How to Apply for a Passport
A fresh passport is applied for online on the Passport Seva portal passportindia.gov.in — register/log in, fill the form, pay the fee online and book an appointment, then visit a PSK/POPSK for documents and biometrics. Per the Citizen's Charter, a fresh passport can take up to 30 working days (police verification period excluded).
What you'll learn in this guide
- Registering on the portal and filling the form
- Paying the fee and booking an appointment
- Documents and biometrics at the PSK/POPSK
In this guide
1Register on the portal and fill the form
First create an account on the Passport Seva portal.
- Open the Passport Seva portal passportindia.gov.in, register and log in.
- Choose Apply for Fresh Passport / Re-issue of Passport and fill the form.
2Pay the fee and book an appointment
The fee is paid online, then an appointment is booked.
- Check your exact fee on the portal's Fee Calculator.
- Pay the fee online and book an appointment at your nearest PSK or POPSK.
3Documents and biometrics at the PSK/POPSK
Carry original documents on the appointment day.
- On the appointment day, carry original documents and their self-attested photocopies to the PSK/POPSK.
- Your photograph and biometrics will be taken there and documents verified.
💡 Pro Tip
Before paying, check the exact documents for your case via Document Advisory on the portal — that is the link given in the Citizen's Charter, and incomplete documents can lead to non-acceptance at the appointment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the fee for a fresh passport?
Per G.S.R. 516(E) (effective 1 July 2026) — adult, 36 pages: Normal Rs 2,500, Tatkal Rs 5,000 (inclusive of normal fee); 60 pages: Normal Rs 3,500, Tatkal Rs 6,000.
What is the fee for a minor's passport?
Minor (below 18), 36 pages: Normal Rs 1,750, Tatkal Rs 4,250 — per Gazette Schedule IV.
Is there any discount on the fee?
Yes, a 10% discount on fresh applications (not re-issue) for minors up to 8 years and senior citizens above 60 years.
How long does a passport take?
Per the Citizen's Charter, fresh issue: up to 30 working days (police verification period excluded); Tatkal: up to 3 working days, if eligible for Tatkal.
What is the validity of a passport?
Up to 10 years for adults (including 15–18 in this category); for minors, 5 years or until age 18, whichever is earlier.