The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has enabled a digital local pass feature on the RajmargYatra app. Private vehicle owners within a 20 km radius of eligible toll plazas can now secure monthly passes online via DigiLocker, VAHAN, and GIS verification, eliminating physical paperwork and toll booth visits.
NEW DELHI — The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) announced on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, that a digital local toll pass facility is now available on the RajmargYatra app for residents living near national highway toll plazas. The new feature allows eligible commuters residing within a 20-kilometer radius of a participating toll plaza to apply for, purchase, and renew monthly passes entirely online via their mobile phones, bypassing the traditional requirement of physically visiting toll booths with paper documents. Initially rolled out at the Mundka–Bakkarwala Toll Plaza on Delhi’s Urban Extension Road-II (UER-II), the digital pass service is scheduled to expand to national highway toll plazas nationwide in phased implementations over the coming months.
Who Can Apply for the Digital Highway Pass
Under official guidelines released by the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways and NHAI, eligibility for the monthly local pass is restricted to specific vehicle and residence categories:
Geographic Radius: The applicant’s primary residence must fall strictly within a 20 km radius of an eligible national highway toll plaza.
Vehicle Type: The facility is designed exclusively for non-commercial, private light motor vehicles (LMVs).
FASTag Status: The vehicle must be fitted with an active, functional FASTag affixed to the windscreen and correctly linked to the vehicle's registration number (VRN).
Verified Ownership: The address listed on government-issued identity documents must match the vehicle registration details retrieved through national databases.
Commercial transport operators, taxis, blacklisted FASTags, and vehicles without verified local residential documentation remain ineligible for the localized discount pass.
How the Application and Automated Verification Process Works
The digital application system replaces physical submission with automated, consent-based verification using government databases. The verification steps include:
1.Download and Profile Registration:App Setup.Download the official RajmargYatra app on Android or iOS and log in using the mobile number linked to the active vehicle FASTag.
2.Select Local Pass Service:Input Details.Navigate to the 'Local Pass' section, enter the Vehicle Registration Number (VRN), and select the nearby toll plaza situated within 20 km.
3.Provide Digital Consent:Automated Check.Grant consent to fetch verified address records from DigiLocker and vehicle ownership details directly from the national VAHAN database.
4.GIS Location Verification:Geofencing.The app executes automated Geographic Information System (GIS) location mapping to confirm that the registered address falls within the mandatory 20 km geofenced boundary.
5.Payment and Pass Activation:Instant Issue.Upon successful validation, complete the digital payment via UPI, net banking, or debit card to activate the monthly local pass directly onto the linked FASTag.
Once activated, the local pass allows unlimited monthly transits through the designated toll plaza, with automated FASTag scanning deducting zero fee per local crossing.
Launch of the MargMitra Multilingual AI Help Centre
Alongside the local pass feature, NHAI integrated the MargMitra Help Centre into the RajmargYatra app. Built as a single-window conversational platform, MargMitra enables national highway users to submit inquiries, lodge complaints, and track grievance resolutions by typing or speaking in any of India’s 22 official languages.
The platform handles real-time queries regarding FASTag wallet recharges, Know Your Customer (KYC) compliance, refund status, e-Notices, FASTag blacklisting status, and road hazard reporting. Grievances registered on the app are automatically routed to regional highway authorities for resolution, with built-in real-time tracking and appeal options.
Official Sources Section
All operational policies, eligibility criteria, and digital features regarding the digital local pass and MargMitra system are published in official media releases available on the Press Information Bureau, the National Highways Authority of India portal, and the official RajmargYatra Web Portal.
Quote Section
According to official releases from the National Highways Authority of India:
"The newly introduced Local Pass feature enables eligible commuters to purchase toll passes digitally through the RajmargYatra Mobile App without visiting the toll plaza. By leveraging consent-based integration with Government digital platforms, including DigiLocker and VAHAN, alongside GIS-based verification, the initiative eliminates manual paperwork while ensuring transparency and convenience for local residents."
Why It Matters
The digitisation of local toll passes addresses a persistent point of friction for communities residing near national highway corridors. Historically, local commuters faced long physical queues and annual paperwork submissions at toll booths to prove local residency. Shifting this workflow onto the RajmargYatra app reduces administrative congestion at toll booths, eliminates manual documentation errors, and accelerates seamless highway movement across urban and semi-urban transit corridors.
Key Facts at a Glance
Eligibility Radius: Restricted to private vehicle owners living within 20 km of an eligible highway toll plaza.
Automated Verification: Uses DigiLocker, VAHAN, and GIS mapping to confirm residence and vehicle ownership automatically.
Initial Rollout: Launched at Mundka–Bakkarwala Toll Plaza in Delhi, with nationwide expansion planned.
MargMitra Support: Integrated AI assistant supports 22 Indian languages for toll queries, FASTag issues, and road safety reports.
FAQ Section
How do I know if my local toll plaza supports the digital local pass?
The feature is currently active at the Mundka–Bakkarwala Toll Plaza on Delhi's UER-II and is being expanded to other plazas. Users can view the full list of eligible plazas directly within the RajmargYatra app.
Do I need to upload physical utility bills or address proof?
No. The application uses consent-based digital integration with DigiLocker to pull verified address records and GIS technology to confirm geographic eligibility.
Can commercial vehicles apply for a local pass on the RajmargYatra app?
No. Local passes are strictly meant for non-commercial, private passenger vehicles registered to local residents.
How can I get help if my application fails verification?
Commuters can use the integrated MargMitra Help Centre inside the RajmargYatra app to lodge queries or complaints in 22 Indian languages and track resolution status in real time.
Source: Press Information Bureau, National Highways Authority of India, Ministry of Road Transport & Highways, RajmargYatra Web Portal
