NHAI Expands Digital FASTag Local Pass to 121 Toll Plazas
19 August 2026: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) said on August 18, 2026, that its digital FASTag local pass is now available at 121 toll plazas across India. The online process lets eligible residents apply through the Rajmargyatra app, replacing toll-plaza visits and paper submissions with digital checks.
What is the digital FASTag local pass ?
The digital FASTag local pass is a monthly toll pass for eligible residents whose registered address falls within 20 km of a participating toll plaza. It allows unlimited trips through that specific plaza during the month, subject to NHAI rules. It is not a nationwide pass for every toll point. NHAI said it introduced the first digital local pass at the Mundka–Bakkarwala Toll Plaza on Delhi’s Urban Extension Road-II in July 2026. The authority’s press-release archive records a July 20 announcement covering the digital local pass and the MargMitra help centre. NHAI has now extended the facility to 121 plazas and said more locations will follow.
Who can apply for an NHAI local toll pass ?
A resident may apply if their registered address is within a 20 km radius of a toll plaza included in the programme. The application also needs an eligible vehicle and a linked FASTag. Approval remains tied to the selected plaza and the applicable local-pass rules.
- The applicant must live within the prescribed 20 km radius.
- The toll plaza must appear on NHAI’s eligible list.
- The vehicle information and linked FASTag must pass verification.
- The pass covers unlimited trips through the approved plaza for the relevant month.
Drivers can check participating locations on NHAI’s FASTag local-pass portal before starting an application.
How does the digital FASTag local pass application work ?
Eligible commuters apply through the Rajmargyatra mobile app rather than visiting the toll plaza. NHAI says the system uses consent-based connections with DigiLocker and VAHAN to retrieve the applicant’s address, vehicle information and linked FASTag details. The platform then uses geographic information system (GIS) checks to determine whether the registered address falls within the required 20 km radius. Digital verification removes routine paper handling and cuts the need for manual address checks, although applicants must still meet NHAI’s eligibility conditions.
What changes for local commuters ?
| Step | Earlier process | Digital process |
|---|---|---|
| Application | Visit the relevant toll plaza | Apply through the Rajmargyatra app |
| Documents | Submit address and vehicle papers manually | Consent to verified digital retrieval |
| Distance check | Manual review of residence details | GIS check against the 20 km radius |
| Pass use | Monthly access after approval | Monthly access through the linked FASTag after approval |
The change mainly removes a recurring administrative trip for nearby residents. It also gives NHAI one verification method across participating plazas, reducing differences caused by local paperwork.
FAQs ….
Does the local pass work at every toll plaza ?
No. The pass applies to the eligible toll plaza for which the resident qualifies. NHAI currently says the digital facility covers 121 plazas.
Does living within 20 km guarantee approval ?
No. The address-radius test is one condition. The plaza, vehicle details and linked FASTag must also meet the applicable requirements.
Where can users find the current plaza list ?
NHAI directs users to the FASTag local-pass page on the Rajmargyatra portal. Since the authority plans to add more plazas, applicants should check the live list before applying.
