🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 303 (NH 303)

Nagrota to Nadaun — 70.4 km

NH 303 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Nagrota to Nadaun, spanning 70.4 km through Himachal Pradesh. It branches from NH 3.

70.4

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 3

Parent Highway

NH 303 Route Map

(NH20A) NH154 near Nagrota, (NH88) Daulatur, Ranital, Jawalamukhi, NH3 near Nadaun

States & Union Territories

NH 303 passes through the following 1 state:

Himachal Pradesh

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 303

The highway passes through 5 major cities and towns:

●Nagrota→●Daulatur→●Ranital→●Jawalamukhi→●Nadaun

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NH 303 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Nagrota

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Nadaun

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 303

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 3

Total Length70.4 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 303

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 303

⚠️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 303 pass through?

National Highway 303 passes through Himachal Pradesh.

What are the major cities on National Highway 303?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 303 include Nagrota, Daulatur, Ranital, Jawalamukhi, Nadaun.

What is the total length of National Highway 303?

The total length of National Highway 303 is 70.4 km.

Is National Highway 303 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 303 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 3.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 303?

The speed limit on National Highway 303 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 303? (Route Map)

National Highway 303 follows this route: (NH20A) NH154 near Nagrota, (NH88) Daulatur, Ranital, Jawalamukhi, NH3 near Nadaun.

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