The Highway Toll Charges India 2025 have been revised by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and are now officially applicable across all national and state highways. This annual update is part of NHAI’s standard fare revision process that ensures infrastructure maintenance, debt recovery, and expansion funding for India’s fast-growing road network.
The updated toll rates are applicable to all vehicle categories including cars, buses, trucks, and multi-axle commercial vehicles. The introduction of new toll plazas on greenfield expressways and the full integration of FASTag has streamlined collections and reduced waiting times, while also improving transparency.
NHAI 2025 Toll Rate Updates: Category-Wise Charges
The revised highway toll India charges in 2025 vary depending on vehicle type, number of axles, and stretch of road. Toll charges are now calculated based on a per-kilometre basis, and expressways often have higher rates due to their superior quality and speed limits.
Here is a breakdown of the updated toll charges:
| Vehicle Category | Base Rate per km | Approx. Toll (100 km) |
|---|---|---|
| Car / Jeep / Van | ₹1.70 | ₹170 |
| Light Commercial Vehicle | ₹2.80 | ₹280 |
| Bus / Truck (2 axles) | ₹5.80 | ₹580 |
| 3-axle Commercial Vehicle | ₹6.90 | ₹690 |
| Heavy Vehicle (4–6 axles) | ₹9.50 | ₹950 |
| Oversized Vehicles | ₹14.60 | ₹1,460 |
These rates apply across most new highways and expressways constructed under the Bharatmala and Gati Shakti programs. The NHAI 2025 updates also include dynamic toll pricing for high-traffic zones and congestion corridors.
Key Changes in NHAI Toll Policy 2025
In addition to updated rates, several policy changes have been introduced by NHAI to enhance the efficiency and fairness of toll collection across India.
Major updates include:
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100% FASTag compliance: All toll booths are now FASTag-enabled
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Toll exemption for electric vehicles in select green zones and expressways
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Annual rate revision mechanism based on inflation index (WPI)
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Closed toll systems on new expressways (you pay for distance traveled only)
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Centralized toll management with real-time tracking of charges and receipts
The NHAI 2025 updates have made toll collection more transparent, while also reducing operational delays and disputes at toll plazas.
FASTag Usage and Compliance in 2025
Since FASTag has been made mandatory for all vehicles on national highways, over 98% of toll collections now happen electronically. If a vehicle enters a toll plaza without a valid FASTag, it is subject to double toll charges, as per the amended NHAI rules.
FASTag features in 2025:
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Linked directly with the user’s bank or prepaid wallet
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Real-time recharge and deduction alerts via SMS
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Valid at over 1,000 toll plazas across national and state highways
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Mandatory for vehicle fitness, permit renewals, and insurance
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Blacklisting penalties for unpaid tolls or repeated violations
Compliance with FASTag is now monitored centrally by NHAI to ensure fair toll usage across all types of roads.
List of New and Major Toll Plazas in 2025
As part of its infrastructure expansion, NHAI has added over 50 new toll plazas under Bharatmala Phase-II and high-speed corridor projects. These plazas serve new expressways, industrial corridors, and border-area roads.
Key new toll routes in 2025:
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Delhi–Mumbai Expressway (full route now operational)
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Bangalore–Chennai Industrial Corridor
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Varanasi–Kolkata Expressway (partial stretch opened)
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Ambala–Kota Greenfield Highway
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Ahmedabad–Rajkot 8-lane Access Controlled Road
With these routes, the total toll length under NHAI exceeds 92,000 km, making India one of the largest toll road networks in the world.
FAQs
What are the new toll charges for cars in India in 2025?
The average toll charge for cars is ₹1.70 per kilometre, meaning a 100 km highway stretch would cost around ₹170.
Are toll charges the same for all types of highways?
No, expressways and greenfield highways often have higher toll rates due to higher construction and maintenance costs.
Is FASTag mandatory in 2025?
Yes, FASTag is mandatory for all vehicles using national highways. Vehicles without FASTag will be charged double the regular toll amount.
Are electric vehicles exempt from toll charges?
Some states and NHAI have exempted EVs from toll charges on specific routes, especially in green mobility zones and express corridors.
Can toll rates increase again in 2025?
Yes, toll rates are subject to annual inflation-based revision using the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) mechanism set by NHAI.
How do I check toll charges for a specific route?
You can check toll charges using the NHAI’s FASTag Toll Calculator available online or via navigation apps like Google Maps and MapMyIndia.
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