FASTag KYC Update Deadline On January 31: Check Steps, Documents & Key Details

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There's a FASTag deadline that matters. It's crucial to update your FASTag KYC information before the January 31 deadline if you often drive on highways or must pass through toll gates on your daily commute.
After January 31, 2024, banks will deactivate or blacklist all FASTags with missing Know Your Customer (KYC) updates, even in circumstances where there is an acceptable amount, according to a recent announcement by the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI). Intentional non-fixing of FASTags on vehicles, issuing numerous FASTags for a single vehicle, and dispersing FASTags without KYC verification are all prohibited by this provision.

FASTag: What is it?

FASTag is an electronic highway toll collection system that monitors passing traffic and facilitates the payment of toll taxes at toll plazas. RFID technology is used when a tag that is linked to a bank account or prepaid card is applied to the windshield of an automobile. A toll booth's scanner scans a FASTag-equipped vehicle as it approaches, deducting the toll from the relevant card or account.

Here’s How To Update Your KYC For FASTag

Step 1: Go to the official bank-linked FASTag website.
Step 2: Then log in using your mobile number and key in the OTP received on your phone.
Step 3: On the homepage, look for the “My Profile” section and click on the KYC tab.
Step 4: As a new window opens, enter all the necessary details and click the submit button.
Step 5: The KYC will be completed and it will display on your updated status.

FASTag KYC: List of Documents Required

The documents required include a vehicle Registration Certificate, Identity proof (Acceptable IDs for proof include a Voter ID card, Aadhaar card, Passport, Driving license, or PAN card), Address proof, and a passport-size photo.

FASTag Status: Here’s How To Check

Step 1: You can also do it on the dedicated website fastag.ihmcl.com.
Step 2: As the website opens, click on the Login tab at the right top of the page.
Step 3: To log in using OTP, you will need to provide your registered mobile number.
Step 4: After logging in, select the My Profile section on the dashboard.
Step 5: The My Profile section displays the KYC status of your FASTag as well as the profile details entered during the registration process.
Step 6: You can also do this on your bank’s website.