Quick answer: To get a passport in Chandigarh, apply online at passportindia.gov.in, pay the fee and book an appointment at a Passport Seva Kendra (PSK). The Regional Passport Office is in Sector 34-A, with PSKs serving the tricity. A fresh 36-page passport costs about ₹1,500 (Tatkaal adds ~₹2,000), and normal applications usually arrive in around 15–30 days after police verification.
Applying for a passport in Chandigarh is mostly an online process now, with just one in-person visit for documents and biometrics. Here’s a simple, up-to-date walkthrough — how to apply, where to go, fees, and the documents you’ll need.
How to apply for a passport in Chandigarh
- Register and log in at passportindia.gov.in (or the mPassport Seva app).
- Fill the “Apply for Fresh Passport/Reissue” form and submit.
- Pay the fee online and book an appointment at your nearest Passport Seva Kendra.
- Visit the PSK on your appointment date with original documents for verification and biometrics.
- Complete police verification (usually after your visit); track status online.
Passport offices in Chandigarh
| Office / Centre | Area | Map |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Passport Office | Sector 34 | View |
| Passport Seva Kendra Chandigarh | Industrial Area | View |
Documents required
- Proof of identity & date of birth (Aadhaar, PAN, voter ID, birth certificate)
- Proof of address (Aadhaar, utility bill, bank passbook, rent agreement)
- Recent passport-size photos (as specified)
- For reissue: your old passport
Passport fees & timeline
- Fresh/Reissue 36 pages: ~₹1,500; 60 pages: ~₹2,000
- Tatkaal (urgent): additional ~₹2,000
- Normal: ~15–30 days after police verification; Tatkaal is faster
- Minors and senior-citizen categories may have concessions
Where is the passport office in Chandigarh?
The Regional Passport Office is in Sector 34-A, Chandigarh, and Passport Seva Kendras (PSKs) handle appointments for the tricity. Book your slot online before visiting.
How do I apply for a passport in Chandigarh?
Register at passportindia.gov.in, fill the application, pay online and book a PSK appointment. Then visit the PSK with your original documents for verification and biometrics.
How much does a passport cost in Chandigarh?
A fresh 36-page passport is about ₹1,500 and a 60-page one about ₹2,000. Tatkaal (urgent) adds roughly ₹2,000. Always check current fees on the official portal.
How long does it take to get a passport?
Normal applications usually take around 15–30 days after successful police verification, while Tatkaal is faster. You can track status online or on the mPassport Seva app.
Government processes, fees and office details change from time to time. Please confirm the latest information on the official portal (passportindia.gov.in) before applying. Office locations are from Google Maps as of June 2026.
