Under the new provision, eligible residents with a valid and functional FASTag can choose between the existing monthly pass and the concessional annual local pass for travel through a specific fee plaza. The pass will be valid only at the designated toll plaza and cannot be transferred to another location.
The concessional pass will not apply to National Highways or expressways operating under a closed toll collection system. It will also not be available at locations where a service road or alternative road is provided for commuters.
The annual local pass will be available at eligible toll plazas from November 1, 2026. Residents will be able to access the facility through the Rajmargyatra app from December 1, 2026.
The provision has been notified under the National Highways Fee (Determination of Rates and Collection) (Fifth Amendment) Rules, 2026, under the National Highways Act, 1956. The Central Government may revise the applicable fees annually, with changes taking effect from April 1.
With more than 13 crore FASTags issued across India, the scheme aims to reduce toll expenses for eligible residents living near National Highway fee plazas and improve the affordability of local commutin
