🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 103A (NH 103A)

Hoshiarpur to Rupnagar See notes — 105.1 km

NH 103A is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Hoshiarpur to Rupnagar See notes, spanning 105.1 km through Punjab. It branches from NH 3.

105.1

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 3

Parent Highway

NH 103A Route Map

NH3 near Hoshiarpur, Mahalpur, Gurhshankar, Nawanshahr, Balachur, NH205 near Rupnagar See notes

States & Union Territories

NH 103A passes through the following 1 state:

Punjab

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 103A

The highway passes through 6 major cities and towns:

●Hoshiarpur→●Mahalpur→●Gurhshankar→●Nawanshahr→●Balachur→●Rupnagar See notes

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NH 103A Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Hoshiarpur

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Rupnagar See notes

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 103A

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 3

Total Length105.1 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 103A

Cars, Jeeps & Light Motor Vehicles100 km/h

Buses & Goods Carriers (medium)80 km/h

Heavy Motor Vehicles (trucks, lorries)60 km/h

Motorcycles & Two-Wheelers80 km/h

Speed limits are prescribed under the Motor Vehicles Act and Central Motor Vehicles Rules for national highways. State governments may impose lower limits on specific stretches.

Safety Tips for Driving on NH 103A

⚠️Always follow the speed limit — 100 km/h for cars and 80 km/h for heavy vehicles on national highways.
⚠️Wear seatbelts and ensure all passengers are buckled up.
⚠️Do not overtake on curves, bridges, or narrow sections.
⚠️Keep a safe following distance, especially during monsoon season.
⚠️Use headlights even during daytime on highways.
⚠️Take breaks every 2 hours during long drives to avoid fatigue.
⚠️In case of an emergency, call 112 (Unified Emergency Number) or 1033 (National Highway Helpline).

Frequently Asked Questions

Which states does National Highway 103A pass through?

National Highway 103A passes through Punjab.

What are the major cities on National Highway 103A?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 103A include Hoshiarpur, Mahalpur, Gurhshankar, Nawanshahr, Balachur, Rupnagar See notes.

What is the total length of National Highway 103A?

The total length of National Highway 103A is 105.1 km.

Is National Highway 103A a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 103A is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 3.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 103A?

The speed limit on National Highway 103A is 100 km/h for cars and light motor vehicles, 80 km/h for buses and medium goods vehicles, and 60 km/h for heavy motor vehicles (trucks and lorries). These limits are set under the Central Motor Vehicles Rules for national highways. State governments may impose lower limits on specific sections.

What is the route of National Highway 103A? (Route Map)

National Highway 103A follows this route: NH3 near Hoshiarpur, Mahalpur, Gurhshankar, Nawanshahr, Balachur, NH205 near Rupnagar See notes.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 103A?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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