Recharging FASTag has become child’s play, check balance at home with just a missed call or SMS.

News India Live, Digital Desk: In today’s time, FASTag is no less than a boon for those driving on the highway. This has freed us from long lines at toll plazas. But many times, due to haste or forgetfulness, we make a small mistake – setting out on a journey without checking the FASTag balance. And then when it is found at the toll plaza that the balance is less, then we have to pay double the toll tax in cash.

If you also want to avoid this hassle, then now you do not need to open any app or even login to the website. Now you can check your FASTag balance in a jiffy in very easy ways.

Method No. 1: Just put a ‘missed call’

This is the easiest and fastest method.

1. You will be provided with a toll-free number issued by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI). +91-8884333331 But you have to give a missed call from your registered mobile number.
2. The call will be disconnected automatically, and within a few seconds an SMS will come on your phone, which will contain the current balance of your FASTag.

Note: This facility will work only if you have linked your FASTag to NHAI prepaid wallet.

Method number 2: Check balance by sending SMS

If you can type a short message from your phone, then this method is also very easy for you.

1. You should go to the message box of your phone. FTBAL Have to type.
2. this message 5676766 Have to send it to the number.
3. Immediately after sending the message, you will get a reply, in which the balance of your FASTag will be mentioned.

Method number 3: From the bank’s website or mobile app

You can easily check your balance by logging into the website or mobile banking app of the bank from which you have purchased your FASTag.

1. Login to your bank’s website or app.
2. Go to ‘FASTag’ or ‘Payments’ section.
3. Here you will get the option of both viewing your balance and recharging it.

So next time whenever you plan to go on the highway, check your FASTag balance in just 10 seconds by adopting one of these easy methods. This small habit of yours will save your time and money too.