When Should You Renew Your Indian Passport?
Your Indian passport can be renewed from one year before its expiry date. However, many countries require at least 6 months' validity on your passport for entry, so it is advisable to renew well in advance of planned international travel. Passports that have been damaged, lost, or need additional pages can also be replaced through the same renewal process.
Types of Re-issuance
Passport renewal in India falls under re-issuance and can be applied for in the following cases:
- Passport expiry or near-expiry (within 1 year)
- Exhaustion of pages
- Change of personal details (name, address, date of birth)
- Damaged or mutilated passport
- Lost or stolen passport
Documents Required for Passport Renewal
The standard document set for renewal includes:
- Existing Indian passport (original + self-attested photocopy of first and last pages)
- Aadhaar Card — original and self-attested photocopy (accepted as both identity and address proof)
- Passport-size photographs — recent, on white background, as per ICAO biometric standards (51mm × 51mm, face 25–35mm from chin to top of head)
- Address proof (if address has changed from existing passport) — utility bill, bank statement or rental agreement
- Self-attested ECR/ECNR page of existing passport
Step-by-Step Renewal Process
- Register on Passport Seva portal at passportindia.gov.in
- Fill the online application — select "Re-issue of Passport" and your specific reason
- Pay the fee online — ₹1,500 for 36-page booklet, ₹2,000 for 60-page booklet (10-year validity for adults over 18)
- Book a PSK appointment — choose your nearest Passport Seva Kendra and a convenient slot
- Attend your PSK appointment with all originals and self-attested photocopies
- Police verification — conducted in most cases; completed at your residential address
- Receive your passport by post — typically 7–30 working days depending on verification
Official Government Fees (2026)
| Application Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Fresh/Renewal — 36 pages, 10 years | ₹1,500 |
| Fresh/Renewal — 60 pages, 10 years | ₹2,000 |
| Minor (below 18) — 36 pages, 5 years | ₹1,000 |
| Tatkal surcharge (in addition to above) | ₹2,000 |
Fees are paid directly to the Government of India at the PSK. DocsSeva India fees are separate and cover document review only.
Common Mistakes That Cause Rejection
- Name mismatch between Aadhaar and existing passport
- Non-standard photographs (background colour, expression, size)
- Submitting expired address proof documents
- Incorrect self-attestation on photocopies
- Missing ECR/ECNR page copy
- Address change not supported by adequate proof
How DocsSeva India Can Help
Our private document review service checks every document in your renewal pack against the latest MEA requirements. We identify discrepancies, flag photograph issues, verify address proof validity and deliver a complete personalised checklist — so you arrive at your PSK appointment with confidence.