If you suddenly need to travel abroad for official work, a medical emergency, or any urgent reason, the Tatkaal Passport service is a fast-track option offered by the Indian government. Unlike a regular passport that takes 30 to 45 days to process, the Tatkaal passport is issued more quickly. This facility is specially designed for individuals who require a passport on short notice. A significant benefit of this service is that no verification certificate from a gazetted officer is needed.
Documents Required and Fee Structure for Tatkaal Passport Application
To apply for a Tatkaal passport, you must provide any three out of the following documents: Aadhaar card or e-Aadhaar, voter ID, PAN card, valid driving license, caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC), pension-related documents (like a pension book), or a service ID from a government or private company. These documents help verify your identity and support your application without additional delays.
The fee for a Tatkaal passport depends on the type and number of pages. For a new or reissued 36-page passport valid for 10 years, the charge is ₹3,500. For a 60-page passport, it’s ₹4,000. In case of a lost, stolen, or damaged passport replacement, the charge is ₹5,000.
Who Is Not Eligible for a Tatkaal Passport?
However, not everyone is eligible for a Tatkaal passport. Ineligible applicants include: people born outside India to Indian parents, those granted Indian citizenship by the Ministry of Home Affairs, individuals seeking a name change under the Tatkaal scheme, residents of Jammu and Kashmir, adopted children (Indian or foreign), and children whose parents are separated but not legally divorced.
Summary:
The Tatkaal Passport is a fast-track option for urgent travel needs, processed faster than regular passports. Applicants must submit any three valid ID documents. Fees vary from ₹3,500 to ₹5,000 based on type. However, certain individuals, like adopted children or those seeking name changes, are not eligible under this scheme.
