Punjab National Bank or PNB is a commercial bank offering FASTag facilities to all the users with or without a bank account in the bank.
As you know, the government has made the use of FASTag for cars, trucks, etc. mandatory so it becomes important for the user to have subscribed to a FASTag device and install it on their vehicle.
In this article, we will discuss How to Apply for PNB FASTag? Benefits, documents required, etc.
Feature and Benefits
The following are the features and benefits of using FASTag in your vehicle-
- It saves time and fuel by reducing the waiting period in the toll plazas
- No hassle for change and lack of cash
- You can recharge your FASTag like mobile number online using any payments app or even using the UPI ID
- You’ll get an instant SMS Alert for any transaction
- You can access your toll charge statements associated with your FASTag
- You can also pay for the fuel using the FASTag at fuel stations across the country
How to Apply for PNB FASTag online?
The following are the step by step instructions on how to apply for PNB FASTag online-
- Visit the official website of PNB and navigate to the FASTag page followed by clicking on the Apply Online Button
- Now, click on the ‘I agree’ button and ‘click here’ button to initiate the online apply
- After clicking on the button, a form will appear which you’ll have to fill out. Here, you’ll have to provide your details and your vehicle details
- Now, upload the vehicle RC document in the relevant field and click on the payment button
- You’ll be redirected to a payment gateway where you’ll have to pay the fee using various payment methods
- Now, you’ll receive the FASTag device via post which you’ll have to install on your vehicle as per the instructions
Documents Required
The documents required for applying for the FASTag is as follows-
- Vehicle Registration Certificate or RC
- Address Proof
- Driving license
PNB Bank FASTag Charges & Fees
The charges associated with the FASTag in PNB Bank is as follows-
| Vehicle Class No. | Vehicle Type | Tag Deposit (Rs) | Threshold Amount (Rs) |
| 1 | Car / Jeep / Van / TATA Ace and similar mini light commercial vehicle | 200 | 100 |
| 2 | Light Commercial Vehicle | 500 | 150 |
| 3 | 3-axle Commercial Vehicle | 500 | 400 |
| 4 | Bus/Truck | 500 | 400 |
| 5 | 4 to 6-axle | 500 | 400 |
| 6 | 7 or more axle | 500 | 400 |
| 7 | Heavy Construction Machinery | 500 | 400 |
FAQ
The minimum balance required to maintain the FASTag account is Rs.100/- which can be maintained by using your credit/debit, UPI, net banking payment methods.
No, the ownership of FASTag cannot be transferred to either vehicle or another person. It will be associated with your vehicle as well as your account.
No, every vehicle is registered with its FASTag device, and other vehicles cannot use other vehicles’ FASTag devices.
It is highly recommended to surrender the FASTag device to the issuer and receive a refund of the security deposit. You cannot transfer the FASTag device to another user. They’ll have to apply for the FASTag device separately.
