Indian passport is official travel document issued by Ministry of External Affairs. Indian citizens must have valid passport or travel document to travel outside India. You can apply for passport online. Process is simple and easy. In this blog, we will discuss how to apply for passport online in India and other important details you should know.
Types of Passport Application
Before starting your passport application process, you need to know types of passports available. In India, you can apply for 2 types of passport
1. Normal Passport – Processing time is about 30 working days. This option is suitable if you do not have urgent travel plans.
2. Tatkaal Passport – Processing time is about 1- 3 working days, depending on availability of applicant. This option is suitable if you need passport urgently or have immediate travel plans.
Documents Required for Passport Application in India
Following are documents required for online passport application
- Address Proof
- Date of Birth Proof
- Documents for Non-ECR passport (if applicable)
List of Acceptable Address Proof for Passport Application
- Aadhar Card
- Water bill
- Phone bill (landline/postpaid mobile)
- Electricity bill
- Income Tax Assessment Order
- Voter ID card
- Gas connection proof
- Employer letter (on company letterhead)
- Spouse’s passport (if address matches)
- Parent’s passport (for minors)
- Rent agreement
- Bank passbook (Scheduled Public Sector Banks, Scheduled Private Sector Indian Banks and Regional Rural Banks only).
List of Acceptable Birth Proof for Passport Application
- Birth Certificate
- School Leaving Certificate (Transfer/Matriculation)
- Life Insurance Policy showing DOB
- Govt Service Record – For Employees Only*
- Election ID (EPIC)
- PAN Card
- Driving License
- Orphanage/Child Care Home Declaration (Official Letterhead)
Passport Application Fees for Indians
Here is passport application fees for Indians
| Type of Passport | Normal Passport (₹) | Tatkal Passport(₹) |
|---|---|---|
| 36-page booklet | 1500 | 3500 |
| 60-page booklet | 2000 | 4000 |
For Indians under 8 years or over 60 years you will get a 10% discount on passport fees. Fee for 60 page passport booklet is Rs 1800 instead of Rs 2,000, and fee for 36 page passport booklet is Rs 1350 instead of Rs 1500.
How to Apply For Passport Online in India
You can apply for passport online in India, but process is not completely online. You can start application and fill form online. But to complete passport application, you have to visit Passport Seva Kendra. At PSK, officials will verify your documents and take your biometrics
The basic steps to apply for passport that you have to follow
- Order passport service online.
- Fill application form online.
- Make 100% payment online.
- Upload documents for verification.
- Itzeazy submits passport application.
- Appointment is scheduled for visit to passport office.
- You visit passport office on scheduled date and time.
- Police verification of address is completed.
- Passport is delivered to your address by post
What’s Next: Passport Police Verification Process
Frequently Asked Question
Can I apply for passport online in India?
Yes, online passport application process is available but it’s not completely online process. You will still need to make physical visit to Passport Seva Kendra to complete application.
What documents do I need to apply for Passport in India?
You need address proof, date of birth proof and documents for non-ECR passport (if applicable)
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