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Introduction: Your Passport Is Just a Few Clicks Away
Applying for a passport can feel complex—but in 2025, the Indian government has streamlined the online process, making it fast, secure, and user-friendly. With the introduction of e-passports and stricter documentation rules, understanding each step ensures you breeze through your application. Whether you’re a first-time applicant or renewing an expired passport, this guide walks you through the full online process.
Register on the Passport Seva Portal
Start by visiting Passport Seva Online Portal or downloading the mPassport Seva app.
- Click “Register Now”.
- Provide basic details—name, date of birth, email, mobile
- Confirm via email and OTP to activate your account.
Fill Out the Online Application
- Log in to your account.
- Choose your service: Fresh (first-time), Re-issue, or Tatkaal.
- Select passport type: 36-page or 60-page book.
- Fill in all personal and family details accurately.
- For minors, additional fields like parent info will appear
Upload Documents & Make Payment
The 2025 update mandates birth certificate for applicants born after October 1, 2023
- Proof of Date of Birth: Birth certificate, school certificate, etc.
- Proof of Address: Aadhaar, voter ID, driving license.
- ID proof and old passport (if any)
Make payment (₹1,500 for 36 pages; add ₹2,000 for Tatkaal). Payment options include credit/debit card, net banking, or UPI .
Schedule Your Appointment
Once payment is made:
- Schedule an appointment at a Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or Post Office PSK (POPSK)
- You can reschedule or cancel up to twice within a year.
- Emergencies like medical cases may allow walk-ins per PSK discretion
Visit the PSK/POPSK for Verification
On appointment day:
- Carry original documents and self-attested copies (address, DOB proof, identity, old passport)
- Undergo document verification and submission.
- Biometric data (photo + fingerprints) and photo capture are done on-site.
Police Verification & Passport Dispatch
- Local police will verify your address (minor exceptions apply)
- After verification, the passport is printed—standard passports take up to 30 days; Tatkaal within 1‑3 days.
- Track your application on the portal with ARN; delivery is via speed post using barcode and tracking services
2025 Passport Updates You Should Know
- Birth certificate is now mandatory DOB proof for those born after October 2023
- Residential address removal from passports improves privacy, replaced by secure QR barcodes
- e‑Passports with embedded biometric chips are being rolled out in major cities and will expand nationwide by mid‑2025
Tips for a Smooth Passport Application
- Register early, especially for Tatkaal services.
- Keep original and photocopies ready at the PSK.
- Book appointments quickly when slots open early mornings.
- Use the Passport Seva App for live updates and document guidelines.
- Check status regularly and follow up promptly on any police verification delay.
