The small device making use of the RFID is the Fastag and this is used at the Toll Plazas to make the Toll Payments. The sticker is put on the top front windshield of the car and the device automatically catches the RFID to know the details and deduct the amount of the Toll you are entitled to pay. People usually recharge for a less or high amount but they may be unable to check the Fastag Balance. The Fastag Balance Check is very simple and you can have the same done through the banking applications, Paytm or any other application. You shall collect all the details on the Balance Check under the Fastag through this page.
Fastag Balance Check
The National Highway Authority of India has been helping the citizens with the proper 3 or 4 lane roads but they charge taxes in the form of Toll from the individuals. Each of the National Highway will have their Toll Plazas created to collect the amount and the balance can be deducted in the form of cash or you can make the payment through the accounts. It has become very important for the 4 wheelers or above to get this sticker activated and to avoid long queues. The Fastag links the account and it is a rectangular sticker which has to be pasted on the car’s top front windshield. When you come near the Toll Plaza, the devices installed there will automatically catch hold of the RFID in the Fastag and the amount will be deducted automatically. This becomes a matter of just a few seconds and you need not wait to make the cash payment.
The card is valid only for a period of 5 years and whenever the card says low balance, you will have to recharge it. You need to add the Fastag to any of the applications and shall provide all the documents in order to create the Fastag. When you have a sufficient amount or less amount, you can check the balance in your Fastag using the Paytm application or any other applications using which you have been doing the recharge. Now we have provided all the ways with which you can check the balance in the Fastag along with the process of its working.
Working of Fastag Sticker
- The process begins when you have to purchase the same through the bank, toll plaza or somewhere else and then after buying it, you have to get the same activated.
- Once it is activated, you have to fix the sticker on the windshield to make it easily visible to the operators.
- You have to link the Fastag to the prepaid account which shall have sufficient balance to use it at the Toll Plazas.
- You need to recharge the account in case of low balance and once you reach the toll plaza, the device will read your Fastag and the amount will be deducted and you will be notified with the SMS on the registered number.
- In case of a low balance, you must get the same recharged to avoid any delays.
Benefits Of Fastag
- It helps to avoid the long queues and avoid delays in traveling.
- You can pass the booth without making any cash transaction.
- You will get a discounted toll rate as compared to the cash transactions
- You will be able to get a reduction in the time you waste at the toll booths.
How To Check Balance In Fastag
- You can check the balance through the My Fastag App.
- Open the application and then enter the login details.
- Click on the Fastag menu and then provide the details asked.
- Then click on the Fastag Balance Check.
- The account balance of the Fastag will be displayed on the screen of the device and in case you feel it is insufficient, you shall get the same recharged.
Check Balance In Fastag Using Customer Helpline Number
| Provider | Helpline Number |
| ICICI Bank | 8010928888 |
| NHAI | 884333331 |
| HDFC Bank | 7208053999 |
| Axis Bank | 7287999990 |
Check Fastag Balance On Paytm App
- On your device Open the Paytm App
- Look for the Fastag Menu or simply search it.
- Click on Fastag Recharge to proceed further
- On the next page, click on Pay Tab.
- Now click on View Fastag Details
- The complete details along with the balance in Fastag will be previewed on the screen.
Vehicle Number To Check Fastag Balance
- Open the mobile application of the Fastag Issuer.
- Login to the account by providing all the details.
- Look for the option to check the account details.
- Enter the vehicle number and complete the verification steps.
- The Balance in Fastag will get displayed on the screen.
Check Fastag Balance Using SMS
- You will get the notification through SMS on the registered number each time you visit the Toll Plaza.
- The SMS will have the updated balance details and the amount deducted along with the location.
FAQs On Fastag Balance Check
Yes, you will get the balance every time using the SMS after visiting Toll Plaza.
The table mentioned above has the toll free numbers for the Fastag.
Can you check the balance using the vehicle number?
You simply need to enter the vehicle number wherever asked from you and then get hold of the balance.