NHA Announces Massive 50% Increase in Motorway Toll Tax

ISLAMABAD: The National Highway Authority (NHA) has announced a revised toll structure across Pakistan’s motorways, introducing a 50% surcharge for all vehicles that do not have M-Tags or maintain an insufficient balance. The revised rates will take effect from June 15, 2025.

Additional Charges for Non-M-Tag Vehicles

Under the new policy, vehicles operating on the motorway network without an active M-Tag or with a low balance will be charged 50% more than the standard toll. This adjustment, authorized under Section 10(2)(vii) of the NHA Act (1991), is aimed at promoting the use of M-Tags to streamline toll collection and reduce congestion.

Revised Toll Rates Across Major Routes

The updated toll rates for various motorway sections are as follows (including the 50% surcharge for non-compliant vehicles):

• M-2 (Lahore – Islamabad): Rs. 1,800 for cars
• M-3 (Lahore – Abdul Hakeem): Rs. 1,200 for cars
• M-4 (Pindi Bhattian – Multan): Rs. 1,600 for cars
• M-5 (Multan – Sukkur): Rs. 1,800 for cars
• M-14 (D.I. Khan – Hakla): Rs. 1,000 for cars
• E-35 (Hasan Abdal – Mansehra Expressway): Rs. 450 for cars

Higher Rates for Commercial Vehicles

Commercial vehicles will also see significant toll increases if they are not M-Tag compliant. Notable examples include:

• Lahore – Islamabad (M-2)
  • 2 & 3 axle trucks: Rs. 7,900
  • Articulated trucks: Rs. 10,200

These figures reflect the revised pricing, inclusive of the 50% penalty for non-M-Tag or low balance status.

Implementation and Advisory

The NHA has directed all relevant departments and toll collection partners to update systems and enforce the new rates from mid-June. Motorists are being strongly advised to ensure their vehicles are equipped with active M-Tags and sufficient balance to avoid incurring additional charges.

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For full details, the NHA has circulated an official notification and uploaded the revised toll chart on its website. Authorities have emphasized that this step is necessary to modernize toll operations and enhance overall motorway efficiency.