Tatkal Passport
A passport is an essential document that is issued by the government of a country and helps us travel to any other country without facing any obstacles. This official document ensures an individual's smooth immigration while entering a foreign country. Moreover, a passport doubles up as an authentic, official identity and address proof that helps its holder to avail various government and private services. The Consular at the Passport and Visa Division of the Ministry of External Affairs is entrusted with the responsibilities of administering passport services and issuing the same to the citizens of India. This article talks about Tatkal Passports and its related information.Types of Passport Application
There are two types of passport application that one may file. However, the type of application would depend on the requirement and the urgency for a passport of the applicant. The following are the types of passport application.- Normal Passport Application
- Tatkal Passport Application
Eligibility
The jurisdictional passport office decides the final verdict on the issuance of a passport under the tatkal scheme. The urgency of the passport, along with other compelling factors concerning the applicant, would be reviewed before the final verdict. It should be noted that individuals falling under any of the following categories cannot apply or reapply for a passport under this particular scheme.- Indian citizens who have been granted citizenship status on the basis of their naturalization or registration.
- Citizens born to Indian parents (Indian descent) outside India.
- Applicants who have been repatriated from another country at the Government's cost.
- Applicants who have been deported to India from any other country.
- Individuals who have undergone a significant Name Change.
- Citizens originating from Nagaland but reside outside Nagaland.
- Residents of Jammu and Kashmir
- Residents of Nagaland
- Minor children who have single parents.
- Children adopted by Indian and Foreign parents.
- Minors residing within Nagaland
- Short passport validity renewal
- Passports damaged beyond the point of recognition.
- Lost or stolen passports
- Significant changes in gender or appearance.
- Changes in personal credentials such as one's signature.
Documents Required
The following documents are required in order to apply for a Tatkal Passport.- Verification Certificate as prescribed in Annexure F.
- Election card
- Service Photo Identity Card
- Certificate of Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes/ Other Backward Castes.
- Identity Cards of Freedom Fighters.
- Arms License
- Ration card
- Property Documents
- Pension Documents
- Railway Photo Identity Card
- PAN Card issued by the Income Tax Department
- Bank Passbook
- Student's Identity Card from a recognized Institution.
- Driver's License
- Birth Certificate
- Gas Connection Bill
Tatkal Passport Fee Structure
The following is the fee structure for various passport services under the tatkal scheme. NOTE: An amount of INR 500 would be applicable to obtain a Police Clearance Certificate.Application for Fresh Passport
The following is the fee structure to obtain a brand new passport. A fresh passport will be valid for 10 years unless mentioned otherwise. NOTE: For the application of a fresh passport, a rebate of 10% on the basic passport fee will be applicable for minor applicants (individuals of 8 years and below) and senior citizens (individuals of 60 years and above). For individuals below the age of 15.Pages | Fee |
For a passport comprising of 36 pages | INR 3,000 |
For a passport comprising of 60 pages | Not Available (Only passports with 36 pages will be approved) |
Pages | Fee |
For a passport comprising of 36 pages | INR 3,000 |
For a passport comprising of 60 pages | Not Available (Only passports with 36 pages will be approved) |
Pages | Fee |
For a passport comprising of 36 pages | INR 3,500 |
For a passport comprising of 60 pages | INR 4,000 |
Renewal of Passport post Expiry
Pages | Fee |
For a passport comprising of 36 pages | INR 3,000 |
For a passport comprising of 60 pages | Not Available (Only passports with 36 pages will be approved) |
Pages | Fee |
For a passport comprising of 36 pages | INR 3,000 |
For a passport comprising of 60 pages | Not Available (Only passports with 36 pages will be approved) |
Pages | Fee |
For a passport comprising of 36 pages | INR 3,500 |
For a passport comprising of 60 pages | INR 4,000 |
Tatkal Process Duration
The application for a tatkal passport generally undergoes a speedy verification and quick processing when compared to a normal passport application. Passports are typically issued and dispatched to the relevant applicant within 1-3 days from the date of application. The date of application is considered to be the date on which the applicant furnished the required documents and paperwork at the appropriate Passport Seva Kendra. Additionally, any application under the tatkal scheme guarantees an early appointment as well as quick application processing through a particular queue. If Police verification is required, the tatkal passport would be dispatched to the concerned individual on the third day that does not include the date of applying. The passport would be sent without waiting for the report of the conducted police verification. If Police verification is NOT required, the tatkal passport would be dispatched to the concerned individual within one day that does not include the date of applying.Passport Fee Payment
The following are the payment methods that can be used to submit the passport processing fee.Online Process
Applicants may choose to pay through the following methods:- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Internet Banking through the State Bank of India and any Associate Banks.
Offline Process
The following payment methods may be executed in the offline format.Cash Payments
Cash payments could be made at any given Passport Seva Kendra. For tatkal applications, the complete application fee could be paid in one go, unlike the online process of payment for tatkal applications. However, the public is warned to keep an eye out for touts and agents while making payments with cash at any Kendra. It should be noted that the only payment method accepted at any Passport Seva Kendra is cash. This applies to mini Kendra as well. All Kendra host ATMs for every bank. There, cash withdrawal to make the necessary payments can be easily made.Demand Draft
If the option to pay through a Demand Draft is chosen, the same has to be executed at a District Passport Cell or a Speed Post Centre. At a District Passport Cell, the demand draft will have to be made out to PAO-MEA to be satisfied at the RPO. However, at a Speed Post Centre, the payment could be made through cash or Demand Draft. If the option of payment is Demand Draft, the same must be drawn in favour of PAO-MEA. The same will be payable at the location of the RPO. Things to note while making payments through Demand Draft- The following information must be mentioned behind the Demand Draft:
- Applicant's Name
- Applicant's Date of Birth.
- Date of submission of the Passport Application.
- Collection Centers only accept applications from individuals who require fresh passports.
- Any penalty, if applicable, can only be paid in cash.
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