Indian Passport Application Form 2025

Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India

Indian Passport Online Application Services 2025

Fees (Normal Application)

  • Fresh / Reissue (36 pages): ₹1,500
  • 60 pages: ₹2,000
  • Minor (36 pages): ₹1,000
  • Processing Time: 7-21 working days

Fees (Tatkaal Application)

  • 36 pages: ₹3,500
  • 60 pages: ₹4,000
  • Minor: ₹3,000
  • Processing Time: 1-3 working days

Passport Age Categories

  • Minor: Below 18 Years
  • Adult: 18 years and above

Indian Passport Application Details

Category Details
Types of Passports Ordinary Passport (Blue), Diplomatic (Maroon), Official (White)
Eligibility Indian citizen, Valid address proof, Not barred by law or court
Application Modes Online (preferred), Passport Seva Kendra (PSK)
Documents Required Proof of Identity, Proof of Address, Date of Birth Proof, Passport-size photos
Police Verification Required for normal application (post-appointment)
Tatkaal Scheme Available for urgent processing with higher fee
Payment Modes Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, SBI Challan (offline)
Passport Validity Adult: 10 years | Minor: 5 years or till age 18 (whichever is earlier)
Tracking Application Available online via Passport Seva Portal or SMS
Helpline 1800-258-1800 (Toll-free) Available 8 AM - 10 PM all days

How to Apply (Steps)

  • Register on Passport Seva Portal.
  • Fill the online application form.
  • Pay the fee.
  • Schedule an appointment at PSK.
  • Visit PSK with documents.
  • Complete biometric & verification.

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