Gazole Toll Plaza is an important toll collection point on National Highway 12 in Malda district, West Bengal. Its complete official name is Chakseherdi (Gazole)–Bagsarai Fee Plaza, although most travellers simply call it Gazole Toll Plaza.
The plaza serves vehicles travelling between Farakka, Malda, Gazole, Itahar, Raiganj, Dalkhola and Siliguri. It is part of the Farakka–Raiganj highway project, an important route connecting southern West Bengal with North Bengal and northeastern India.
Older maps, road signs and FASTag records may identify the highway as NH 34. Following the renumbering of National Highways, the Farakka–Malda–Raiganj route is now officially part of NH 12.
Gazole Toll Plaza Quick Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Official name | Chakseherdi (Gazole)–Bagsarai Fee Plaza |
| Common name | Gazole Toll Plaza |
| Other spellings | Gajol, Gazol and Bagsarai Toll Plaza |
| Location | Near Bagsarai and Chakseherdi |
| Block | Gazole |
| District | Malda |
| State | West Bengal |
| Current highway number | NH 12 |
| Former highway number | NH 34 |
| Highway section | Farakka–Raiganj |
| Toll-plaza chainage | Km 351.440 |
| Tollable distance | Approximately 43.375 km |
| FASTag plaza code | 244001 |
| Project type | BOT Toll |
| Highway configuration | Four-lane highway |
| Number of toll lanes | Fourteen |
| Commercial operation began | October 19, 2016 |
| Concessionaire | Farakka–Raiganj Highways Private Limited |
| Main payment method | FASTag |
| Toll control room | 8130007455 |
| National Highway helpline | 1033 |
| Approximate coordinates | 25.194964, 88.182156 |
| NHAI project office | PIU Malda |
The plaza handles private cars, passenger buses, tourist vehicles and substantial commercial traffic travelling between Kolkata, Malda, North Bengal and the northeastern states.
Gazole Toll Plaza Rates
The publicly accessible tariff databases currently show slightly different figures.
| Vehicle category | Single journey | Return journey | Monthly pass |
| Car, jeep or van | ₹65 | ₹95–₹100 | ₹2,130–₹2,195 |
| Light commercial vehicle or minibus | ₹105 | ₹155–₹160 | ₹3,445–₹3,545 |
| Bus or two-axle truck | ₹215–₹225 | ₹325–₹335 | ₹7,215–₹7,430 |
| Commercial vehicle with up to three axles | ₹340–₹350 | ₹510–₹525 | ₹11,310–₹11,655 |
| Four-to-six-axle vehicle | ₹340–₹350 | ₹510–₹525 | ₹11,310–₹11,655 |
| Heavy construction or earth-moving equipment | ₹340–₹350 | ₹510–₹525 | ₹11,310–₹11,655 |
| Vehicle with seven or more axles | ₹415–₹425 | ₹620–₹640 | ₹13,770–₹14,190 |
The car single-journey rate is consistently shown as ₹65.
The difference mainly concerns the return and monthly-pass amounts. One listing shows ₹95 for an eligible car return journey, while the older official NHTIS schedule shows ₹100.
Drivers should therefore treat the tariff displayed at the plaza and the actual FASTag transaction as final until a clearly dated 2026–27 rate order is published consistently.
Single and Return-Journey Charges Explained
The ₹65 car rate applies to one crossing through Gazole Toll Plaza.
Where the ₹95 return schedule is used, the FASTag deductions may appear as:
- First crossing: ₹65
- Eligible return crossing: ₹30
- Total for both crossings: ₹95
Where the ₹100 return schedule is used, the second deduction may be ₹35.
The return journey must normally be completed within 24 hours using the same active FASTag.
If the vehicle returns after the permitted period, the second passage may be charged as another complete single journey.
Drivers should keep both transaction messages until the return journey is complete.
Why Gazole Toll Rates Differ Online
Different online sources are displaying tariff orders from different effective periods.
The differences may be caused by:
- A revised project calculation
- Different effective dates
- Delayed database updates
- Rounding of the return or monthly-pass amount
- An old rate remaining visible after a later revision
- Changes following completion of additional highway work
An online toll calculator should not be treated as final proof that a FASTag deduction is incorrect.
Before raising a complaint, compare the deduction with the rate and effective date displayed on the plaza tariff board.
Local Resident Monthly Pass
Eligible residents living within 20 kilometres of Gazole Toll Plaza may apply for a concessional monthly pass for a privately owned, non-commercial car, jeep or van.
The latest plaza-specific public listing shows:
₹340 per month for the earlier tariff period
Since that listing was valid only until March 31, 2026, residents should confirm the applicable 2026–27 amount before submitting payment.
Applicants may be required to provide:
- Vehicle registration certificate
- Aadhaar card or another identity document
- Current residential-address proof
- Active FASTag linked to the vehicle
- Registered mobile number
- Recent photograph
- Completed local-pass application
The toll administration must verify that the applicant lives within the prescribed distance.
The concession is linked to one resident, vehicle and FASTag. Merely having a vehicle registered in Malda district does not automatically activate the pass.
Local Commercial Vehicle Concession
The accessible Gazole tariff does not publish a separate reduced-rate table for commercial vehicles registered within Malda district.
Owners of taxis, minibuses, buses and goods vehicles should not assume that a local registration number automatically provides a reduced toll.
Any concession may depend on:
- Vehicle registration category
- Commercial permit
- Registered business address
- Regular operating route
- FASTag details
- Concession-agreement conditions
- Approval from the toll administration
Commercial operators should contact the toll control room before relying on a discounted rate.
Address and Exact Location
The commonly used address is: Gazole Toll Plaza, NH 12, Bagsarai, near Chakseherdi and Gazole, Malda District, West Bengal 732124.
The approximate coordinates are:
- Latitude: 25.194964
- Longitude: 88.182156
Directions to Gazole Toll Plaza
1. From Malda
Join NH 12 and travel north towards Gazole, Itahar and Raiganj.
Continue beyond the Malda Bypass on the Raiganj-bound carriageway. Follow the toll-lane signs while approaching Bagsarai and Gazole.
The toll plaza is approximately 25 to 30 kilometres north of the Malda Bypass area.
2. From Gazole Town
Use an authorised local connection to join NH 12.
Vehicles travelling towards Malda and Farakka should use the southbound carriageway. Vehicles travelling towards Itahar, Raiganj and Dalkhola should use the northbound side.
Whether a short local journey crosses the plaza depends on the junction used and the destination.
3. From Raiganj
Travel south on NH 12 towards Itahar, Gazole and Malda.
Continue beyond Itahar on the Malda-bound carriageway. Follow the toll signs while approaching Gazole and Bagsarai.
4. From Balurghat
Travel towards Gazole using NH 512 or the appropriate connecting road.
Join NH 12 according to the destination. Vehicles continuing towards Malda may cross Gazole Toll Plaza, depending on the highway junction used.
5. From Farakka
Travel north on NH 12 through Kaliachak and Malda towards Gazole and Raiganj.
A normal Farakka-to-Raiganj journey generally crosses Lakshmipur Toll Plaza and Gazole Toll Plaza because they cover separate portions of the highway project.
6. From Kolkata
Travel north towards Farakka and Malda using the appropriate NH 12 route.
Continue beyond Malda towards Gazole, Itahar and Raiganj. The complete Kolkata-to-Gazole journey crosses several toll plazas, so Gazole’s ₹65 car charge is only one part of the total route cost.
7. From Siliguri
Travel south towards Dalkhola and Raiganj using NH 27 and NH 12.
Continue through Itahar towards Gazole and Malda. Other toll plazas may apply on the complete Siliguri–Malda journey.
Gazole and Lakshmipur Toll Plazas Are Different
Gazole and Lakshmipur are separate toll plazas on the Farakka–Raiganj highway project.
Lakshmipur Toll Plaza is located farther south, closer to Farakka.
Gazole Toll Plaza is located farther north near Bagsarai and Gazole.
A vehicle travelling between Farakka and Raiganj generally crosses both plazas.
Separate FASTag deductions at Lakshmipur and Gazole are therefore not automatically duplicate transactions. Each plaza covers a different tollable portion of NH 12.
Gazole Toll Plaza’s FASTag code is 244001.
Gazole and Barai Toll Plazas Are Different
Barai Toll Plaza is situated farther north on the route towards Raiganj, Dalkhola and Siliguri.
Gazole Toll Plaza is in Malda district on the Farakka–Raiganj project.
A longer journey from Malda or Farakka towards Siliguri may generate separate deductions at Gazole and other plazas farther north.
Drivers should compare:
- Exact toll-plaza name
- FASTag plaza code
- Transaction date and time
- Amount deducted
- Direction of travel
FASTag and Payment Information
FASTag is the standard payment method at Gazole Toll Plaza.
Before travelling, ensure that the FASTag:
- Is active and has sufficient balance
- Is properly attached to the windscreen
- Is linked to the correct vehicle registration number
- Shows the correct vehicle category
- Has completed the required verification
- Is not damaged, suspended or blacklisted
Maintain sufficient distance from the vehicle ahead while entering the toll lane. Following a bus or truck too closely may interfere with the scanner’s ability to recognise each vehicle separately.
The transaction message may display:
- Gazole
- Gajol
- Bagsarai
- Chakseherdi
- Farakka–Raiganj Highways
- Plaza code 244001
An incorrect deduction can be reported through the FASTag-issuing bank, RajmargYatra or National Highway helpline 1033.
FASTag Annual Pass
The NHAI FASTag Annual Pass costs ₹3,075 for the 2026–27 financial year.
It is available for eligible privately registered, non-commercial cars, jeeps and vans.
The pass remains valid for one year from activation or 200 eligible National Highway and National Expressway toll-plaza crossings, whichever occurs first.
One passage through Gazole Toll Plaza normally counts as one crossing. Passing through the plaza and later returning generally counts as two crossings.
Before relying on the Annual Pass, drivers should ensure that:
- Gazole appears in the current eligible-plaza list
- The vehicle is privately registered and non-commercial
- Its category is car, jeep or van
- The FASTag is active and linked to the complete vehicle number
- Annual Pass activation has been completed successfully
The pass is activated on the existing FASTag and cannot be transferred to another vehicle.
Highway Facilities and Emergency Contacts
The highway listing shows three truck lay-bys and two weighbridges on the Gazole toll section.
A dedicated public rest area is not listed directly at the toll plaza. Fuel stations, restaurants and repair facilities are available around Gazole and Malda.
| Service | Contact number |
| National Highway assistance | 1033 |
| Highway emergency service | 1073 |
| Government ambulance | 108 |
| Medical emergency service | 102 |
| Toll control room | 8130007455 |
| Crane assistance | 7477706000 |
| Ambulance assistance | 7477706000 |
| Route-patrol assistance | 7811991212 |
| Toll-plaza in-charge | 8918925691 |
| NHAI PIU Malda | 8130006173 |
| NHAI Regional Office, Kolkata | 8130006054 |
When requesting assistance, provide:
- NH 12 as the highway number
- Direction of travel
- Nearest kilometre marker or village
- Vehicle registration number
- Type of vehicle
- Nature of the emergency
Traffic and Safety Tips
Gazole Toll Plaza may experience increased traffic during:
- Friday and Sunday journeys
- Public holidays and long weekends
- Durga Puja and Eid travel
- North Bengal tourist seasons
- Heavy truck and interstate bus movement
- Road repairs or diversions
- Monsoon rainfall
- Winter fog
- Accidents or vehicle breakdowns
Choose the correct toll lane early and avoid sudden lane changes near the booths.
NH 12 carries buses, trucks, motorcycles, agricultural vehicles and local traffic entering through village and service-road connections.
During heavy monsoon rain, reduce speed and allow more braking distance. Winter fog can also reduce visibility between Malda, Gazole and Raiganj.
Do not stop near the toll lanes or on the active highway shoulder except during a genuine emergency.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why does my FASTag message show Bagsarai or Chakseherdi instead of Gazole?
A: Bagsarai and Chakseherdi are location names associated with the official plaza. Gazole, Bagsarai and Chakseherdi entries generally refer to the same toll facility with code 244001.
Q: Why do some records show NH 34 instead of NH 12?
A: The Farakka–Malda–Raiganj corridor was formerly numbered NH 34. It is now part of NH 12, although older toll systems and road signs may continue showing NH 34.
Q: Will a Farakka-to-Raiganj journey cross two toll plazas?
A: Normally, yes. Vehicles following NH 12 generally cross Lakshmipur Toll Plaza closer to Farakka and Gazole Toll Plaza closer to Malda and Raiganj.
Q: Why do different websites show ₹95 and ₹100 as the car return rate?
A: The websites are displaying rate schedules from different effective periods. Check the date on the plaza tariff board and the actual FASTag deduction before treating either amount as incorrect.
