Morattandi Toll Plaza is an important National Highway fee-collection point on NH 66 near the Tamil Nadu-Puducherry border. It is located near Morattandi and Pattanur in Vanur Taluk of Villupuram district, Tamil Nadu, on the Puducherry-Tindivanam highway corridor.
The plaza serves private cars, buses, tourist vehicles, trucks and commercial traffic travelling between Puducherry, Auroville, Morattandi, Tindivanam, Villupuram and other destinations in northern Tamil Nadu.
The name is sometimes written as Moratandi, Morattandi or Mortandi in travel searches. FASTag statements generally identify the facility as Morattandi Toll Plaza or plaza code 177001.
Morattandi Toll Plaza Quick Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Official name | Morattandi Fee Plaza |
| Common name | Morattandi / Moratandi Toll Plaza |
| Location | Near Morattandi and Pattanur |
| Taluk | Vanur |
| District | Villupuram |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| Highway number | NH 66 |
| Highway section | Puducherry-Tindivanam |
| Official chainage | Km 6.572 |
| Current database location reference | Seliyamedu |
| Tollable distance | 38.608 kilometres |
| FASTag plaza code | 177001 |
| Current database classification | Public-funded |
| Earlier NHTIS classification | BOT (Toll) |
| Road configuration | Four-lane highway |
| Number of toll lanes | 10 |
| Fee notification date | December 24, 2010 |
| Commercial operation date | December 13, 2011 |
| Toll control room / in-charge | 8130007202 |
| National Highway helpline | 1033 |
| Approximate coordinates | 11.983278, 79.788360 |
| Nearest police station | Auroville Police Station |
| NHAI project office | PIU Puducherry |
| Postal area | Morattandi / Pattanur, Tamil Nadu 605111 |
Morattandi Toll Plaza Rates
The following charges are effective from July 22, 2026, to March 31, 2027.
| Vehicle category | Single journey | Return journey | Monthly pass | Local commercial rate |
| Car, jeep or van | ₹70 | ₹105 | ₹2,340 | ₹35 |
| Light commercial vehicle or minibus | ₹115 | ₹170 | ₹3,780 | ₹55 |
| Bus or two-axle truck | ₹240 | ₹355 | ₹7,920 | ₹120 |
| Commercial vehicle with up to three axles | ₹260 | ₹390 | ₹8,640 | ₹130 |
| Four-to-six-axle vehicle | ₹375 | ₹560 | ₹12,420 | ₹185 |
| Heavy construction or earth-moving equipment | ₹375 | ₹560 | ₹12,420 | ₹185 |
| Vehicle with seven or more axles | ₹455 | ₹680 | ₹15,125 | ₹225 |
A private car, jeep or van pays ₹70 for one crossing through Morattandi Toll Plaza.
An eligible outward and return journey costs ₹105 when the same vehicle returns through the plaza within the applicable return period using the same active FASTag.
The standard monthly pass for a car, jeep or van costs ₹2,340. It is different from the concessional local-resident monthly pass.
Single and Return-Journey Charges Explained
The ₹70 car toll applies to one passage through Morattandi Toll Plaza. The ₹105 return tariff covers one outward crossing and one eligible return crossing; it does not mean that ₹105 is charged during each passage.
A normal FASTag deduction may appear as:
- First crossing: ₹70
- Eligible return crossing: ₹35
- Total charge for both crossings: ₹105
The same vehicle and active FASTag should be used for both passages. If the return does not satisfy the applicable conditions, the second crossing may be treated as another single journey.
Local Commercial Vehicle Rates
Reduced single-journey charges are published for eligible commercial vehicles registered within the district of the toll plaza. A qualifying local commercial car, jeep or van may pay ₹35 instead of the regular ₹70 single-journey charge.
The listed local-commercial rates are ₹55 for an LCV, ₹120 for a bus or two-axle truck, ₹130 for a vehicle with up to three axles, ₹185 for four-to-six-axle or heavy construction equipment and ₹225 for seven or more axles.
District registration alone may not automatically activate the concession. The operator may be asked for the registration certificate, commercial permit, local address or business proof and active FASTag details.
Local Resident Monthly Pass
A person living within 20 kilometres of Morattandi Toll Plaza may apply for a concessional monthly pass for a privately owned, non-commercial car, jeep or van.
The local monthly-pass charge for FY 2026-27 is ₹360.
Applicants may be required to provide the vehicle registration certificate, Aadhaar card or another identity document, current residential-address proof, active FASTag details, registered mobile number and a recent photograph.
The toll administration must verify that the residence falls within the prescribed 20-kilometre limit. The pass is linked to one resident, one vehicle and one FASTag.
Address and Exact Location
The commonly used address is:
Morattandi Toll Plaza, NH 66, Morattandi / Pattanur, Vanur Taluk, Villupuram District, Tamil Nadu 605111.
Approximate coordinates:
- Latitude: 11.983278
- Longitude: 79.788360
Directions to Morattandi Toll Plaza
1. From Puducherry
Travel northwest on NH 66 towards JIPMER, Morattandi and Tindivanam. Continue towards the Tamil Nadu border. Morattandi Toll Plaza is reached shortly after leaving the Puducherry urban side of the corridor.
2. From Tindivanam
Travel southeast on NH 66 towards Morattandi and Puducherry. Continue on the main four-lane highway and follow the toll-lane signs while approaching Morattandi.
3. From Auroville
Use the appropriate local connection towards Morattandi or Pattanur and join NH 66. Whether a short local journey crosses the toll plaza depends on the junction used and the final destination.
4. From Villupuram
Travel towards Tindivanam using the appropriate highway connection, then join NH 66 towards Puducherry. Continue southeast until reaching Morattandi Toll Plaza.
5. From Chennai
The route from Chennai generally follows the GST Road or East Coast Road depending on the chosen itinerary. Travellers approaching Puducherry through Tindivanam and NH 66 will normally cross Morattandi Toll Plaza before entering Puducherry.
Morattandi Is in Tamil Nadu, Not Puducherry
Morattandi Toll Plaza is often described as a Puducherry toll plaza because it is very close to the Union Territory and serves the Puducherry-Tindivanam route.
The physical toll-plaza location is on the Tamil Nadu side near Morattandi and Pattanur in Villupuram district. This is why local addresses may contain both Pondicherry-related postal references and Tamil Nadu administrative details.
FASTag and Payment Information
FASTag is the standard payment method at Morattandi Toll Plaza. Before travelling, make sure the tag is active, has sufficient balance, is correctly attached to the windscreen, is linked to the correct registration number and shows the proper vehicle category.
Maintain enough distance from the vehicle ahead while entering a toll lane. Close following behind buses or trucks can interfere with scanning.
For an incorrect deduction, contact the FASTag-issuing bank, RajmargYatra, the toll control room or National Highway helpline 1033. Keep the transaction SMS, vehicle number, date, time, amount and plaza name.
FASTag Annual Pass
The National Highway FASTag Annual Pass costs ₹3,075 for FY 2026-27. It is available for eligible privately registered, non-commercial cars, jeeps and vans at participating National Highway and National Expressway fee plazas.
The pass remains valid for one year from activation or 200 eligible crossings, whichever occurs first.
Before relying on it at Morattandi, confirm the plaza’s current eligibility and successful activation through RajmargYatra. One passage through an eligible plaza normally counts as one crossing.
Facilities and Emergency Contacts
A rest area and truck lay-by are listed on the associated NH 66 corridor at approximately Km 31.300 on the left-hand side. No static weighbridge is currently listed at the plaza.
| Service | Contact number |
| National Highway assistance | 1033 |
| Highway emergency service | 1073 |
| Government ambulance | 108 / 102 |
| Toll control room / in-charge | 8130007202 |
| Crane assistance | 9787844026 |
| Ambulance assistance | 8977916053 |
| Route-patrol assistance | 8220550066 |
| Auroville Police Station | 0413-2677318 |
| PIU Puducherry | 8130006108 |
| NHAI Regional Office, Chennai | 8130006044 |
| Concessionaire representative | 7708075831 |
Nearby medical support includes JIPMER in Puducherry and other hospitals and clinics along the Puducherry-Tindivanam corridor. During an emergency, provide NH 66, Morattandi Toll Plaza, direction of travel, vehicle number and the nearest kilometre marker or landmark.
Traffic and Safety Tips
Morattandi Toll Plaza may become busy during weekends, public holidays, festival travel and tourist movement between Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. Traffic can also increase during morning and evening travel periods.
Choose the correct toll lane early and avoid sudden lane changes. Maintain additional distance behind buses and trucks and reduce speed during monsoon rain, congestion or poor visibility.
Do not stop in an active toll lane or on the main carriageway except during a genuine emergency.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Is Moratandi the same as Morattandi Toll Plaza?
Yes. Moratandi, Morattandi and Mortandi are commonly used spelling variations for the same NH 66 toll facility near Puducherry.
Q2. How much does a car pay at Morattandi Toll Plaza in 2026-27?
A car, jeep or van pays ₹70 for a single journey, ₹105 for an eligible return journey and ₹2,340 for the standard monthly pass.
Q3. What is the local commercial car rate?
The published local-commercial rate for an eligible car, jeep or van is ₹35 per crossing, subject to the applicable registration and verification requirements.
Q4. Is Morattandi Toll Plaza in Puducherry?
No. The toll plaza is physically in Tamil Nadu near the Puducherry border, although it serves the main Puducherry-Tindivanam highway.
Q5. How can a nearby resident obtain the ₹360 monthly pass?
The owner should contact the toll office with vehicle registration, identity, residential-address and FASTag details. The residence must be verified within 20 kilometres, and the vehicle must be private and non-commercial.
