Passport Application Steps
- Visit Passport Seva Home | Indian Passport | Passport | Passport Seva Project (passportindia.gov.in)
2. Go to New User Registration
3. fill the details corresponding to your region and Click Register
4. Fill out the online application form. The application form can be found on the Passport Seva Online Portal. You will need to provide your personal information, including your name, date of birth, address, and passport details. You will also need to upload a recent passport-sized photograph and a scanned copy of your identity proof and residence proof.
5. Schedule an appointment at a PSK. Once you have paid the application fee, (Normal Passport fee is 1500 and Tatkal is 3000) you can schedule an appointment at a PSK. You can do this by visiting the Passport Seva Online Portal and clicking on the “Schedule Appointment” link.
6. Visit the PSK on your scheduled appointment date and time. Bring all of the required documents with you, including your filled out application form, passport-sized photograph, identity proof, residence proof, and payment receipt.
7. Submit your application at the PSK. The staff at the PSK will review your application and take your biometrics (photograph and fingerprints). They will also give you a receipt for your application.
8. Police verification. Police verification will be done by Police station of your region. Once it completes, they will send that to Passport office.
8. Wait for your passport to be processed. The processing time for an Indian passport is usually 2-3 weeks. You will be notified by email when your passport is ready for collection.
9. Once all process will complete you will get passport by post to your address.
Here are some additional things to keep in mind when applying for an Indian passport:
- You must be a citizen of India in order to apply for a passport.
- You must be at least 15 years old to apply for a passport on your own. If you are under 15 years old, your parent or guardian must apply for your passport on your behalf.
- Your passport will be valid for 5 years.
- You can renew your passport before it expires.
- You can apply for a Tatkal passport if you need your passport urgently. The Tatkal application fee is ₹3000.