If you live near a toll plaza and cross it regularly, chances are you’ve been spending a good chunk of money on toll fees each month. But now, there’s some actual relief from NHAI — they’ve rolled out a monthly FASTag pass for local residents, and it’ll cost you just ₹340 per month.
Yes, you read that right. ₹340. And the best part? You get unlimited entry and exit at your local toll plaza.
Let’s get into the details — without the jargon.
What’s This All About?
The ₹340 FASTag pass is for people living within 20 km of a toll plaza. Earlier this was only for 10 km radius, but thankfully, they’ve stretched it to 20 now — which means a lot more villages and small towns are covered.
With this pass, you can drive through your local toll as many times as you want in a month. No need to stop every time and pay. It’s one payment — unlimited travel.
Who’s It For?
This isn’t for everyone driving on the highway — it’s only for local residents who meet a few basic conditions:
- Your home must be within 20 km of the toll plaza.
- Your vehicle must be registered in your name at the same address.
- You’ll need to provide proof of residence (Aadhaar, voter ID, electricity bill, etc.)
- And of course, you need an active FASTag on your vehicle.
Also, this pass is for private vehicles — like your car or SUV. Trucks and commercial vehicles don’t qualify.
How Do You Apply?
Now, don’t expect some fancy online portal for this. The application process is still mostly manual and happens at the toll plaza itself.
Here’s what to do:
- Go to the toll office — not the FASTag lane, but the office building nearby.
- Carry these:
- Your RC (vehicle registration certificate)
- Proof of address within 20 km
- Your mobile number
- Ask for the Local Monthly Pass form.
- Fill it out, attach the docs, pay ₹340 — done.
Some toll plazas (not all) are accepting applications via WhatsApp or mobile calls now. If your local operator has that option, use it — it’s a lot easier.
What If You Don’t Know the Distance?
A lot of people aren’t even sure if they fall within the 20 km zone.
Here’s a simple trick: open Google Maps, drop a pin on your house, and check the distance to the toll plaza using “Directions.” If it shows 20 km or less — you’re good to go.
Or better, just ask at the toll office — they usually have a list of all eligible villages and towns.
Why This Is a Game-Changer
Toll charges keep going up. If you cross the toll even once a day (to work and back), that’s around ₹120 per day, or ₹3,000–₹3,500 per month. For folks living paycheck to paycheck — that hurts.
But now, it’s just ₹340 flat for the entire month.
That’s not a discount — that’s a life-saver, especially for daily commuters like:
- School teachers
- Small business owners
- Farmers going to mandis
- Employees working in city offices but living nearby
- And even students
People Are Already Using It
In places like Gadpuri (Haryana) and Bawal, locals have already started applying. Villagers say they’re saving thousands every month. And the best part? No more stopping at the booth or arguing with the toll guy about change or FASTag scans.
One local from Palwal told me he now drives his kids to school and back without worrying about toll every time. “Pehle 100 rupaye nikalte the roz ke. Ab ek mahine ke ₹340 mein kaam ho jaata hai,” he said.
That’s the kind of impact this policy is making.
A Few Things to Keep in Mind
- This pass is only valid for one toll plaza — the one you apply for.
- You have to renew it manually every month — there’s no auto-debit yet.
- Make sure your address in the RC matches your proof of residence — that’s the most common reason for rejection.
- If you sell your car or move, the pass becomes invalid.
Also, two-wheelers and tractors don’t need this — they’re already toll-free under most NHAI rules.
Final Word: Don’t Miss Out
If you’re eligible and haven’t applied yet — do it. This is probably one of the rare times where a government scheme is actually easy to use and truly helpful.
And tell your neighbors too — a lot of people still don’t know about the 20 km local pass rule. Some still think it’s only for people within 10 km, which used to be the case earlier.
So if you’ve got your FASTag sorted, your address proof ready, and you’re tired of paying tolls daily — this ₹340 pass is a no-brainer.
