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. Since 1 July 2026, a fresh 36-page passport costs ₹2,500 (Tatkaal adds ₹2,500), and a normal fresh application is processed within 30 working days, not counting police verification time.
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)
- Photos: not needed for a PSK appointment (needed only for applications made at DPC/SPC/CSC counters)
- For reissue: your old passport
Passport fees & timeline
- Fresh/Reissue (adults), 36 pages: ₹2,500; 60 pages: ₹3,500 (fees from 1 July 2026)
- Tatkaal (urgent): additional ₹2,500
- Normal (fresh): up to 30 working days, not counting police verification time; Tatkaal: up to 3 working days if you are eligible for Tatkaal
- Minors (under 18) pay ₹1,750 for a 36-page passport valid 5 years. Children up to 8 and senior citizens over 60 get 10% off on fresh applications (not reissue)
Where is the passport office in Chandigarh?
The Regional Passport Office is at SCO 28-32, Sector 34-A, Chandigarh 160022, 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?
From 1 July 2026, a fresh 36-page passport costs ₹2,500 and a 60-page one ₹3,500. Tatkaal (urgent) adds ₹2,500. Always check current fees on the official portal.
How long does it take to get a passport?
A normal fresh application is processed within 30 working days, not counting police verification time. Tatkaal takes up to 3 working days if you are eligible. 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. Fees were checked on 13 October 2026 against passportindia.gov.in and the Gazette notification of 20 June 2026; office locations are from Google Maps. Passport Seva helpline: 1800-258-1800 (toll-free).
