Government Notification-Based Exemptions Toll exemptions are provided under the National Highways Fee Rules, 2008. Vehicles belonging to specific authorities or categories are eligible. A list of exempted categories is officially notified by the government. Exemptions...

Vehicle Classification Guidelines Multi-axle vehicles are categorized separately from standard vehicles. They typically include trucks, trailers, and heavy-load carriers. Classification is based on the number of axles and vehicle dimensions. Toll rules assign specific...

State Government Departments Toll on state roads is regulated by the respective state governments. Departments such as the Public Works Department oversee toll policies. State road and transport authorities manage toll operations. They draft rules in accordance with...

Electronic Toll Collection System Electronic toll collection is done using Radio Frequency Identification technology. Vehicles are fitted with prepaid RFID tags for automatic scanning. Toll plazas are equipped with sensors and cameras to detect the tags. The system...

Highway Maintenance and Repair A major portion of toll revenue is allocated for maintaining national highways. Regular resurfacing, pothole repairs, and signage updates are funded through tolls. Drainage, lighting, and landscaping are maintained using toll...

Double Toll Charge Rule Vehicles without valid toll payment are liable to pay double the fee. This penalty applies to vehicles not carrying valid FASTag or sufficient balance. It is enforced under the National Highways Fee Rules, 2008. The double charge is collected...

Primary Legislation The toll tax system in India is legally governed by the National Highways Act, 1956. It empowers the central government to levy and collect toll on national highways. The Act provides authority to fix user fees for road usage. It outlines...

Annual Revision Schedule Toll rates in India are officially revised once every financial year. The revision typically takes place on April 1 of each year. The updated rates come into effect after government notification. The schedule ensures consistent application...

Legal Framework and Authority Toll rates in India are governed by the National Highways Fee (Determination of Rates and Collection) Rules. These rules are framed under the National Highways Act, 1956. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways is the primary...

Policy Formulation and Regulation NHAI sets the policies for toll collection on national highways. It defines rules under the National Highways Act and related guidelines. Toll rates and exemptions are framed and notified by NHAI. It ensures compliance with central...