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How to Apply for Indian Passport Online (Fresh/Reissue/Tatkal)

Complete 2026 step-by-step guide to apply for fresh/reissue/Tatkaal passport online via Passport Seva portal—documents, fees, police verification, appointment booking, tracking, common rejections, and Tatkaal emergency process so you never need another website.

Last updated: 9 March 2026
How to Apply for Indian Passport Online (Fresh/Reissue/Tatkal)

Overview

Indian Passport serves as both international travel document and proof of identity/address. In 2026, 100% online application via Passport Seva (passportindia.gov.in) with optional Regional Passport Office (RPO) visit for police verification. Three types available: Fresh Passport (first time): 30-45 days processing Reissue (expiry <1 year/10-year renewal/pages exhausted): 15-30 days Tatkaal (emergency <7 days): Medical emergency/job abroad/urgent business 2026 Updates: Doorstep delivery standard, Aadhaar OTP integration, e‑passport chip mandatory, Tatkaal quota increased 25%. Normal fee: ₹1,500 (36 pages)/₹2,000 (60 pages) 10-year validity. Tatkaal double fee. Children <15 years: 5-year validity ₹1,000. Processing Timeline (Normal): Application → Appointment → Document verification → Police verification → Passport printing → Dispatch (30-45 days total) Tatkaal: Application → Post verification → Same/next day dispatch (1-7 days) Common Rejection Reasons (Avoid These): Name mismatch between Aadhaar and application Missing/invalid address proof Annexure forms incomplete Police verification pending objections Tatkaal: Insufficient emergency proof Minor without both parents' consent Pro Tips (99% First-Time Success): Book morning slots (less crowd) Carry 2 sets original+copy documents Name EXACTLY as Aadhaar (no initials) Tatkaal: Submit hospital letterhead proof Track police verification proactively Renew 1 year before expiry (faster)

Who is Eligible?

  • Indian citizens above 18 years (minors via guardian)
  • Valid address proof (Aadhaar utility bill)
  • No adverse police records
  • Fresh: No existing passport
  • Reissue: Expiry <1 year or pages <4 left
  • Tatkaal: Documented emergency

Documents Required

  • Mandatory (All Types):
  • Proof of Identity/Address (Any 1): Aadhaar, Voter ID, Driving Licence, Ration Card
  • Proof of Present Address (Any 1): Aadhaar, Electricity bill (<3 months), Bank statement, Rent agreement (notarized)
  • Proof of Date of Birth (Any 1): Birth certificate, Matriculation certificate, Passport of parents
  • Fresh Passport Additional:
  • Annexure E (identity declaration by Gazetted Officer)
  • Reissue Additional:
  • Old passport (original + copy first/last pages)
  • Tatkaal Additional (Choose 2):
  • Medical emergency: Doctor certificate/hospital admission
  • Job abroad: Offer letter + NOC from employer
  • Business: Invitation letter + trade fair documents
  • Death family member: Death certificate
  • Minors (<18 years):
  • Annexure D (parental consent)
  • Both parents' passports OR affidavit
  • Annexure C (single parent/guardian)

Process & Guidelines

Step 1: Register/Login Passport Seva

Visit passportindia.gov.in → New User? Register with email/mobile → Verify OTP → Create profile

Step 2: Apply Online

Login → New Registration → Select Fresh/Reissue/Tatkaal → Type of passport (normal/jumbo book)

Step 3: Fill Application Form

Personal details → Address → Contact → Parents details → Previous passport (reissue) → Emergency proof (Tatkaal) → Review → Save

Step 4: Upload Documents

Scan upload (100-500KB JPG/PDF):

Photo (4.5x3.5cm, white background, 80% face, <20KB)

Signature (black ink, white paper, <10KB)

Supporting documents (max 10 files)

Step 5: Pay Fee Online

Net banking/UPI/Debit/Credit card → Fee structure auto-calculated → Generate Application Reference Number (ARN)

Step 6: Book Appointment

Select nearest Passport Seva Kendra (PSK)/RPO → Available slots shown → Book slot (valid 3 months) → Print Application Receipt

Step 7: Visit PSK/RPO (Appointment Day)

Arrive 15 min early with:

Printout ARN receipt

Original + self-attested copies ALL documents

Old passport (reissue)

Annexure forms signed

Step 8: Document Verification

PSK officer verifies originals → Biometrics (photo/fingerprint/IRIS) → Pre-police verification if applicable

Step 9: Police Verification

Normal: Post-verification (after passport printing)

Tatkaal: Pre-verification (before dispatch)

Track status SMS alerts

Step 10: Passport Printing & Dispatch

RPO prints → SMS dispatch alert → Speed post delivery (doorstep) → Track consignment India Post

Tatkaal Special Process:

Same steps but:

Submit 2 emergency proofs

Police verification BEFORE dispatch

Processing 1-7 working days

Double fee (₹3,000 normal 36-page)

Status Tracking:

passportindia.gov.in → Track Application → Enter ARN/File Number → Status: Granted/Police Verification Pending/Despatched

Fee Structure 2026 (10-year Adult):

Frequently Asked Questions