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Passport Apply, Renew & Track — Complete 2026 Guide
Fresh passport, renewal, Tatkaal emergency passport, lost passport replacement — all steps via the official Passport Seva portal. Includes fee chart, documents list, and what to expect at PSK.
All Passport Services
🛂▼ Steps
Apply for New Passport
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Renew Passport (Re-issue)
🔍▼ Steps
Track Passport Application Status
⚡▼ Steps
Tatkaal (Emergency) Passport
👮▼ Steps
Police Verification — What Happens
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Lost / Damaged Passport Replacement
Passport Fee & Timeline
| Service | Fee | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Fresh Passport (36 pages, Normal) | ₹1,500 | 30–45 days |
| Fresh Passport (60 pages, Normal) | ₹2,000 | 30–45 days |
| Fresh Passport (Tatkaal, 36 pages) | ₹3,500 | 7–15 days |
| Re-issue / Renewal (Normal) | ₹1,500 | 30–45 days |
| Re-issue / Renewal (Tatkaal) | ₹3,500 | 7–15 days |
| Minors Under 5 Years | ₹1,000 | 30–45 days |
| ECR to ECNR Conversion | ₹1,500 | 30–45 days |
Documents Required
Proof of Date of BirthBirth certificate (preferred), Class X marksheet, Aadhaar
Proof of AddressAadhaar card, Voter ID, Electricity bill (last 3 months), bank statement
Proof of IdentityAadhaar card (most accepted), Voter ID, PAN card
Aadhaar CardMandatory — linked to mobile for OTP verification
Old PassportFor re-issue; must be surrendered at PSK
Police FIROnly for lost/damaged passport applications
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I apply for a passport without a birth certificate?
A: Yes. If you don't have a birth certificate, you can use other documents as proof of date of birth: Class X or XII marksheet showing DOB, Aadhaar card, or an affidavit in prescribed format. However, a birth certificate is strongly preferred and accepted without question.
Q: My passport is expiring in 6 months — should I renew now?
A: Yes. Many countries require your passport to be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended travel dates. Apply for renewal immediately. The process takes 30–45 days normally, faster with Tatkaal.
Q: Can a child travel on a parent's passport?
A: No. Every person including infants requires their own individual passport. Apply for a minor's passport at passportindia.gov.in. Parents must carry their own passports and the child's birth certificate.
Q: What is ECR and ECNR in passport?
A: ECR (Emigration Check Required) is on passports of people who haven't passed Class X. They need emigration clearance before working in 17 specified ECR countries (Gulf, Malaysia, etc.). ECNR (no clearance required) is for Class X pass holders. You can convert ECR to ECNR by submitting educational certificates.
Q: My appointment at PSK was missed — what do I do?
A: Login to passportindia.gov.in and reschedule your appointment. You can reschedule up to 3 times within 1 year of application. After 3 reschedules, you'll need to start a fresh application.
📞 Passport Seva Helpline
Passport Seva Helpline: 1800-258-1800 (toll-free, Mon–Sat 8AM–10PM)
Official Portal: passportindia.gov.in
mPassport Seva App: Available on Google Play Store and App Store
For NRIs: Contact nearest Indian Embassy / Consulate for passport services