Apply for Indian Passport Online (Fresh / Re-issue)

Passport Seva (MEA)

State GovtAll India

Updated on 12 Oct 2026

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Service overview

Job Title

Apply for Indian Passport Online (Fresh / Re-issue)

Department Name

Passport Seva (MEA)

Type

Official Service

Govt. Type

State Govt

Location

All India

Application Type

Always Open

Source

Official Website

Last Updated

12 Oct 2026

Official Apply

https://www.passportindia.gov.in/

Description

Apply for a new Indian passport (fresh) or renew an existing one (re-issue) through the Ministry of External Affairs' Passport Seva portal. Register on the portal, fill in the online application, pay the fee, and book an appointment at a Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or Post Office Passport Seva Kendra (POPSK). Then visit with your original documents for verification, photograph and biometrics. Choose Fresh if you have never held an Indian passport. Choose Re-issue if you have held one before, for example when it is expiring or expired, lost or damaged, has no free pages, or needs changes to personal details. Normal and Tatkal (urgent) options are available. Fees from 1 July 2026 for adult applicants: ₹2,500 (normal) / ₹5,000 (Tatkal) for a 36-page passport, and ₹3,500 (normal) / ₹6,000 (Tatkal) for a 60-page passport. Fees for minors and other categories differ, so confirm the exact amount on the official fee calculator before paying. This service is open throughout the year with no fixed last date.

Eligibility criteria

Review qualification, age limit, and experience for Fresh / Re-issue in the table below.

Qualification

Normal & Tatkal passport via Passport Seva – Ministry of External Affairs

Age Limit

Age Limit Not Required

Applicant Scope

Across the Country · India

Employment Exchange

Not Required

State Citizen

Not Required

Important dates & links

Key dates and official links for Fresh / Re-issue. Verify on the government or board website before applying.

Official Notification

Click here

Application Mode

Online

Selection process & notes

Selection stages, disclaimers, and terms for Fresh / Re-issue.

Choose 'Fresh' only if you have never held an Indian passport; otherwise apply under 'Re-issue'.

Visit the PSK within 90 days of submitting the online form, otherwise the application must be resubmitted.

Carry original documents plus self-attested photocopies. Check the Document Advisor on the Passport Seva portal for the exact list: https://www.passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/docAdvisor/attachmentAdvFresh

Fees from 1 July 2026 (adults): 36 pages ₹2,500 normal / ₹5,000 Tatkal; 60 pages ₹3,500 normal / ₹6,000 Tatkal. Use the official fee calculator for minors and other categories.

Tatkal is for urgent travel, costs more and needs additional supporting documents. It is subject to appointment availability.

Processing time is indicative: normal usually takes about 2 to 4 weeks after the appointment, and Tatkal a few working days. It varies by location and police verification.

Track your application on the Passport Seva portal or the mPassport Seva app using your file number and date of birth.

Selection Process

Register and log in on the Passport Seva portal Fill and submit the online application for Fresh Passport / Re-issue of Passport Pay the applicable fee online (required before booking an appointment) Book an appointment at a Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or Post Office Passport Seva Kendra (POPSK) Visit the Kendra with original documents for verification, photograph and biometrics Police verification where required Passport is printed and dispatched by Speed Post

Disclaimer

Passport fees, documents, validity and processing times are set by the Ministry of External Affairs and may change. Verify the latest details on the official Passport Seva portal before applying. This listing is for information and convenience only. Candidates must verify all details on the official website. Avedan is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or an authority of the Ministry of External Affairs or the Passport Seva Programme.

Terms and Conditions:

The application must be submitted and the government fee paid on the official Passport Seva portal. Eligibility, required documents, fees and timelines follow the rules and guidelines of the Ministry of External Affairs. The applicant must visit the Passport Seva Kendra in person for document verification and biometrics. Use of the Avedan app or any Avedan partner does not replace the official application process, and Avedan does not guarantee approval, issuance or delivery timelines.