Tatkaal Passport – Fees, Eligibility & Documents

• Easy documentation: As compared to normal passport, the documentation required for Tatkaal passport is simplified.

• Convenient application: The option to apply for Tatkaal passport is available at all the PSKs across the country.

Why Should You Apply for a Tatkaal Passport?

Below listed are some of the reasons you can apply for a Tatkaal passport:

• Urgent Travel: If you need to travel abroad quickly for work, medical emergencies, or personal reasons.

• Loss of Passport: If you have lost or damaged your existing passport and need a replacement urgently. 

Step-by-Step Guide to Applying for a Tatkaal Passport

Applying for a Tatkaal Passport follows a process similar to applying for a fresh passport or renewing an existing one. The application is submitted online, fees are paid, and an appointment is scheduled for a personal interview.

Option 1: Downloading the e-Form, Filling it Offline, and Uploading Later

•  Register on the Portal: Register on the 'Passport Seva' Portal using your email ID.
• Login : Once registered, log in to the Passport Portal. 
• Download e-Form: On the homepage, click 'Download e-Form' and choose 'Fresh Passport'.
• Select Mode: Choose the mode as 'Tatkaal'.
• Fill e-Form: Fill the downloaded e-Form with accurate details.
• Validate & Save: Click 'Validate & Save'. An XML file will be generated.
• Upload e-Form: Go to the 'Upload e-Form' option and upload the XML file. 
• Schedule Appointment: Click 'Pay and Schedule Appointment' to make an appointment at a Passport Seva Kendra (PSK).
• Payment: Select your PSK location, book your appointment, and proceed to the payment page. Pay through Credit/Debit Card (Visa & MasterCard), Internet Banking (State Bank of India and Associate Banks Only), or SBI Bank Challan.
• Fee Calculator: Use the Online Fee Calculator on the portal to determine the fee.
• Print Receipt: Print the application receipt containing the Application Reference Number (ARN) or Appointment Number.
• Visit PSK: Attend your appointment at the PSK with the printed application form and original documents (identity proof with photograph, proof of date of birth, proof of residence, and proof of nationality).

Option 2: Filling the Form Online and Submitting Online 

• Login: Login to the Passport Portal and click 'Apply for Fresh Passport'.
• Select Mode: Choose the Tatkaal mode.
• Fill Online Form: Fill out the application form online with accurate information.
• Schedule Appointment: Click 'Pay and Schedule Appointment' to make an appointment at a Passport Seva Kendra (PSK).
• Payment: Select your PSK location, book your appointment, and proceed to the payment page. Pay through Credit/Debit Card (Visa & MasterCard), Internet Banking (State Bank of India and Associate Banks Only), or SBI Bank Challan.
• Fee Calculator: Use the Online Fee Calculator on the portal to determine the fee.
• Print Receipt: Print the application receipt containing the Application Reference Number (ARN) or Appointment Number.
• Visit PSK: Attend your appointment at the PSK with the printed application form and original documents (identity proof with photograph, proof of date of birth, proof of residence, and proof of nationality).

By following these steps, you can efficiently apply for a Tatkaal Passport and ensure a smooth and quick processing experience.

How to Pay Tatkaal Passport Fees ?

Given below is the fee structure and payment process for Tatkaal passports: 

Accepted Payment Methods for Tatkaal Passport Fees

There are three ways through which one can make online payment for the passport.

• Debit card/Credit card
• Internet banking
• SBI bank challan

Eligibility Criteria for Tatkaal Passport Scheme

Under this approach, the jurisdictional passport office has the final say about passport issuing. This would depend on how urgently the petitioner needs it and any other strong arguments.

Applicants who fall into the following categories are not eligible to apply for or reapply for a passport under the Tatkaal program.

• Citizens born to Indian parents outside India (Indian descent)
• Indian citizens who've been granted citizenship status on the basis of naturalization/registration
• Applicants who've been deported to India from other countries
• Applicants who've been repatriated from a different country at the government's cost
• Name change - major
• Residents of Jammu & Kashmir and Nagaland
• Naga-origin citizens residing outside Nagaland
• Children adopted by Indian and foreign parents
• Minor children with single-parent
• Minors residing in Nagaland
• Short passport validity renewal applicants
• Reapplication due to lost or stolen passport
• Application due to the passport being damaged beyond recognition
• Change in sex or appearance
• Change in personal credentials such as signature

Documents Required for Tatkaal Passport

Listed below are the documents required in order to apply for Tatkaal Passport

Tatkaal Passport Processing Time

An application for tatkaal will be verified and processed more quickly than an ordinary application. Under this scheme, passports are typically issued within one week of the applicant submitting all required documents at the Passport Seva Kendra.

This approach ensures you have an early appointment and expedited processing through a separate queue. Regarding police verification, the candidate's perspective will also be taken into account.

The passport will be sent out within one working day of receipt if the request does not require police verification. If a police check is necessary, it will be carried out following the issuance of the passport.