Odisha Toll Roads Complete Guide: FASTag, Rates and Payment 2026
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Odisha Toll Roads Complete Guide
System: FASTag electronic toll collection (NETC/RFID), cashless at national highway plazas (FASTag or UPI)
Coverage: National highways connecting major cities and ports, plus the state-run Biju Expressway
Currency: Indian Rupee (INR)
Technology: FASTag RFID transponders, ANPR cameras, UPI for vehicles without FASTag
Operators: NHAI (National Highways Authority of India) and concessionaires; Biju Expressway: L&T Sambalpur Rourkela Tollway Limited
Do I Need FASTag for Odisha? 2026 Update
FASTag is mandatory for cars and all heavier vehicles traveling on Odisha's national highways. The state has more than 30 fee plazas on major routes connecting Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Puri, and important ports, and since April 10, 2026 national highway plazas accept only FASTag or UPI.
Key Reality: Odisha's coastal highway network (NH-16) includes multiple toll plazas between Balasore, Bhadrak, Cuttack, Bhubaneswar and Berhampur, the Chandikhol-Paradip road to Paradip Port, plus major inter-state connections to Kolkata and Visakhapatnam. Vehicles without a valid FASTag can pay by UPI at 1.25 times the toll, and cash is no longer accepted at national highway plazas.
2026 Update: FASTag Annual Pass is now ₹3,075 for FY 2026-27 (launched at ₹3,000 on August 15, 2025) and benefits frequent private-car travelers. Government reduced toll rates by up to 50% on highway sections with bridges, tunnels, flyovers and elevated roads. Monthly passes are available for ₹350 for non-commercial vehicles of residents within 20km of toll plazas. FASTag remains the primary payment method, and satellite tolling has not replaced it.
Odisha Toll Costs: Current Rates
Odisha operates more than 30 fee plazas on national highways, particularly on the NH-16 coastal corridor, the Chandikhol-Paradip port road, and the Sambalpur, Angul, Keonjhar and Jharsuguda industrial routes. Toll rates follow NHAI's standardized structure, are fixed plaza by plaza, and are revised every April 1. Published car fees run from ₹100 at Sergarh (FY 2026-27) to about ₹155 at other NH-16 plazas.
Current Toll Rates by Vehicle Class (2026)
Representative plaza: Sergarh (NH-16, Bhadrak-Balasore), FASTag fee effective April 1, 2026. Return journey applies within 24 hours. Vehicles without a valid FASTag pay 1.25 times these rates by UPI, and cash is not accepted. Rates differ at every plaza, so check the NHAI Toll Information System for the plaza on your route.
| Vehicle Class | FASTag Single Journey | Return Journey (24 hrs) | Monthly Pass (50 trips) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Car/Jeep/Van | ₹100 | ₹150 | ₹3,385 |
| Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV) | ₹165 | ₹245 | ₹5,470 |
| Bus/Truck (2 axle) | ₹345 | ₹515 | ₹11,465 |
| Up to 3-Axle Vehicle | ₹375 | ₹565 | ₹12,505 |
| 4 to 6 Axle Vehicle | ₹540 | ₹810 | ₹17,975 |
| Heavy Construction Machinery (HCM/EME) | ₹540 | ₹810 | ₹17,975 |
| 7 or More Axle Vehicle | ₹655 | ₹985 | ₹21,885 |
| Motorcycle/Scooter | Exempt | Exempt | Exempt |
Major Toll Routes in Odisha
Coastal Corridor: NH-16 (Balasore-Bhadrak-Cuttack-Bhubaneswar-Berhampur), NH-316 (Bhubaneswar-Puri), NH-53 (Chandikhol-Paradip Port Road)
Industrial Routes: NH-49 (Baharagora-Keonjhar, Kanaktora-Jharsuguda), NH-53 (Teleibani-Sambalpur, Talcher-Duburi), NH-55 (Cuttack-Angul-Sambalpur)
State Expressway: Biju Expressway (650 km, Chandili in Koraput district to Rourkela via Sambalpur). Reference sources list toll gates near the Rajgangpur Bypass, at Masunikani and at Rengali, with the Vedvyas-Rengali stretch run by L&T Sambalpur Rourkela Tollway Limited. It is a state road, so the FASTag Annual Pass does not apply; confirm current toll status with the Odisha Works Department before travel.
Odisha Toll Plazas by Highway
Fee plazas on Odisha national highways grouped by highway, compiled from the IHMCL fee plaza list and NHAI data. Plaza details can change, so check the NHAI Toll Information System for current status.
| Highway | Toll Plazas | Section |
|---|---|---|
| NH-16 | Laxmannath, Sergarh, Bhagada Narayanpur, Manguli, Gudipada, Gurapalli | Balasore-Kharagpur, Bhadrak-Balasore, Chandikhole-Bhadrak, Bhubaneswar-Jagatpur-Chandikhole, Sunakhala-Bhubaneswar, Sunakhala-Puintola |
| NH-316 | Pipli (Paat Sahanipur) | Bhubaneswar-Puri |
| NH-53 | Srirampur, Pudapada-Nildungri, Khairamunda | Chandikhol-Paradip, Teleibani-Sambalpur, Talcher-Duburi |
| NH-55 | Rampei, Itapa, Dakuamunda, Hatibari | Cuttack-Angul, Angul-Sambalpur |
| NH-49 | Govindpur (Brajrajnagar), Jharpokharia, Janasanpur, Khereitangiri, Badeibadkudar | Kanaktora-Jharsuguda, Baharagora-Singhara-Sambalpur, Binjabahal-Teleibani |
| NH-18 | Padmanavapur, Sukhuapada | Balasore-Baripada-Jharpokharia |
| NH-20 and NH-520 | Banajodi, Hasanpur, Kantaghar, Kandra, Jhamudihi | Panikoili-Rimuli, Rimuli-Koida, Koida-Rajamunda |
| NH-143 | Balani, Darjing | Biramitrapur-Rajamunda, Rajamunda-Barkote |
| NH-57 | Bolangir, Rangamatia | Bolangir-Khurda, Adenigada-Maichheli |
| Other NH sections | Nunmath (NH-26), Khamar (NH-149), Kadaligarh (NH-153B), Baragarh (NH-6) | Amath-Bhawanipatna, Pallahara-Pitiri, Nektideuli-Boudh, Sambalpur-Baragarh |
How to Pay Odisha Tolls
You can use the following toll payment methods to pay tolls in Odisha:
1. FASTag Electronic System:
- Works across all NHAI toll plazas in Odisha and nationwide
- Standard toll rate; vehicles without a valid FASTag pay 1.25 times by UPI
- FASTag Annual Pass: ₹3,075 for FY 2026-27 (valid for 1 year or 200 crossings, private cars, jeeps and vans only)
- Automatic recharge with linked bank accounts
2. Cash Payment:
- No longer accepted at national highway plazas since April 10, 2026
- Vehicles without FASTag must pay by UPI at 1.25 times the toll
- Keep a working UPI app as a backup, especially during festival seasons
- Check payment options at state-run toll gates such as Biju Expressway before travel
3. Digital Payment Integration:
- UPI payments at toll plazas and for FASTag recharge
- Mobile wallets and internet banking
- Credit/debit cards for account management
- Rajmargyatra app for balance checks, Annual Pass purchase and complaints; NHAI helpline 1033 (24x7)
To calculate toll costs for cars, trucks, motorcycles and all vehicle types across Odisha, use TollGuru Odisha toll calculator
Recent Changes (2026)
Major Policy Updates:
- Cash payments discontinued at national highway plazas from April 10, 2026; UPI at 1.25 times the toll for vehicles without FASTag
- FASTag Annual Pass revised to ₹3,075 for FY 2026-27 (effective April 1, 2026), up from ₹3,000 at launch on August 15, 2025
- Up to 50% toll reduction on highway sections with bridges, tunnels, flyovers and elevated roads (rule notified July 2, 2025)
- Monthly resident pass: ₹350 for non-commercial vehicles within 20km of toll plazas (FY 2026-27)
- FASTag remains the primary payment method; satellite (GNSS) tolling has not replaced it
Rate Revisions:
- Annual toll rate revision effective from April 1, 2026, with plaza fee schedules valid until March 31, 2027
- Vehicles without a valid FASTag pay 1.25 times the toll by UPI
- Unpaid tolls trigger an NHAI e-notice; pay within 3 days to avoid double charges
- Penalty framework for blacklisted tags, tag misuse and unpaid tolls
Infrastructure Developments:
- ANPR-FASTag barrier-less (MLFF) tolling is being rolled out at selected NHAI plazas; keep FASTag and HSRP number plates valid
- Biju Expressway: Vedvyas-Sambalpur four-lane stretch (163 km) inaugurated in March 2018 as part of the 650 km state expressway
- Real-time balance checking and recharge through the Rajmargyatra app
Common Mistakes to Avoid
FASTag Management:
- Maintain adequate FASTag balance before coastal highway travel
- Ensure proper windscreen installation for automatic detection
- Use designated FASTag lanes to avoid penalties
- Don't attempt to transfer FASTag between vehicles
- Keep KYC complete and use only one FASTag per vehicle
Coastal Travel Planning:
- Plan for multiple toll points on Bhubaneswar-Kolkata route (Manguli, Bhagada Narayanpur, Sergarh and Laxmannath in Odisha)
- Consider monsoon season traffic delays affecting toll queues
- Use toll calculator for accurate port-related commercial trip budgeting
- Keep a recharged FASTag and a working UPI app during cyclone seasons, since cash is not accepted at national highway plazas
Commercial Vehicle Considerations:
- Heavy vehicles should verify axle-based classifications (2-axle, 3-axle, 4 to 6 axle, 7 or more axle)
- Port-bound cargo vehicles may have specific route requirements
- Commercial vehicles are not eligible for the FASTag Annual Pass
Planning Your Journey
Cost Considerations:
- Bhubaneswar to Kolkata: four NH-16 plazas in Odisha (Manguli, Bhagada Narayanpur, Sergarh, Laxmannath) plus plazas in West Bengal
- Bhubaneswar to Visakhapatnam: Gudipada and Gurapalli on NH-16 in Odisha, then plazas in Andhra Pradesh
- Cuttack to Paradip Port: Srirampur plaza on the Chandikhol-Paradip section of NH-53
- Local Odisha travel: about ₹100 to ₹155 per toll plaza for a car (FASTag, single journey)
FASTag Annual Pass Benefits:
- ₹3,075 for FY 2026-27, compared with about ₹20,000 for 200 crossings at ₹100 each
- 200 crossings or 1-year validity (whichever occurs first)
- Ideal for frequent private-car travel across Odisha and neighbouring states
- Valid at NHAI national highway and expressway plazas only; not valid on state-run roads such as Biju Expressway
- Available for non-commercial cars, jeeps and vans with a valid FASTag
Alternative Routes:
- State highways may offer toll-free alternatives with longer travel times
- Coastal routes vs. inland routes have different toll structures
- Use navigation apps to compare toll vs. non-toll routing options
Frequently Asked Questions
How many toll plazas are there in Odisha?
Odisha has more than 30 fee plazas on national highways, mainly on NH-16 along the coast between Balasore, Cuttack, Bhubaneswar and Berhampur, plus plazas on NH-53 to Paradip, NH-55 (Cuttack-Angul-Sambalpur), NH-49 and other sections. The number changes as new plazas are commissioned.
Is FASTag mandatory for port access in Odisha?
Yes. FASTag is mandatory for cars and commercial vehicles on national highways, including routes to Paradip and other ports. Port-bound trucks pay axle-based rates at each plaza, and commercial vehicles cannot use the FASTag Annual Pass.
Can I use FASTag from other states in Odisha?
Yes, FASTag is a nationwide interoperable system. Any FASTag issued anywhere in India works on all NHAI toll plazas across Odisha, making it convenient for interstate commercial and personal travel.
What happens during cyclone season for toll payments?
During severe weather, toll plazas may operate with limited lanes or temporary closures. FASTag users generally experience faster processing during such periods. It's advisable to maintain adequate FASTag balance and keep a working UPI app, since cash is no longer accepted at national highway plazas.
Are there resident discounts for Odisha toll plazas?
Yes, residents living within 20km of any toll plaza can purchase monthly passes for ₹350 (FY 2026-27) for non-commercial vehicles. Several plazas also sell discounted multi-trip passes for 50 one-way trips. This provides substantial savings for regular commuters, especially those traveling between major Odisha cities.
Do motorcycles pay tolls in Odisha?
No. Two-wheelers are exempt from toll at national highway fee plazas, and no FASTag is required for them.
Are there toll gates on Odisha state roads?
The Odisha government abolished all 35 OB&CC-operated toll gates on Works and Rural Development department roads in September 2023. Biju Expressway toll gates are listed in reference sources, so confirm current status with the Works Department before travel.
Odisha vs. Regional States
| State | System Type | Typical Cost | Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Odisha | FASTag + UPI | ₹100-₹155 per plaza (car) | Coastal highways |
| West Bengal | FASTag + UPI | Varies by plaza | Extensive network |
| Chhattisgarh | FASTag + UPI | ₹45-₹105 per plaza (car) | Industrial routes |
| Jharkhand | FASTag + UPI | ₹80-₹175 per plaza (car) | Multiple plazas |
| Andhra Pradesh | FASTag + UPI | ₹100-₹120 per plaza (car) | Major highways |
Useful Links & Resources
Internal Navigation:
- India Toll Roads - Complete India toll information
Official Agencies:
- NHAI (National Highways Authority of India): 1033 (24x7 helpline)
- NHAI Toll Information System: Plaza-wise gazette rates and passes
- IHMCL: FASTag oversight and Rajmargyatra app
- FASTag Customer Care: Available through issuing bank
- NETC (National Electronic Toll Collection): Official FASTag portal
- Odisha Works Department: State road and Biju Expressway information
FASTag Services:
- Major Banks: SBI, HDFC, ICICI, Axis Bank, and others
- Online Platforms: Rajmargyatra, Paytm, Amazon, MyFASTag portal
- Retail Outlets: Authorized FASTag dealers and petrol pumps across Odisha
