transaction and balance.
Improves fuel efficiency.
Mandatory for all vehicles under MoRTH guidelines.
Documents Required to Apply for FASTag
Before applying, keep these documents ready:
Vehicle’s Registration Certificate (RC).
Passport-size photograph of the vehicle owner.
KYC documents (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, or Driving Licence).
How to Apply for FASTag Online
1. Apply through the Official NHAI Portal
Visit the NHAI FASTag Portal.
Click on “Apply FASTag”.
Enter your name, mobile number, vehicle registration details, and email.
Upload your RC and KYC documents.
Complete payment using UPI, debit card, credit card, or net banking.
FASTag will be delivered to your registered address.
2. Apply via Authorised Banks
Many banks, including SBI, ICICI, HDFC, and Axis Bank, are authorised to issue FASTag.
Visit your chosen bank’s FASTag portal (for example, SBI FASTag).
Fill in the application form with your vehicle and personal details.
Upload the required documents.
Pay the issuance fee and security deposit.
FASTag will be dispatched to your address.
3. Apply via Mobile Apps
Apps like Paytm, PhonePe, and the My FASTag app allow you to apply for a FASTag.
Download the app on your smartphone.
Navigate to the FASTag section.
Enter your vehicle and personal details.
Upload documents and complete payment.
FASTag will be delivered to your address.
👉 For a complete view of recharge and KYC rules,
Read our FASTag India 2025 guide.
How to Recharge FASTag Online
Once your FASTag is active, you can easily recharge it through the following methods:
1. Through Your Issuing Bank Portal
Log in to your FASTag account on your bank’s FASTag portal.
Navigate to the recharge section.
Enter the recharge amount.
Complete payment using UPI, net banking, or cards.
2. Using the My FASTag App
Download the My FASTag app.
Link your FASTag with your bank account.
Enter the amount and pay using UPI.
3. Via Payment Apps
You can recharge using apps like Paytm, PhonePe, and Google Pay.
Go to the FASTag recharge section.
Enter your vehicle number or FASTag Wallet ID.
Enter the amount and complete payment.
4. Using UPI Directly
You can recharge FASTag using UPI in this format:
Open your UPI app (Paytm, PhonePe, Google Pay).
Use UPI ID in the format: netc.vehicleNumber@bankUPI.
Enter the amount and pay.
How to Check FASTag Balance
You will receive SMS notifications after each toll transaction with your updated balance.
Check your balance using the My FASTag app.
Log in to your issuing bank’s FASTag portal.
Check via UPI apps if linked with your FASTag.
What to Do if FASTag is Not Working
Ensure your FASTag is correctly placed on your windshield.
Check if your FASTag wallet has sufficient balance.
Contact your issuing bank’s FASTag customer support if your tag is blacklisted or inactive.
Recharge immediately to avoid double toll charges.
Conclusion
Applying and recharging FASTag online is a quick, convenient process that ensures compliance with government regulations while making travel smoother and faster across India’s highways. By following these steps, you can easily manage your FASTag and avoid unnecessary delays at toll plazas.
For further details, you can refer to these official government resources:
NHAI Official Website
IHMCL FASTag Portal
MoRTH
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