🛂 Passport Registration, Correction & Other Services 2025
Post Date: 14 December 2025
A Passport is one of the most important official documents for Indian citizens, issued by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Government of India. It serves as a valid proof of identity, nationality, and address and is mandatory for international travel.
In 2025, Indian citizens can easily apply for a new passport, renew an existing passport, correct personal details, reissue lost or damaged passports, and track application status through the official Passport Seva Portal.
This article provides a complete and accurate guide to Passport Registration, Correction, Renewal & Other Services 2025, including fees, required documents, and step-by-step application process.
📌 What is a Passport?
A Passport is an official travel document issued to Indian citizens that certifies identity and nationality. It is required for:
- International travel
- Visa application
- Overseas employment or study
- Identity verification
- Government and private documentation
🗓️ Important Dates – Passport Services 2025
| Event | Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Passport Application Start | Already Started |
| Last Date to Apply | Not Applicable (Open All Year) |
| Appointment Booking | Available Online |
| Tatkal Services | Available |
📌 Passport services are available throughout the year.
📄 Types of Passports Issued in India
- Ordinary Passport (Blue Cover) – For general citizens
- Official Passport (White Cover) – For government officials
- Diplomatic Passport (Maroon Cover) – For diplomats
💰 Passport Application Fees 2025 (Updated)
🔹 Fresh Passport / Re-Issue (Normal)
| Category | Pages | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Adult (18+ Years) | 36 Pages | ₹1,500 |
| Adult (18+ Years) | 60 Pages | ₹2,000 |
| Minor (Below 18 Years) | 36 Pages | ₹1,000 |
🔹 Tatkal Passport Fee (Additional)
- Tatkal Charges: ₹2,000 (Extra)
✔ Payment Modes: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI
✔ Fee once paid is non-refundable
🔄 Passport Correction & Update Services 2025
You can apply for passport correction or reissue in case of:
- Name correction or change
- Date of birth correction
- Address change
- Spelling mistake
- Addition or deletion of spouse name
- Change in appearance
- Lost, stolen, or damaged passport
- Expired passport renewal
📌 Correction requests are treated as Re-Issue of Passport.
📑 Documents Required for Passport Application
🆔 Identity Proof (Any One)
- Aadhaar Card
- Voter ID
- PAN Card
- Driving Licence
🏠 Address Proof (Any One)
- Aadhaar Card
- Bank Passbook
- Electricity / Water / Gas Bill
- Rent Agreement
📆 Date of Birth Proof
- Birth Certificate
- 10th Marksheet
- Aadhaar Card
📌 Document requirements may vary based on application type.
📝 How to Apply for New Passport Online (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the official Passport Seva website
- Register using your email ID
- Login and click “Apply for Fresh Passport / Reissue Passport”
- Fill the online application form carefully
- Upload required details and submit the form
- Pay the applicable fee online
- Book an appointment at Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) / POPSK
- Visit PSK on appointment date with original documents
- Complete biometric & verification process
- Passport will be dispatched after police verification
⏳ Passport delivery usually takes 7–30 days, depending on verification.
⚡ Tatkal Passport Service 2025
- Faster processing
- Limited verification
- Additional fee applicable
- Subject to eligibility
📌 Tatkal passport is generally issued within 1–3 working days after PSK visit.
🔍 Passport Application Status Tracking
Applicants can track passport status using:
- Application Reference Number (ARN)
- Date of Birth
Status updates include:
- Application Submitted
- Police Verification Initiated
- Passport Printed
- Dispatched
🔗 SOME USEFUL IMPORTANT LINKS
- Apply for New Passport – Click Here
- Tatkal Passport – Click Here
- Passport Renewal / Re-Issue – Click Here
- Diplomatic/Official Passport – Click Here
- Global Entry Program (GEP) Verification – Click Here
- Check Appointment Availability – Click Here
- Track Application Status – Click Here
- Police Clearance certificate – Click Here
- Passport Seva at Indian Embassies and Consulates– Click Here
- Official Passport Seva Website – Click Here
❓ Passport Services 2025 – Important Questions
Q. Is Aadhaar mandatory for passport?
Aadhaar is not mandatory but recommended.
Q. Can I change my address in passport?
Yes, address change is allowed through reissue.
Q. How long is passport valid?
Adult passport is valid for 10 years.
Q. Is police verification compulsory?
Yes, in most cases police verification is required.
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⚠️ Disclaimer
Information provided on this website regarding Passport services is for immediate informational purposes only and should not be treated as a legal document. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, we are not responsible for any inadvertent errors. Applicants are advised to verify all information from the official Passport Seva Portal. For corrections or queries, contact us through the Contact Us page.