The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has announced the discontinuation of the Know Your Vehicle (KYV) process for cars in all new FASTag issuances starting from February 1, 2026. This decision aims to enhance public convenience and eliminate post-activation issues faced by car, jeep, and van users on highways. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways stated that this move will provide relief to numerous road users who encountered delays and inconvenience due to post-issuance KYV requirements despite having valid vehicle documents.
KYV will no longer be mandatory for existing FASTags issued to cars, except in specific cases like complaints regarding loose FASTags, incorrect issuances, or misuse. NHAI has strengthened pre-activation validation norms for Issuer Banks to ensure accuracy, compliance, and system integrity while simplifying the process for users. Activation of FASTags will now only occur after validation of vehicle details from the VAHAN database, with Issuer Banks being held accountable for validating details using the Registration Certificate (RC) before activation.
Moreover, KYV will be required only in instances of complaints, ensuring that all vehicle verification is completed upfront and eliminating the need for follow-ups post-FASTag activation. These reforms underscore NHAI’s commitment to a citizen-friendly, transparent, and technology-driven FASTag ecosystem while enhancing compliance and reducing grievances. By transferring the responsibility of validation to Issuer Banks before activation, NHAI aims to offer a seamless experience for National Highway users.
