Tatkaal passport: who should apply and what to carry
Tatkaal is the faster passport route for urgent travel. You apply on passportindia.gov.in like a normal passport, choose Tatkaal and pay the higher fee (₹3,500 for 36 pages). After the appointment the passport is usually dispatched within a few working days, with police verification often done after it is issued.
Should you choose Tatkaal?
Choose it only when you have urgent travel. If you can wait a few weeks, the normal route costs less. Tatkaal appointments also open in limited numbers each day.
How to apply
- Register on passportindia.gov.in or the mPassport Seva app.
- Fill in the form and choose Tatkaal.
- Pay the fee online and book a slot at a Passport Seva Kendra.
- Go to the appointment with original documents.
- Track the status online.
Documents you need
- Proof of address, such as Aadhaar or a bank passbook
- Proof of date of birth, such as a birth certificate or class 10 certificate
- Old passport, for a renewal
Questions
Is police verification needed for Tatkaal?
Often it happens after the passport is issued, but it depends on your case and records.
Can I get a Tatkaal passport for my child?
Yes. A parent goes along with the child and the documents.
Sarkaam is an independent service, not a government website. Rules and fees change, so always confirm on the official website before you apply.
