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FASTag Rules Changed for PwD: No Annual Renewal, Validity Up to 5 Years!
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CNBC Awaaz•01-10-2026, 19:12
FASTag Rules Changed for PwD: No Annual Renewal, Validity Up to 5 Years!
- •Government has changed rules for exempted FASTags for persons with disabilities (PwD), effective October 2, 2026.
- •New rules link FASTag validity to disability percentage, reducing annual renewal burden.
- •Validity will be 5 years for 70-100% disability and 3 years for 40% to less than 70% disability.
- •This facility applies to vehicles associated with PwD beneficiaries, including specially designed vehicles and those registered under 'Divyangjan' ownership.
- •After validity expires, FASTag must be renewed, requiring beneficiaries to remain eligible and provide valid disability documents.
Key Questions Answered
Under the new rules starting October 2, 2026, the validity of exempted FASTags for persons with disabilities is determined by their disability percentage. Beneficiaries with 70% to 100% disability receive a 5-year validity, while those with 40% to less than 70% disability get a 3-year validity.
The disability percentage is determined based on information recorded in a valid disability certificate, a Unique Disability Identity Card (UDID card), or other applicable documents.
Once the 3 or 5-year validity expires, the FASTag must be renewed. To renew it, the beneficiary must still be eligible, possess valid disability documents, and meet all applicable conditions including the National Highways Fee Rules, 2008.
