India New Passport Apply 2026 - Complete Step-by-Step Guide in Hindi

Emergency: Agar passport urgent chahiye to?

Tatkal passport ke liye contact karein ya helpline par call karein:

Helpline: 1800-258-1800

Tatkal: 24-72 hours

Support: passportindia.gov.in

New Passport Kya Hai Aur Kyon Jaroori Hai?

Passport Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India ka ek official travel document hai jo international travel ke liye use hota hai. Passport aapki identity aur nationality ka proof hai aur yeh document 10 years ke liye valid hota hai (adults ke liye).

Passport sirf foreign travel ke liye hi nahi, balki identity proof, address proof, bank account opening, visa application, aur education abroad ke liye bhi important hai. 2026 tak India mein approximately 8 crore active passport holders hain aur har saal 1.5 crore naye passports issue hote hain.

Indian Passport - International travel document 2026

Passport application process 2015 se digital ho gaya hai. Ab aap online apply kar sakte hain, PSK appointment book kar sakte hain, aur application status track kar sakte hain. Process transparent aur efficient ho gaya hai.

Video dekhein: New passport kaise apply kare

Passport Types Aur Structure - Complete Information

India mein 3 types ke passports hote hain. Har passport ka unique number hota hai. Aao samjhe passport types aur structure ko:

Indian Passport Example Structure

Z1234567

Passport Number

Unique alphanumeric code. First letter 'Z' se shuru hota hai new passports mein.

Holder's Name

Passport holder ka full name (as per official documents). Surname first format.

Photograph & Signature

Recent passport size photo. Digital signature bhi included hota hai.

Personal Details

Date of birth, place of birth, gender, address, emergency contact details.

Passport Types in India

Ordinary Passport (Blue): Normal citizens ke liye, 36 ya 60 pages
Official Passport (White): Government officials ke liye
Diplomatic Passport (Maroon): Diplomats aur senior officials ke liye
Jumbo Passport: 60 pages, frequent travelers ke liye
Tatkal Passport: Urgent requirement ke liye, 1-7 days mein
Minor Passport: 5 years validity, children under 18 ke liye

Video: Passport types kaise choose kare

Normal vs Tatkal Passport - Complete Comparison

Normal aur Tatkal passport dono options hain, lekin inke processes aur requirements different hain. Niche comparison table se samjhe:

Feature	Normal Passport	Tatkal Passport
Processing Time	30-45 days	1-7 working days
Fees (36 pages)	₹1500	₹3500 (₹1500 + ₹2000 extra)
Fees (60 pages)	₹2000	₹4000 (₹2000 + ₹2000 extra)
Police Verification	Before passport issue	After passport issue
Documents Required	Normal documents	+ Urgent travel proof needed
Appointment Availability	Normal slots	Tatkal slots (separate)
Best For	Planning in advance	Emergency travel needs
Verification Time	10-15 days	Post-police verification
Refund Policy	Applicable if not processed	Limited refund

Passport Fees Structure 2026

Service Type	36 Pages	60 Pages	Validity
Fresh Passport (Adult)	₹1500	₹2000	10 years
Fresh Passport (Minor)	₹1000	₹1500	5 years
Passport Re-issue	₹1500	₹2000	10 years
Tatkal Surcharge	₹2000	₹2000	Same
Police Clearance	₹500	₹500	N/A

Video: Normal vs Tatkal kaise choose kare

New Passport Ke Liye Required Documents 2026

New passport apply karne ke liye aapko important documents submit karne hote hain. In documents ki complete list:

Identity Proof

Aadhaar card, PAN card, Voter ID, Driving licence, School ID card (for students).

Address Proof

Aadhaar card, Electricity bill, Bank statement, Rent agreement, Property documents.

Date of Birth Proof

Birth certificate, Class 10th marksheet, PAN card, Aadhaar card, School leaving certificate.

Annexure Forms Requirements

Annexure A: For minors (birth certificate proof)
Annexure B: For government/PSU employees
Annexure C: For married women (name change)
Annexure D: For divorced women
Annexure E: For change of name
Annexure F: For illiterate applicants
Annexure G: For applicants not having birth certificate
Annexure H: For applicants not having address proof

Important Document Tips

1. Sabhi documents ki self-attested photocopies ready rakhe
2. Original documents PSK verification ke liye le jaye
3. Photos recent hone chahiye (last 3 months)
4. Annexure forms properly filled aur signed hone chahiye
5. Name spellings sabhi documents mein same hone chahiye
6. Digital documents ki quality acchi honi chahiye

Video: Documents kaise prepare kare

Downloadable Resources - Passport Application

Annexure Forms Kit

All annexure forms A to H in PDF format

Download PDF

Documents Checklist

Complete checklist for normal & tatkal passport

Download Checklist

Affidavit Samples

Name change, address proof affidavits

Download Samples

Video Tutorials

Step-by-step application video guides

Watch Videos

Passport Application Status Check

Aap apni application ka real-time status yahan check kar sakte hain:

About the Author

India Guide Team - Experts in Indian Passport & Visa Procedures

This comprehensive guide is meticulously researched and written by the India Guide Team, who specialize in Indian passport procedures, visa regulations, and international travel documentation. Our team consists of professionals with expertise in:

Passport Rules 2026 Tatkal Procedures Visa Regulations PSK Processes International Travel Documentation

We dedicate ourselves to providing accurate, up-to-date, and easy-to-understand information about essential Indian documents and citizen services. Our content is regularly reviewed and updated to reflect the latest government policies and regulations (Last Updated: January 2026).

Accuracy & Trust

All information in this guide is verified against official government sources including Ministry of External Affairs (mea.gov.in), Passport Seva (passportindia.gov.in), and official PSK websites. We follow strict editorial guidelines to ensure information accuracy and reliability.

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New Passport Online Apply Kaise Kare? Step-by-Step Guide

New passport apply karne ka online process bahut easy hai. Main aapko step-by-step batata hoon:

Passport Seva Portal Par Register

Passport Seva portal (passportindia.gov.in) open kare. New user register kare. Email aur mobile verify kare.

Registration video

Application Form Fill Kare

'Apply for Fresh Passport' select kare. Form fill kare. Personal details, family details, address details bhare.

Form filling video

Documents Upload Kare

Required documents scan karke upload kare. Photo, signature, identity proof, address proof upload kare.

Documents upload video

PSK Appointment Book Kare

Payment ke baad PSK appointment slot select kare. Date, time, PSK location choose kare.

Appointment booking video

PSK Visit & Passport Receive

Appointment day PSK jaye, document verification kare. 10-15 days mein passport mil jayega.

PSK visit video

PSK Appointment Day Preparation

Original Documents: Sabhi original documents le jaye
Appointment Printout: Appointment confirmation printout le jaye
Application Printout: Filled application form printout
Photos: 2 extra passport size photos
Timing: Appointment se 15 minutes pehle pahuche
Dress Code: Formal dress better hai, clear photo ke liye
Payment Receipt: Online payment receipt printout
Supporting Documents: Additional documents jo required ho

Post-Application Process

After Application Submission

Application Tracking: Passport Seva portal par application status check kare
Police Verification: Police verification ke liye police station mein jana padega
SMS Updates: Registered mobile number par SMS updates aayenge
Passport Dispatch: Approval ke baad passport dispatch ho jayega
Delivery: Passport speed post se aapke address par aa jayega
Collection: Kuch cases mein PSK se collect karna padta hai
Verification Complete: Police verification complete hone ka wait kare

Complete process video tutorial

Disclaimer: This website is not affiliated with Ministry of External Affairs or Passport Seva. This content is for informational purposes only. Always verify information from official Passport Seva website (passportindia.gov.in) before taking any action.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

New passport apply karne se related common questions aur unke detailed answers:

New passport ke liye minimum documents kya chahiye?

New passport ke liye basic documents: 1) Aadhaar card, 2) PAN card, 3) Voter ID ya driving licence, 4) Birth certificate, 5) Address proof (electricity bill, bank statement), 6) 2 recent passport size photos, 7) School leaving certificate (10th marksheet). Online apply karte time in documents ki scanned copies upload karni hoti hain.

Normal aur Tatkal passport mein kya antar hai?

Normal passport: Processing time 30-45 days, fees ₹1500 (36 pages) ya ₹2000 (60 pages). Tatkal passport: Processing time 1-7 days, fees normal se ₹2000 extra. Tatkal ke liye urgent travel proof chahiye (air ticket, visa, etc.). Police verification Tatkal mein baad mein hoti hai, normal mein pehle.

Passport appointment kaise book kare?

Passport appointment book karne ke liye: 1) Passport Seva portal par login kare, 2) 'Apply for Fresh Passport' select kare, 3) Form fill kare, 4) Documents upload kare, 5) Payment kare, 6) PSK appointment slot select kare. Appointment cancel/reschedule bhi kar sakte hain. Walk-in appointment limited cities mein available hai.

Police verification mein kya hota hai?

Police verification mein police officer aapke address par aata hai ya aapko police station bulata hai. Verification ke liye: 1) Identity verification, 2) Address verification, 3) Criminal record check, 4) Character verification. Verification 10-15 days mein complete ho jata hai. Agar verification pass nahi hota toh passport issue nahi hota.

Passport photos ke liye kya requirements hain?

Passport photos ke liye requirements: 1) Size: 35mm x 45mm, 2) White background, 3) Recent (last 3 months), 4) Clear face visible, 5) No spectacles (if possible), 6) No headgear (except religious), 7) Front view, 8) Neutral expression. Digital photo upload karne ke liye size: 10KB to 1MB, format: JPEG.

Agar passport application reject ho jaye?

Agar passport application reject ho jaye toh rejection reason check kare. Common reasons: 1) Documents incomplete, 2) Information mismatch, 3) Police verification failed, 4) False information, 5) Pending court cases. Rejection reason resolve karke dobara apply kare. Naya application submit karna padega, fees dobara pay karni padegi.

Minor ka passport kaise banwaye?

Minor (under 18) ka passport banwane ke liye: 1) Both parents ke documents chahiye, 2) Birth certificate compulsory, 3) School ID ya bonafide certificate, 4) Parents' passport copies, 5) Annexure A required, 6) Both parents ka PSK mein presence jaroori hai. Minor passport ki validity 5 years hoti hai ya 18 years ki age tak, jo pehle ho.

Passport delivery kitne din mein hoti hai?

Passport delivery normal case mein 10-15 days mein ho jati hai. Process: 1) PSK verification (1 day), 2) Police verification (7-10 days), 3) Printing and dispatch (2-3 days), 4) Speed post delivery (2-3 days). Total 15-20 days lagte hain. Tatkal passport 1-7 days mein deliver ho jata hai. Track kar sakte hain speed post tracking number se.

India New Passport Application Process 2026 – Complete Step by Step Guide