New Delhi: Planning to travel abroad? The first step is getting a passport—and you can now apply for it easily from the comfort of your home thanks to India’s digitalisation push. Here’s a complete, easy-to-follow process for applying online, whether you need a new passport or a reissue.
Step-by-Step Online Passport Application Process
1. Register on the Official Portal
Go to the Passport Seva website.
Click on the “Register” option to create a new account.
Fill in basic details: Name, Date of Birth, Email ID, and create a password.
You’ll get a confirmation email—verify your registration by clicking the link sent to your email.
2. Login and Fill Application
Login with your registered credentials.
(Tip: For security, update your password every three months.)
Go to the “Services” section and select Apply for Fresh Passport/Re-issue of Passport.
3. Select Your Regional Passport Office
Choose the Regional Passport Office (RPO) based on your current address.
The portal will display nearby Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or Post Office Passport Seva Kendra (POPSK) options.
4. Fill the Application Form
Complete each section:
5. Pay the Application Fee
Make the payment online for the selected passport service (Normal or Tatkal).
Appointment booking at the PSK/POPSK is only possible after successful payment.
6. Book Your Appointment
Choose a convenient date and time at your nearest PSK/POPSK.
Note: You can reschedule a Normal appointment up to three times and a Tatkal appointment once.
7. Visit the PSK/POPSK
Take a printout of your application and appointment confirmation.
Carry all required original documents (ID proof, address proof, photographs, and old passport if reissuing).
Important Points to Remember
Choose the correct RPO as per your current address for smooth processing.
Check eligibility for the Tatkal scheme if you need your passport urgently.
Keep all documents ready and double-check details before submitting the form.
You will be informed via SMS/email about your application status and police verification.
Applying for a passport online is simple, safe, and saves time. With the online system, confusion is reduced, and appointments are processed in a structured, timely manner.
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