National Highways Fee (Determination of Rates and Collection) (Second Amendment) Rules, 2026 Notified to Impose Double Toll for Defaults

Key facts

• The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) notified the National Highways Fee (Determination of Rates and Collection) (Second Amendment) Rules, 2026, to strengthen toll compliance.
• Under the new regulations, the unpaid toll fee for missed FASTag payments shall be twice the original amount.
• Users who settle their dues within 72 hours of receiving an e-notice are required to pay only the original toll amount without any additional penalty.
• A grievance redressal mechanism has been introduced requiring authorities to resolve cases within five days, failing which the claim for unpaid fees will lapse.
• If dues remain unpaid beyond 15 days and no dispute is pending, the outstanding amount will be recorded in the VAHAN system.
• The amendment aims to support the transition towards a seamless, barrier-free tolling ecosystem on India’s national highways.