FASTag
FASTag is expanding: its annual pass has crossed one crore users since the August 15 launch (ET Auto Retail, 28 Sept), and barrier-free tolling is targeted nationwide by March 2027 (Business Today, 15 Sept). NHAI has told banks to stop using FASTag to restrict entry at Delhi Airport Terminal 3 arrivals (Indian Express, 14 Oct).
What it means Issuing banks face a narrower role, since it is a payment instrument and not an access-control tool.
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From 5 stories, the newest dated 28 Sept 2026. Summary written 2 Oct 2026. Newer developments are under Latest moves.
FASTag is an electronic toll-payment system used on Indian highways.
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By September 2026, around 13 crore FASTags had been issued, penetration exceeded 98%, and FASTag had increased toll collections by about 10%, or Rs 7,000 crore, according to reported figures. [1] source: ET Small Business
In September 2026, the National Highways Authority of India launched OneTag on the Rajmargyatra app, allowing eligible FASTag users to switch issuer banks while keeping their physical tag and ID. Users must complete fresh KYC, and the portability process includes a six-month cooling-off period. [2] source: Times of India[3] source: Financial Express
FASTag Annual Pass surpassed one crore users since its August 15 launch, according to a report published in September 2026. [4] source: ET Auto Retail The government is targeting barrier-free FASTag and ANPR tolling across national highways by March 2027; a separate target calls for more than 70% of toll booths to be barrier-free by December 2026. [5] source: Business Today[1] source: ET Small Business
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In September 2026, NHAI launched OneTag on the Rajmargyatra app, enabling eligible FASTag users to switch issuer banks without replacing their physical tag; fresh KYC and a six-month cooling-off period apply. [2] source: Times of India[3] source: Financial Express
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