The National Highways Authority of India has put out a clear warning for highway users: if you are seeing FASTag Annual Pass offers outside the official ecosystem, you should not trust them. The authority says the pass is available only through the Rajmargyatra app, and anything else claiming to sell it is unauthorised. This warning comes at a time when FASTag usage is near‑constant on national highways, and naturally, that is where scammers are now focusing. The pitch is usually simple: a quick link, a page that looks familiar, and a promise of convenience. But the end result can be money lost and personal data compromised.
Rising wave of fake FASTag‑pass offers
- Many of these fake websites do not look fake at all; they copy layouts, use similar colours, and even mimic official names closely enough to fool someone in a hurry.
- The typical pattern is: you click a link, fill in your vehicle and payment details, make a payment, and then later realise there is no actual pass or any confirmation from NHAI.
NHAI’s clear stand on unauthorised sales
- NHAI says it has seen a growing number of such cases and has issued a straightforward message: there is no third‑party sale of FASTag Annual Passes.
- No independent website, no random app, and no social media link is authorised to offer this pass.
- Any intermediary or platform claiming otherwise is operating without approval.
Only one official route: Rajmargyatra app
- To cut through the confusion, NHAI has clearly stated that the FASTag Annual Pass can be obtained only through the Rajmargyatra app.
- This app is not new; it already handles toll‑related services such as route planning, alerts, and FASTag support within NHAI’s own digital ecosystem.
- It is a verified, controlled channel, and users are advised to download it only from the official Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
- When installing, it is worth checking the publisher name carefully; that small step can prevent a major scam.
What this means for regular highway users
- For frequent highway travellers, this is less about new rules and more about staying alert.
- Do not click on random links or SMS messages that promise quick FASTag Annual Passes.
- Do not trust websites just because they look “official,” and definitely do not share payment details, FASTag numbers, or vehicle‑registration information unless you are on the verified app.
- Digital tolling has made travel easier, but it also means users must be more cautious about online offers.
- In this case, the safest move is also the simplest one: if the purchase option is not on the official Rajmargyatra app or NHAI‑linked platform, do not use it.
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