Get FASTag Immediately: Toll Plaza POS & Same‑Day Guide

FASTag is the quickest way to pay tolls on National Highways without stopping. If you need one today, the fastest option is an authorized Point of Sale (POS) at a toll plaza or an issuing bank branch—where the tag is usually issued and activated on the spot.

This guide shows the same-day method, what documents to carry, how to find a nearby POS quickly, and what to do if your tag is new, inactive, or not properly fixed. Keep in mind: from 15 November 2025, vehicles entering a fee plaza without a valid/functional FASTag can be charged 2× in cash or 1.25× via UPI (MoRTH notification (effective 15 November 2025).

Head over to an authorized FASTag Point of Sale (POS) in an adjoining toll plaza or at an associated bank branch. Bring your KYC documents, vehicle details, and relevant payments. The FASTag is given to you on the spot and is usually issued and activated within minutes once KYC is verified. Before entering a FASTag lane, confirm the tag shows Active and has balance in the issuer app/SMS..

What to Carry:

Bring these to avoid back-and-forth:

1. Vehicle RC (or Temporary Registration/TR if RC isn’t issued yet)

2. Any valid ID + address proof (as asked by the issuer)

3. A mobile number (you’ll usually get confirmation/OTP)

4. A payment method (UPI/card/cash—depends on the counter)

Fees you may be asked to pay (varies by issuer/vehicle class)

At many issuers, this is a mix of:

• Tag cost (government-regulated maximum is mentioned as ₹100 incl. GST in the FAQ)

• Security deposit (often shown as ₹200 in the FAQ)

• First recharge/top-up (often shown as ₹200 in the FAQ)

Step-by-Step Process:

1. Visit an authorized POS (toll plaza kiosk or bank POS/outlet).

2. Submit RC/TR + basic KYC details.

3. Pay the required amount (tag + deposit + initial top-up, as applicable).

4. Get the tag fixed on the inside of your windshield (not “tag-in-hand”).

5. Confirm it’s Active and has balance in the issuer app/SMS before entering a FASTag lane.

Important: NHAI has tightened enforcement on tags that are not properly affixed. NHAI has tightened enforcement on ‘loose/tag-in-hand’ FASTags. Such tags can be reported and blacklisted. If your tag is not properly affixed and becomes non-functional at the plaza, you may be charged higher user fee as per the non-FASTag/non-functional FASTag rules.

Where to Go:

Buy FASTag only from authorized POS/issuer channels to avoid fake tags and activation issues.

• Toll plaza POS locations and NETC member bank POS/outlets/agents

• Or apply online via issuer channels / official options referenced in the FAQ

Pro tip: Call ahead or check online for POS location availability near you, especially in smaller towns.

Fast Online Options (when same-day isn’t essential)

If you’re not traveling immediately, ordering online is fine. Just remember: delivery can take time, and activation often happens after delivery inside the issuer app/portal.

How It Works:

• Choose any authorized NETC FASTag issuer (member bank/issuer) and apply using their official app/website or partner channel. You can verify the current list of live NETC members on NPCI.
• Upload your KYC documents and vehicle details, including a scanned RC.
• Make the payment, which includes issuance charges, security deposit, and initial load.
• The FASTag is shipped to your address, delivery timelines vary by issuer and location (often a few days, sometimes longer).
• Once you receive the tag, it gets activated upon linking via the issuer’s app or website.

When to Use This Method

• If you don’t need to travel immediately.
• You live in a remote or rural area without nearby POS facilities.
• Prefer the convenience of applying from home.

Most online providers offer real-time tracking, app support, and digital KYC options for smooth onboarding.

Yes. A toll plaza is often the best emergency option because many have at least one authorized FASTag POS run by an issuer/partner. You bring your RC/TR + KYC, pay the required amount, and the tag is usually issued and activated the same day.

Hours and availability can vary by plaza and staffing. If the POS counter is not operating when you arrive, your next fastest options are: a nearby bank POS/outlet that issues FASTag, or another toll plaza POS along your route.

If your car is new and the RC hasn’t been issued yet, many issuers can still issue a FASTag using your temporary registration (TR). This lets you start using FASTag immediately instead of waiting for the RC.

What to Do:

• Bring your temporary registration slip or dealer invoice.
• Carry valid KYC documents (photo ID + address proof).
• Visit a POS location that accepts TR numbers—not all providers do, so it’s crucial to confirm this first.

Once your permanent RC/VRN is available, update your vehicle details in the issuer system/app so your FASTag stays clean and compliant for future checks and services.

When time is short, the goal is simple: find an authorized POS closest to you.

Here are the quickest ways:

• Nearest NH toll plaza: Many have a FASTag POS counter (best for same-day issuance).

• Issuing bank POS/outlet: Major banks that issue FASTag often have POS points and partner agents.

• Issuer website/app locator: Many issuers provide POS locators or customer support numbers to guide you to the nearest point.

Quick tip: If you’re unsure where to go, keep your documents ready and start with the nearest toll plaza—it’s typically the fastest “walk in, walk out” option.

1. At POS (Offline)

In many cases, activation is completed shortly after issuance at the POS once your documents and vehicle details are linked. You’ll usually get confirmation by SMS or inside the issuer app. Before you enter a FASTag lane, check that the tag shows Active and your wallet has sufficient balance.

2. Online Issuance

Online is convenient, but it’s not “immediate” because activation is typically after delivery and linking in the issuer app/portal. If you’re traveling today, POS is still the safest bet.

Planning to hit the road today? Use this quick checklist:

1) Documents to carry

• Vehicle RC (or TR if RC not issued)

• ID + address proof (as required by the issuer)

• Mobile number (for OTP/SMS)

2) What you may need to pay

The exact amount varies by issuer and vehicle class, but commonly includes:

• Tag cost (FAQ mentions regulated max price of ₹100 incl. GST)

• Security deposit (FAQ often shows ₹200)

• First recharge/top-up (FAQ often shows ₹200)

3) Before you enter the FASTag lane

• Tag is properly affixed inside the windshield (not loose / not in hand)

• Status shows Active

• Wallet has enough balance (avoid blacklisting due to low balance)

1. Is “Jio FASTag” available? 

FASTag issuers and availability can change over time. If you can’t find a specific brand/issuer at a POS today, the fastest path is to pick any authorized issuer available at the toll plaza/bank POS and proceed. Also avoid keeping the tag “in hand”—NHAI has increased reporting/blacklisting for loose FASTags.

2. How much time to get FASTag? 

POS (Offline): Same day – often within 10–30 minutes, depending on rush at the POS and KYC verification.

3. What’s the fastest delivery method?

Toll plaza or bank POS is the fastest—walk in with documents and walk out with a tag. Online ordering is convenient but slower due to courier times.

4. Can I travel today with a brand-new tag? 

Yes, absolutely. As long as it’s activated and has balance, you can enter any FASTag lane. Make sure it’s correctly affixed to the windshield and verified in your app before setting off.

5. What happens if I don’t have a valid/working FASTag?

From 15 November 2025, if you enter a fee plaza without a valid, functional FASTag, the rules allow higher charges: 2× the user fee if you pay in cash, or 1.25× if you pay via UPI.

6. Why did my FASTag get blacklisted?

A blacklisted tag is blocked by the issuer and won’t work for toll payments. One common reason is insufficient balance—so keep your wallet funded before a highway trip.

Here’s a Quick-reference table: Learn All the Scenarios for a timely FASTag Issue

Scenario	Best method	Why	What to bring
Need it today	Toll plaza POS/Bank POS	On-the-spot issuance + activation	RC/TR, ID proof, payment
No RC yet (new car)	POS accepting TR	Start now, update RC later	TR slip/invoice, ID proof
Remote area / No POS nearby	Online order	Easy from home, no travel needed	KYC scans, vehicle details, online payment
FASTag not working / tag not affixed	Fix/replace + top-up (use UPI payment at plaza if needed)	Non-affixed/loose tags can be penalized and reported; low balance can trigger blacklist	RC/TR, ID, payment method

If you need a FASTag immediately, a toll-plaza POS or bank POS is still the fastest route—because you can often get issuance and activation done the same day.

If you travel without a valid/functional FASTag, it can cost more. From 15 November 2025, rules allow 2× cash or 1.25× via UPI for vehicles without a valid/functional FASTag at fee plazas—so it’s worth getting your tag active, funded, and properly affixed before you start your trip.

Be prepared, be compliant—travel safe! And for more toll plaza related content, keep in touch with Ecozaar.