The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has expanded its digital local pass service. Priced at just ₹350, the pass is valid for a single month and grants unlimited crossing at designated toll plazas, eliminating the need for repeated toll payments for daily commuters.

Eligibility is straightforward: only residents living within a 20 km radius of a toll plaza and owning non‑commercial vehicles can apply. Verification is fully online through the Highway Travel app, where users confirm their address via DigiLocker, vehicle details from the national database, and linked FASTag information.

Under the National Highway User Fee rules, a flat fee of ₹350 is required for non‑commercial vehicles. Once paid, the pass serves as clearance at toll gates, enabling users to benefit from Multi‑Lane Free Flow (MLFF) and barrier‑less tolling systems, which allow vehicles to pass without stopping.

MLFF was first piloted in July 2026 at Delhi’s Mundka‑Bakkarwala toll plaza. The new digital pass is now available at six key locations – Choryasi, Mundka, Daulatpura, Gharaunda, Manoharpur, and Shahjahanpur – where locals previously faced frequent e‑notices for unpaid tolls.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that the introduction of the ₹350 digital local pass could reduce congestion at toll plazas by up to 30 %, improve fuel efficiency for daily commuters, and set a precedent for nationwide barrier‑less tolling across India’s highway network.

“The digital local pass not only saves commuters money but also cuts operational costs for toll operators,” says transport analyst Dr. Ajay Singh.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Can I use this pass for a commercial vehicle?

A: No, the pass is strictly for non‑commercial (personal) vehicles.

Q2: What happens when the pass expires?

A: The pass is valid for one month only; a new application is required for the next period.