How to Recharge FASTag Online and Offline?

FASTag has changed the scenario of long queues and waitings at toll plazas. Introduction of FASTag has enabled an electronic toll payment system which has reduced these long queues saving time and fuel. It's a simple RFID tag that goes on your car’s windshield and lets vehicles move through toll booths without stopping. In this blog we will discuss how to recharge your FASTag online and offline.

Latest Update: NHAI has introduced a new scheme for frequent travellers i.e. FASTag Annual Pass which is available for purchase. This pass cost around 3000 with one year validity or 200 trips (whichever comes first) for private vehicles.

FASTag Meaning

FASTag is an RFID tag used for making toll payment easily as it deducts the payments directly from the linked bank account. It is fixed on the vehicles windscreen which make sure that vehicles don’t have to stop for toll payments resulting in avoiding traffic and saving fuel. These toll charges are directly deducted from the linked bank account. 

How to Recharge a FASTag?

FASTag recharge is possible both online and offline Here are different ways on how to recharge FASTag Online-

UPI Recharge

Here is how to recharge FASTag using UPI-

• Open UPI App
• Login to your UPI app
• Go to recharge and bills
• Click on FASTag recharge
• Select your FASTag bank
• Enter vehicle number and other details
• Enter the amount to recharge
• Click on proceed
• Select the preferred payment method
• Enter the UPI PIN

Now, you will receive a message to inform you about successful recharge.

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Issuer Bank Portal

Here is how to recharge FASTag using any issuer bank portal-

• Visit the bank’s website
• Login to Net Banking
• Select FASTag Recharge option
• Click on “Add Money/Recharge” option
• Now enter the amount
• Select the payment method
• Now, complete the recharge transaction instantly.

Once complete, you will receive a message to inform you about successful recharge.

My FASTag App

Here is how to complete FASTag recharge using FASTag App-

UPI Recharge

• Click on UPI recharge on FASTag App
• Select bank which you purchased the FASTag
• Enter the vehicle number
• Follow the steps mentioned in the app

Now, you can recharge your FASTag using UPI

Wallet Recharge

• Click on wallet recharge on FASTag App
• Now select the bank from you purchased the FASTag
• Enter the vehicle number
• Follow the steps mentioned in the app

Now, you can complete your FASTag recharge with e-wallet

Log on to Bank Portal

• Select the Bank Name on the FASTag App
• Now you will be redirected to the bank FASTag recharge or netbanking page
• Login using credential for making the recharge.
• Follow the steps mentioned and complete the recharge

Bharat BillPay

Here are the steps to complete your FASTag recharge using bharat billpay- 

• Login into Bharat BillPay portal on the FASTag App
• Select FASTag option to recharge,
• You will be redirected to BHIM / UPI / Debit/Credit card or Net Banking for processing the recharge.

Once you make payment, recharge is complete

Recharge through Cash at Toll Plaza

Here is how to complete your FASTag recharge using cash at toll plazas-

• Customer can directly approach the point of sale at a toll plaza
• Make the recharge by paying in cash
• An executive on point of sale top-up the customer NETC FASTag account with that amount paid in cash.

Once payment is complete, a confirmation message will be sent to the registered mobile number.

Benefits of FASTag

FASTag has not only made travel easier but has several other benefits. Some of the benefits of FASTag are mentioned below-

Saves Fuel and Time:

FASTag saves fuel and time as customers don’t need to stop at every toll plaza when travelling for toll payments. This not only saves fuel but also reduces traffic at toll plazas.

Pay Without Stopping Vehicle

FASTag offers a facility to make electronic payments without a need to stop vehicles or roll down windows when crossing a toll plaza. It scans and deducts charges with the bank account on the go when the vehicle is moving.

No Need of Cash:

FASTag has eliminated the need of carrying cash or change as it automatically deducts the exact charge from the linked bank account.

Easy Online Recharge:

FASTag recharge can be easily made online on the issuing banks portal, UPI , wallet, FASTag App etc.

SMS Alerts:

Customers get a SMS alert on their registered mobile number when they make any FASTag payment on a toll plaza or recharge their FASTag, etc.

Easy Access to Statements:

You can easily access statements to check transactions on FASTag on the My FASTag App.

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Conclusion

FASTag has not only made travel across toll plazas seamless but also brought in transparency, convenience, and digital efficiency. With multiple FASTag recharge options like UPI, bank portals, mobile apps, or even cash at toll booths, staying topped up is super easy. Recharge your FASTag easily in a few minutes and enjoy hassle-free travel.