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How to apply for a passport

Register on Passport Seva, fill the form, pay, book a slot and visit the Passport Seva Kendra with originals.

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Official source · Passport Seva – How to apply — passportindia.gov.in
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Cost
₹2,500 (36 pages, normal); Tatkaal +₹2,500

Step by step

  1. Register on Passport Seva

    Click Register on passportindia.gov.in, choose the Regional Passport Office for where you live now, and confirm your email.

  2. Fill the application

    Complete the online form. You get an Application Reference Number (ARN). You cannot change the form after submitting.

  3. Pay and book an appointment

    Use Pay and Schedule Appointment. Pay the fee first, then pick a Passport Seva Kendra or POPSK slot.

  4. Visit with originals

    Carry original documents and one set of self-attested photocopies. Visit within 90 days of submitting online, or you must apply again.

  5. Police verification and dispatch

    Police verification is done as required for your case; for Tatkaal it can happen after the passport is issued. Track the status online.

Documents needed

  • Address proof (any one): water, telephone or electricity bill, Aadhaar, EPIC, gas connection proof or rent agreement
  • Or as address proof: photo passbook of a running bank account, or spouse's passport
  • Date of birth proof if born before 1 Oct 2023 (any one): birth certificate, school leaving/matriculation certificate or PAN
  • Or as date of birth proof: driving licence, EPIC, service record or LIC policy bond
  • Proof of date of birth if born on or after 1 Oct 2023: birth certificate only

Common questions

How much does a passport cost?

From 1 July 2026: ₹2,500 for 36 pages and ₹3,500 for 60 pages (10-year validity). A minor's 5-year, 36-page passport is ₹1,750. Tatkaal adds ₹2,500.

Can I edit my form after submitting it?

No. Passport Seva does not allow changes once the application is submitted.

Can I reschedule my appointment?

Yes, up to three times for normal applications and once for Tatkaal.

Is the fee refundable?

No. Passport Seva says the fee is non-refundable.

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Key points

  • Fees were revised from 1 July 2026: ₹2,500 for a 36-page, 10-year passport.
  • Tatkaal costs an extra ₹2,500 on top of the application fee.
  • Payment is mandatory before you can book an appointment; fees are non-refundable.
  • Use only passportindia.gov.in or the official Passport Seva app — beware of look-alike sites.

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