Big Relief for FASTag Users: KYV Process Simplified from February 1, 2026

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News18•29-01-2026, 12:03
Big Relief for FASTag Users: KYV Process Simplified from February 1, 2026
- •NHAI has simplified the FASTag issuance process by removing mandatory KYV for new private vehicles from February 1, 2026.
- •The 'Know Your Vehicle' (KYV) process will no longer be required for newly issued FASTags for cars, jeeps, and vans.
- •Banks will now be responsible for verifying vehicle registration through the VAHAN database before issuing a FASTag.
- •KYV will only be required in special circumstances like misuse, incorrect tag attachment, or disputes at toll plazas.
- •Existing FASTag users are unaffected, and the KYV process remains mandatory for commercial vehicles.
Why It Matters: NHAI simplifies FASTag for private vehicles by removing mandatory KYV from Feb 1, 2026, easing toll payments.
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