Steps for Renewing Indian Passport in 2024

Visit Website

To renew your passport go to the Passport Seva website. Either login to your account or register as a new user.

Submitting Renewal Form

Next, go to the Apply for Fresh Passport/Re-issue of Passport option and choose Click here to fill the application form. Proceed to fill out the form. including applicant, family, and address information. In addition to asking you questions about basic personal information, you will be asked to enter emergency contacts and previous passport details. After agreeing to the self-declaration you can submit the form.

Pay Fees

After the form is submitted you are required to pay for the fees of the passport renewal process.

Schedule Appointment

Next, you will need to the Passport Seva website and log in. Go to the View Saved and Submitted Application option and click on Pay and Schedule Appointment. After picking a method of payment select a Passport Seva Kendra (PSK). Enter the CAPTCHA code to confirm your PSK. Select a slot that fits with your schedule and click on Pay and Book the Appointment.

Required Documents

Renewal of the passport requires you to upload some required documents. These documents include your original passport, self-attested copies of relevant pages, application receipt, and proof of address. Other documents may be required depending on your category. After submitting these documents online you are all set to attend your appointment and the renewal process will be completed.

Track passport renewal status

Go to the Passport Seva portal and log in. Select Track application status and enter the required information. Details such as file number, application type, and date of birth will be asked. Select Track Status to see an update on where your application currently sits.

Estimated Duration of Process

The processing time varies depending on the scheme you selected. A normal scheme takes 30 to 60 days to process, while a tatkal scheme completes the renewal in 3 to 7 days. Following these steps guarantees a successful and stress-free online passport renewal experience.

Cost of Passport Renewal

Fresh Passport/Re-issue of Passport with additional booklet due to visa page exhaustion (36 pages) for ten years validity costs ₹ 1,500. Fresh Passport/Re-issue of Passport for Minors (36 pages) costs Rs1,000. Fresh Passport/Re-issue of Passport with additional booklet (60 pages) for ten years validity costs ₹ 2,000. The fee is subject to change based on age, booklet pages, and depends on whether the scheme is normal or tatkal. The tatkal scheme costs ₹ 2000 extra.