Passport Last Date, Fees, and Important Details

Key Details

Last DateNo deadline — apply anytime, year-round
Fresh Passport Fee (36 pages)Rs. 1,500 (Normal) / Rs. 3,500 (Tatkal)
Fresh Passport Fee (60 pages)Rs. 2,000 (Normal) / Rs. 4,000 (Tatkal)
Minor Passport Fee (below 18)Rs. 1,000 (Normal) / Rs. 3,000 (Tatkal)
Lost/Damaged Replacement FeeRs. 3,000 (36 pages) / Rs. 3,500 (60 pages) + Rs. 2,000 for Tatkal
Processing Time (Normal)30-45 days total (includes police verification and delivery)
Processing Time (Tatkal)1-3 working days after PSK visit
Police Verification Time7-10 days (metro cities) / up to 21 days (smaller cities)
Validity (Adult)10 years from date of issue
Validity (Minor)5 years or until age 18, whichever is earlier
Payment ModesSBI Payment Gateway — UPI, Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card

Who Can Apply

  • Any Indian citizen (including infants — no minimum age)
  • Minors — parent or guardian applies on their behalf
  • Government employees — need NOC from employer
  • NRIs — can apply at Indian missions/consulates abroad
  • Persons with pending criminal cases — may be denied (assessed case-by-case)

Important Highlights

  • Passport Seva Portal 2.0 is the only official website — apply at passportindia.gov.in
  • You MUST visit a PSK (Passport Seva Kendra) in person — fully online is not possible
  • Police verification happens after PSK visit — stay available at your address
  • Many countries require 6+ months passport validity for entry — renew early
  • You can apply for reissue up to 1 year before expiry or after expiry (no penalty)
  • Reissue gives a new passport number — it is not the same as renewal
  • If 10th pass or above, select Non-ECR — otherwise passport shows Emigration Check Required
  • e-Passport (chip-embedded) rollout has been announced — regular passports remain valid
  • Appointment slots open around 6-8 AM — book early for better availability
  • You can reschedule or cancel your appointment up to 2 times
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