Know Your Vehicle Latest News
Recently, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has simplified the Know Your Vehicle (KYV) process for FASTag users.
About Know Your Vehicle
- It is a system where all FASTag users submit images of their vehicle and registration certificate to verify that the tag is linked to the correct vehicle.
- Purpose: It was implemented in 2024, in an attempt to prevent the leakages in the FASTag system.
- The whole process has to be repeated every three years to ensure no misuse.
- It is an initiative of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), KYV was notified by National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI).Â
- Know Your Vehicle Ensures
- The 'One Vehicle One FASTag' rule: KYV supports the idea that each vehicle should have its own valid FASTag account.
- Preventing fraud or misuse: verifying images and documents helps reduce fake tags, mis-linked vehicles.
- Ensuring smooth toll travel: without a verified KYV your FASTag may be blocked or flagged, causing delays and extra costs.
What is FASTag?
- It is a device that employs Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology for making toll payments directly while the vehicle is in motion.Â
- It is a tag used for making toll payments directly from the customers linked prepaid or savings/current account.
- It is also vehicle specific and once it is affixed to a vehicle, it cannot be transferred to another vehicle.
- FASTag can be purchased from any of the National Electronic Toll Collection (NETC) Member Banks.
Source: IE
Know Your Vehicle FAQs
Q1: Which government agency is responsible for implementing the "Know Your Vehicle" scheme?
Ans: Ministry of Road Transport and Highways
Q2: What is the primary function of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)?
Ans: To develop and maintain national highways