FASTag balance check in four easy ways

When Rohan decided to take his family for a long ride on a holiday, the first thing he checked was his FASTag balance. FASTag balance check occupied the pole position in his list of to-dos before a trip since 2021 when he had to spend a couple of hours at an electronic toll plaza due to insufficient balance.

FASTag balance check entails regular monitoring and checking of balance that prevents your FASTag from being blocked due to insufficient balance. In this article, let’s learn how to check FASTag balance in a few easy ways that ensure you have enough amount in your tag to make electronic payments across toll plazas hassle-free.

How to check FASTag balance online?
 

· Through WhatsApp
 

Type ‘Hi’ on WhatsApp number 95555 55555 and check FASTag balance

From the IDFC FASTag Customer Portal/App

Online FASTag balance check is a straightforward process. To do so - 

· Login to IDFC FASTag Customer Portal/App using registered Mobile number-OTP/FASTag User ID-Password.

· Click on the Tag Account Number to check your Tag Account balance

· Click here to download the app from Play store-  https://idfcfir.st/etoll and App store- https://idfcfir.st/etollios

· Through SMS
 

You receive an SMS alert every time you pay electronically at toll plazas through FASTag and every time you recharge your FASTag. The SMS contains the transaction details and the available balance.

· Through missed call
 

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has introduced a missed call alert facility that enables you to check your FASTag balance. All you need to do is give a missed call from your registered mobile number to 8884333331, and you will receive a notification on the latest FASTag balance.

· Through IDFC FIRST Bank contact center
 

To view FASTag balance through Customer Care helpline, call a toll-free number:1800 266 9970. The mobile number should be registered with the prepaid wallet.

· Through Bharat Bill Pay Systems
 

Select biller as FASTag and enter vehicle number to know your balance and recharge.

If you find insufficient balance, it’s crucial to recharge immediately. You can do so through Credit Card, net banking or via the united payments interface (UPI). You can also give standing instructions to recharge if the balance goes down a certain limit. With this auto-replenishing feature, you don’t need to worry about running low on balance. 

How to check FASTag balance with vehicle number?
 

For FASTag balance check with your vehicle number -

· Download My FASTag app from Google Playstore

· Login using your credentials and select payments option

· Select recharge your NHAI prepaid wallet option

· Input your registered mobile number and click on proceed

· You will receive a one-time password (OTP). Enter it and tap on submit

· Now enter your vehicle number and tap on submit

· You can check the available balance under available tab/wallet balance

Also read - IDFC FIRST Bank introduces FASTag recharge through WhatsApp

​​Bottomline
 

Monitoring your FASTag account balance and keeping a tab on transactions saves you from penalties and ensures you don’t have to wait long hours at toll plazas. Every time you need to drive through toll plazas, a FASTag balance check is necessary for a smooth ride.

IDFC FIRST Bank FASTag, FIRSTForward not only allows you to breeze past toll plazas but allows you to pay for fuels and get discounts at Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd.’s (HPCL’s) petrol pumps. With it on your car’s windshield, you can also pay for parking at select places.

FIRSTForward also lets you track your FASTag spending through SMS notifications and monthly e-statements. Visit the website to know more. 

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