The Ministry of External Affairs has revised passport service charges effective July 1, 2026, increasing fees for fresh passports, renewals, Tatkaal applications, replacements, PCCs and overseas services. A 10 per cent discount for young children and senior citizens will continue
Indian passports can be renewed one year ahead of the due expiry or until three years after expiry, failing which a new application will have to be made. In case of urgency, you can choose the 'Tatkal' passport renewal option to receive a renewed passport quicker than the stipulated duration
