If you are a frequent highway dweller, we have some good news for you. From November 15, 2025, vehicles without a valid FASTag will have to pay 25% more toll tax when using UPI or other digital approved methods, while cash payments will continue to cost double the regular fee.
| Payment Method | Toll Amount |
| FASTag | Standard toll fee |
| Cash | Double the regular toll (100% extra of the regular toll) |
| UPI or other approved digital methods | 25% extra of the regular toll |
Example calculation:-
If the regular toll = ₹100, then the cash payment will be: ₹100 + 100% = ₹200 → ₹100 more than the regular toll. On the other hand, UPI payment will be ₹100 + 25% = ₹125. That’s ₹75 less than a cash payment.
In short, using UPI will now be a cheaper option for vehicles that don’t have a valid FASTag.
Reason Behind This Move
The revised policy reflects a more flexible approach by the government, encouraging digital payments and reducing cash handling at toll plazas. This will also ensure transparency and efficiency in toll booth collections. Additionally, paying through UPI is faster and cheaper than cash, helping drivers avoid long waits at toll plazas. Digital payments also give drivers more control over costs, allowing them to steer clear of the double-charge penalty while still having an alternative if their FASTag is not working. However, connectivity issues or UPI server delays could occasionally disrupt payments.
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