Kotak Bank FASTag is the simplest way to hassle-free and cash-free toll payments. Loaded with several benefits, the FASTag Kotak makes each journey convenient and seamless. Zip through toll booths and pay electronically at handpicked parking locations. To top it up, it’s easy to recharge a Kotak FASTag wallet.
What is FASTag?
FASTag is an electronic device that employs Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology for making toll payments on national highways. It is affixed on the windscreen of the vehicle and enables you to drive through toll plazas, without stopping for cash transactions. The FASTag, once scanned, electronically deducts toll charges from the prepaid account linked to it. It is a rechargeable card with a validity of 5 years from the date of issuance.
Benefits of Using Kotak Mahindra FASTag FASTag in 2023
The Kotak Mahindra Bank FASTag offers a range of benefits for added customer convenience. These include:
- The FASTag Kotak ensures faster and more affordable travel as it helps cut down both on fuel and time spent at toll points.
- The electronic toll deduction ensures 100% cashless travel with no cash handling inconvenience.
- Get instant SMS alerts for all FASTag transactions to help you stay updated and informed about toll transactions.
- Get easy access to the online web portal for dedicated FASTag customer support.
- Enjoy easy Kotak Mahindra FASTag recharge options from various convenient payment methods.
- Pay for parking payment at GMR Hyderabad International Airport.
- It provides an easy auto-recharge option to help you recharge your FASTag wallet automatically.
How to Buy Kotak Mahindra FASTag Online in 2023?
Kotak Mahindra FASTag is easy to apply online. Both existing Kotak Bank customers and new customers can apply for the same. The step-by-step procedure is as follows:
For Existing Customers
Existing customers can apply for FASTag as follows:
Step 1: Visit FASTag Kotak portal
Step 2: Click on Apply now
Step 3: Select the Personal Vehicle category
Step 4: Proceed to start the registration.
Step 5: Enter the Kotak Customer Relationship Number (CRN) issued to you.
Step 6: Generate OTP
Step 7: Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number
Step 8: Enter your Vehicle Registration Number.
Step 9: Verify your details
Step 10: Make payment via UPI/Wallet/Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking
For New Customers
New Customers can apply for Kotak Bank FASTag as follows:
Step 1: Visit FASTag portal
Step 2: Enter your mobile number and verify it through the OTP received on your mobile number.
Step 3: Provide your KYC details – Name, Date of Birth, and PAN
Step 4: Mention your complete address details.
Step 5: Verify your application details
Step 6: Make payment via UPI/Wallet/Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking
How to Buy FASTag Offline in 2023?
Kotak Mahindra Bank offers the facility of offline FASTag application at the nearest Kotak Mahindra Bank branch. To buy Kotak Mahindra FASTag offline, visit your nearest bank branch and apply for FASTag over the counter. Submit the following documents along with the FASTag application – a valid Registration Certificate of the vehicle, a passport-size photograph of the vehicle owner, a valid address, and ID proof for KYC.
What are the Different Portals to Avail Free FASTag in 2023?
One can also avail of free Kotak FASTag from the following online portals. These include:
Through Digital Wallet Apps Like Paytm
To buy your Kotak Mahindra FASTag from digital wallet apps like Paytm, follow the following steps:
Step 1: Login to your Paytm app on your smartphone.
Step 2: Navigate to the ‘Buy FASTag’ link.
Step 3: Select Kotak Mahindra Bank as the FASTag issuing bank.
Step 4: Enter the vehicle registration number.
Step 5: Verify your RC.
Step 6: Click ‘continue’ and proceed to the payment page.
Step 7: Choose the preferred mode of payment.
Through UPI Applications
For FASTag Kotak applications through UPI Apps like Google Pay, Amazon Pay, and other UPI applications, the steps include:
Step 1: Open the preferred UPI Application like Amazon Pay or Google Pay.
Step 2: Go to the ‘Buy FASTag’ option.
Step 3: From the drop-down menu select the FASTag issuing bank.
Step 4: Click on Kotak Mahindra Bank FASTag.
Step 5: Enter the vehicle registration number.
Step 6: Verify the RC details.
Step 7: Proceed to payment.
Step 8: Complete the payment formalities through the preferred payment gateway.
How to Activate Kotak Mahindra Bank FASTag?
In the case of offline applications, the Kotak Mahindra FASTag card is issued instantly. For online applications, the FASTag is delivered to the registered mailing address within 5 working days. In either case, the FASTag sticker received is in a pre-activated state. Simply affix the tag sticker onto the vehicle’s windscreen to activate Kotak Mahindra Bank FASTag for all subsequent cashless toll payments.
How to Recharge Kotak FASTag Online in 2023?
Just like any other e-payment wallet, the FASTag Kotak is easy to recharge. Here are different ways for Kotak FASTag recharge:
Through Kotak Mobile Banking App
For Kotak FASTag recharge through Kotak Mobile Banking App, the steps involved are:
Step 1: Login to the Kotak Mobile Banking App on your smartphone
Step 2: Click on the FASTag link under the ‘Cards or Pay & Transfer’ section.
Step 3: Click on the ‘Recharge Now’ link.
Step 4: Enter the amount of recharge
Step 5: Select the account to debit.
Step 6: Click on the ‘Recharge’ button.
Step 7: On successful payment confirmation, the FASTag wallet will be immediately loaded.
Through BillPay (BBPS)
For Kotak FASTag recharge through BillPay, the steps involved are:
Step 1: Visit the BillPay app
Step 2: Go to the ‘FASTag Recharge’ section.
Step 3: Select the biller name as ‘Kotak Mahindra Bank – FASTag’.
Step 4: Enter the Vehicle Registration Number (VRN).
Step 5: Enter the Amount for recharge.
Step 6: Click on Continue.
Step 7: Verify the details.
Step 8: Click on the ‘Confirm & Pay’ button.
Step 9: On successful payment, the FASTag wallet will be updated immediately.
Through UPI
For Kotak FASTag recharge through UPI, the steps involved are:
Step 1: Open the UPI app of choice like BHIM / Google Pay / PhonePe /Amazon Pay
Step 2: Click on Pay to UPI ID (send money)
Step 3: Enter your UPI ID for Kotak FASTag Wallet as <NETC.RegisteredVehicleNumber@kotak>
Step 4: Enter the amount of recharge to be done
Step 5: Click on ‘Continue’.
Step 6: Verify the details and click on ‘Confirm & Pay’.
Step 7: On successful payment, the FASTag wallet will be updated immediately.
Through Kotak NETC FASTag Portal
To recharge your Kotak Mahindra FASTag through Kotak NETC FASTag Portal, the steps to follow are:
- Visit the Kotak NETC FASTag Portal
- Login with your registered mobile number as the User ID or use FASTag Kotak login to log in to the FASTag account.
- Click on the ‘Recharge’ link on the left side of the screen.
- Enter the Amount for which you wish to recharge your FASTag wallet.
- Select the desired payment method. Choose between Debit/ Credit Card /Net Banking /UPI (Receive Money).
- Click on the ‘Proceed to pay’ link.
- On successful payment, the FASTag wallet will be updated immediately.
Through Auto Recharge Option
Existing Kotak Bank Savings Account holders can set up an auto-recharge option to recharge their FASTag wallet every time the wallet balance goes below the Minimum Threshold Limit. Here’s how to enable the auto-recharge mandate:
- Login to the Kotak Mobile Banking App
- Move to the Cards section
- Click on FASTag
- Click on the ‘More’ button at the bottom of the page.
- Log in to the ‘FASTag Customer Portal’ with the registered mobile number as the Kotak FASTag login.
- Go to the ‘Auto Recharge’ link available in the left menu.
- Move it to the right to enable the feature.
- Enter the amount for Auto-Recharge to be done every time.
- Click on the ‘Set Auto Recharge’ button
- Confirm the transaction with OTP sent to the registered mobile number
- Select the Kotak Bank account number from which the recharge amount should be done.
- Confirm the transaction to set auto-recharge successfully.
How to Check Kotak Mahindra FASTag Balance Online?
Kotak FASTag balance check can be done in three ways:
Through Missed Call
Kotak FASTag balance check number is 7406575500. Give a missed call from the registered mobile number. You will receive an SMS notification updating you about the current FASTag wallet balance.
Through Kotak FASTag Portal
For the Kotak FASTag balance check through Kotak FASTag Portal, the steps involved are:
- Visit the Kotak FASTag Portal.
- Use Kotak FASTag login to enter your account.
- The current available wallet balance will appear on the dashboard.
Through SMS
Every time a transaction is initiated on the FASTag card, an SMS alert is sent to the registered mobile number. Check the latest SMS notification to know the current wallet balance.
How to Use FASTag?
The Kotak Mahindra FASTag card is a stick-on e-card. Here’s the step-by-step guide to installing the FASTag sticker:
- Clean the inside of the vehicle’s windscreen. Make sure it is dry, and dust-free.
- Position the FASTag right behind the rear-view mirror on the top-center of the windscreen.
- Now carefully remove the adhesive liner from the FASTag sticker and affix the FASTag sticker to the windscreen.
- Do not bend or scratch the FASTag card.
- Once affixed, do not remove or reposition the sticker.
- Avoid using any extra adhesives on the FASTag sticker.
Kotak FASTag FAQ’s:-
In case there is no transaction on Kotak Mahindra FASTag for 12 consecutive months, it is rendered inactive. To activate the inactive card call at Kotak FASTag customer care number mentioned on the FASTag.
Yes, a FASTag Kotak account can be closed prematurely. The wallet balance will be transferred to the preferred account given at the time of the account closure application.
No, wallet-to-wallet amount transfer is not allowed for FASTag.