{"id":2381,"date":"2026-04-24T20:09:09","date_gmt":"2026-04-24T14:39:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/?p=2381"},"modified":"2026-04-26T10:25:56","modified_gmt":"2026-04-26T04:55:56","slug":"reschedule-tatkal-passport-appointment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/2026\/04\/24\/reschedule-tatkal-passport-appointment\/","title":{"rendered":"Reschedule Tatkal Passport Appointment"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Have you applied for Tatkal passport but cannot attend your appointment at the Passport Seva Kendra on scheduled date? Don&#8217;t worry, you can reschedule your Tatkal passport appointment online. In this blog, we will discuss about how to reschedule your Tatkal appointment date, how many times you can change it, and what happens if you miss your slot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_53 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-6a02126273558\" ><span class=\"\"><span style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input aria-label=\"Toggle\" aria-label=\"item-6a02126273558\"  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-6a02126273558\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/2026\/04\/24\/reschedule-tatkal-passport-appointment\/#Can_we_reschedule_tatkal_passport_appointment\" title=\"Can we reschedule tatkal passport appointment\">Can we reschedule tatkal passport appointment<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/2026\/04\/24\/reschedule-tatkal-passport-appointment\/#Steps_to_reschedule_tatkal_passport_appointment\" title=\"Steps to reschedule tatkal passport appointment\">Steps to reschedule tatkal passport appointment<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/2026\/04\/24\/reschedule-tatkal-passport-appointment\/#How_to_Reschedule_Tatkal_Passport_Appointment\" title=\"How to Reschedule Tatkal Passport Appointment\">How to Reschedule Tatkal Passport Appointment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/2026\/04\/24\/reschedule-tatkal-passport-appointment\/#What_happens_if_you_miss_tatkal_passport_appointment\" title=\"What happens if you miss tatkal passport appointment\">What happens if you miss tatkal passport appointment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/2026\/04\/24\/reschedule-tatkal-passport-appointment\/#FAQs\" title=\"FAQs\">FAQs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/2026\/04\/24\/reschedule-tatkal-passport-appointment\/#Why_to_choose_Itzeazy\" title=\"Why to choose Itzeazy?\">Why to choose Itzeazy?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_we_reschedule_tatkal_passport_appointment\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 24px;\">Can we reschedule tatkal passport appointment<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, you can reschedule your Tatkal passport appointment in India. Following is the rule for it :  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>You are allowed to reschedule Tatkal passport appointment only once<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you want to reschedule, you must do it at least 15 hours before your appointment time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You cannot change PSK location, you can only reschedule the date and time at the same center<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Steps_to_reschedule_tatkal_passport_appointment\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 24px;\">Steps to reschedule tatkal passport appointment<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is the step wise guide for rescheduling of passport appointment :<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Tatkal-passport-appointent.webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Tatkal-passport-appointent.webp\" alt=\"reschedule tatkal passport appointment\" class=\"wp-image-3043\" style=\"width:319px;height:798px\" width=\"319\" height=\"798\" title=\"how can we reschedule tatkal passport?\" srcset=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Tatkal-passport-appointent.webp 400w, https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Tatkal-passport-appointent-120x300.webp 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 319px) 100vw, 319px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Now, if you applied for the tatkal passport online, it will be easier to change the appointment.&nbsp; You must follow the steps outlined below for scheduling appointment for passport.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Reschedule_Tatkal_Passport_Appointment\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 24px;\">How to Reschedule Tatkal Passport Appointment<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can reschedule tatkal passport appointment by following these steps :<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 1: Visit the passport seva portal<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Go to the official <a href=\"https:\/\/portal2.passportindia.gov.in\/AppOnlineProject\/welcomeLink\">passport seva website<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on \u201cExisting User Login\u201d.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Log in using your registered User ID and Password<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 2: Find your specific ARN in the Saved\/Submitted applications list<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Click on \u201cView Saved\/Submitted Applications.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on \u201cSchedule Appointment.\u201d\n<ul>\n<li>If your appointment is already booked, this option may appear as \u201cReschedule Appointment.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The system will show a message displaying how many reschedules you have left.\n<ul>\n<li>Check that you still have one reschedule attempt available.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on \u201cReschedule Appointment.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 3: Choose new slot<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Select your preferred PSK or POPSK from the list.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure that the Appointment Quota is set to \u201cTatkaal.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Calendar will appear showing available Tatkal dates (green dates indicate availability)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose the date and time slot that suits you best.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Step 4: Confirm and print the new appointment<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Click \u201cBook Appointment\u201d to confirm the new slot. Your previous appointment will be automatically cancelled.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Appointment Confirmation page will display your new appointment details.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click \u201cPrint Application Receipt\u201d to download or print your new confirmation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Carry this new printed receipt along with your original documents when you visit the Passport Seva Kendra on the rescheduled date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_you_miss_tatkal_passport_appointment\"><\/span>What happens if you miss tatkal passport appointment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>If you don\u2019t reach the PSK on your scheduled date and time, your appointment is marked as a No Show in the system. When that happens, Reschedule button usually won\u2019t appear instantly. If you missed your slot today, you need to wait until the next morning for system to update status before you can book new time slot.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In many cases, your application is no longer considered active, and you may have to start the process again.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You get only one chance to reschedule your appointment. If you miss your first slot, you can still use this option to book a new date.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Both the passport fee and Tatkal charges are non-refundable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you also miss the rescheduled appointment, you will need to fill  new application form, pay the full fees again, and book a new appointment from scratch.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you cannot attend, reschedule at least 15 hours before your appointment<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"128\" height=\"128\" src=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Also-Read-128-x-128-px.png\" alt=\"also read\" class=\"wp-image-2599\" srcset=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Also-Read-128-x-128-px.png 128w, https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Also-Read-128-x-128-px-88x88.png 88w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 128px) 100vw, 128px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/2021\/01\/25\/passport-name-change\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Passport Name Change<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/2021\/04\/20\/tatkal-passport-application-to-a-normal-passport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Can We Convert Tatkal Passport&nbsp;to a Normal Passport?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/2022\/02\/10\/how-to-change-address-in-passport-application-form-after-submission\/\" target=\"_blank\">How to change address in passport application form after submission<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 24px;\">FAQs<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h4>How long will it take to get a Tatkaal Passport?<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>After successful submission of application form, you can get your passport in 3 days under tatkaal scheme.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h4> Is there any fee to reschedule a Tatkal passport appointment?<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>No, there is no fees for rescheduling Tatkal passport appointment, provided you are within the allowed limit.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h4>If I am 15 minutes late, will they still let me in for a Tatkal appointment?<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>If you miss your reporting time, they will mark you as No-Show.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h4>How many times can I change passport appointment?<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>You can only&nbsp;change tatkal passport appointment only once. Every tatkal passport application have unique Application Reference Number (ARN) when you pay the fee. If you miss your rescheduled appointment or try to change it again, you cannot use the same ARN. You will need to apply again, get new ARN and pay the Tatkal fee again.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n\t{\n\t\t\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n\t\t\"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n\t\t\"mainEntity\": [\n\t\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"How long will it take to get a Tatkaal Passport?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"<p>After successful submission of application form, you can get your passport in 3 days under tatkaal scheme.<\/p>\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \" Is there any fee to reschedule a Tatkal passport appointment?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"<p>No, there is no fees for rescheduling Tatkal passport appointment, provided you are within the allowed limit.<\/p>\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"If I am 15 minutes late, will they still let me in for a Tatkal appointment?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"<p>If you miss your reporting time, they will mark you as No-Show.<\/p>\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"How many times can I change passport appointment?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"<p>You can only&nbsp;change tatkal passport appointment only once. Every tatkal passport application have unique Application Reference Number (ARN) when you pay the fee. If you miss your rescheduled appointment or try to change it again, you cannot use the same ARN. 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For any query or concern please speak to one of our relationship manager over phone or chat. You can also write to us. We will get back to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/contact-us\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"271\" height=\"90\" src=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/order-now-turkey-visa-itzeazy.webp\" alt=\"kasturi nagar RTO order itzeazy\" class=\"wp-image-11094\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you applied for Tatkal passport but cannot attend your appointment at the Passport Seva Kendra on scheduled date? Don&#8217;t worry, you can reschedule your Tatkal passport appointment online. 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