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Indian Passport

Travel document for Indian citizens — issued by the Ministry of External Affairs via Passport Seva Kendras.

Department:Passport SevaMinistry:Ministry of External AffairsProcessing:30 working days (normal); 1-3 days (Tatkal, subject to police verification)Helpline:1800 258 1800

Official portal

Eligibility

Indian citizens of any age

Required documents

Proof of Address (Aadhaar / utility bill / rent agreement)
Proof of Date of Birth (birth certificate / Aadhaar / 10th marksheet)
Non-ECR proof for graduates / professionals
For minors: parents' passport copies + affidavit (Annexure D/H)

Fees

Item	Amount	Note
Fresh passport (36 pages, 10 years)	₹ 1,500	—
Fresh passport (60 pages, 10 years)	₹ 2,000	—
Tatkal surcharge	₹ 2,000	—
Minor (below 18, 5 years / 36 pages)	₹ 1,000	—

How to apply online

1
Register on Passport Seva
Create account at passportindia.gov.in
Open link
2
Fill application form
Choose Fresh / Reissue and Normal / Tatkal
3
Pay fee & schedule appointment
Choose PSK / POPSK slot
4
Visit PSK
Biometrics, document verification, photo capture
5
Police verification
Local police visits address; Tatkal is post-verification
6
Receive passport
Dispatched by Speed Post within 30 days

Downloads

Annexure D (Consent of Parents)

pdf

Frequently asked

What is Tatkal?

A premium fast-track scheme delivering passports within 1-3 working days for an extra ₹2,000.

Is police verification always required?

Yes for fresh passports (except Tatkal post-verification). Reissue may skip it if no change in address / criminal record.

Verified from official sources.

Rules and fees may change. Always cross-check on the official portal before applying. Last verified: 4 Aug 2026.