Passport Renewal Bangalore

Passport Renewal Eligibility 

The following are the eligibility criteria for renewing a passport:

• The passport should be undamaged and well-maintained. 
  
• It is in the current name of the candidate, or when they have legal proof of a name change. 
• If these criteria are not met, the candidate must apply for a new passport instead of renewing. 

You can apply for re-issue of your passport when its validity has expired or is due to expire, its pages are exhausted, it is lost, stolen or damaged, it is a short validity passport, or you need to change personal particulars such as name or address. 

It is advised to apply for re-issue of your passport up to one year before its expiry.

Types of Passport Offices in PSK Bangalore 

The following are the types of passport offices in PSK Bangalore: 

• Passport Seva Kendra Bangalore (PSK): Passport service centres managed by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) that are well-equipped with advanced technologies, catering to applicants from various regions as these are located in different parts of the city. 
• Post Office Passport Seva Kendra (POPSK): MEA has collaborated with the Department of Posts, to extend passport services in remote areas through Post Offices that provide similar services as PSKs and are operated from selected Post Offices in Bangalore. 

In Bengaluru city, you can apply for passport services at the Regional Passport Office, the Passport Seva Kendras at Lalbagh and Whitefield, and the Post Office Passport Seva Kendra at Jalahalli. PSK Sai Arcade has been shifted to PSK Whitefield, which started operations on 5 October 2026.

Different Services Offered by Passport Offices in PSK Bangalore 

The following are the different types of services offered by Passport Offices in PSK Bangalore: 

• Enables first-time applicants to apply for new passport 
• Enables renewal of passport or re-issue of passport in case additional booklets required due to exhausted pages 
• Offers Tatkal services for urgent issuance of passport 
• Provides Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) to those who need employment or immigration visa or long-term visa 
• Issues and guides Individual applying for minor passports to those who are under 18 years of age 
• Also helps individuals with updating personal details in passports 

Passport Renewal Process in Bangalore

Given below are the steps that need to be followed to renew your passport in Bangalore:

If you are a first-time user, register on the Passport Seva Online Portal and create your login ID before you start the application.

Step 1: Log in to the Passport Seva Online Portal using your login ID and password.

Step 2: Click on ‘Apply for Fresh Passport/Re-issue of Passport’.

Step 3: In the next step, fill in all the important details as asked for and submit. Make the payment as asked for.

Click the ‘Pay and Schedule Appointment’ link on the ‘View Saved/Submitted Applications’ screen to book your appointment. Online payment is mandatory for booking an appointment, and you can pay by credit/debit card (MasterCard, Visa and RuPay), net banking or UPI. 

Step 4: Print or save the application receipt that contains your Application Reference Number (ARN)/appointment number. A printout is no longer required, as an SMS with your appointment details is also accepted as proof of appointment.

Step 5: Visit the Passport Seva Kendra or Regional Passport Office where your appointment is booked, along with your original documents. Only emergency/medical cases and pre-approved categories may visit without an appointment.

Step 6: Submit your original documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies at the Passport Seva Kendra. The fee is already paid online while booking the appointment.

Step 7: Collect the acknowledgement slip and go to the counter for verification.

You must visit the Passport Seva Kendra within 90 days of submitting the online form, otherwise you will have to resubmit the application form. 

Key Points to Remember While Filling the Form

Listed below are the steps that one should follow when filling the form for passport renewal:

• Use blue or black ballpoint pen to fill the form.
• Fill in the form with capital letters.
• Try to submit the required information within the space provided.
• Avoid overwriting.

Given below is the duration taken for the issuance of renewed passports for tatkal passport and Normal passport:

• Tatkal passport - up to 3 working days
• Normal passport - up to 7 working days where police verification is not required, and up to 30 working days where it is required

Tips for a Smooth Passport Renewal 

Here are some additional tips to ensure a smooth passport renewal in Bangalore: 

1. Begin the renewal process well before your passport’s expiry date to prevent last-minute stress. 
2. Gather all required documents before applying. 
3. Follow Online Application Guidelines on the official passport website if applying online. 
4. Schedule in-person renewal appointment early, as slots can fill up quickly. 
5. Carry all original documents for verification 
6. Keep track of the status of your passport renewal regularly to stay updated on the progress. 
7. After completion of application procedure, passport is delivered via post to the candidate’s residential address.

To travel abroad, your passport must be valid for at least six months, so plan your renewal accordingly.

Fee for Renewal of Passport in Bangalore

A nominal fee is charged for the renewal of a passport. Listed below is the amount charged for renewing your passport in Bangalore:

The passport fees in this section and the next are as per the revised fee structure effective from 1 July 2026. 

Fees for the Renewal of the Passport at PSK Bangalore 

The fee you need to pay for the renewal of the passport for an adult is given below. The passport renewal fees are different by the type of passport.

Documents Needed for Passport Renewal

Given below are the documents that are needed for passport renewal:

• Original copy of the old passport.
• Self-attested copy of the first two and last two pages of the old passport.
• Self-attested copies of the page containing the ECR/Non-ECR information.
• Self-attested copy of the page of observation.
• Self-attested copy of the validity extension page.
• A document proof that will remove the reason for a passport's earlier issuance with a short validity period is necessary for SVP passport renewal.
• Documentary proof for any one of the Non-ECR categories, if you are eligible for Non-ECR

Carry your original documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies of each to the Passport Seva Kendra. 

Passport Seva Kendra Bangalore 

The following is the information regarding the passport Seva Kendra Bangalore. 

• Name of RPO: Shri Ajith John Joshua
• Office Address: 8th Block, 80 Feet Road, Koramangala, Bengaluru, Karnataka - 560095 
• Office Telephone Number: 080-25706100, 25706101, 25706102 
• Fax: Not available
• E-mail Id: rpo.bangalore@cpo.gov.in

Email for all passport-related enquiries and grievances: grievance.rpoblr@mea.gov.in 

National Call Centre: 1800-258-1800. Citizen Service Executive support is available from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., and automated IVRS support is available 24 hours. 

Summary

Passport renewal in Bangalore involves registering on the Passport Seva Online Portal, applying for re-issue, paying online, booking an appointment and visiting a Passport Seva Kendra with your original documents. Renew well before expiry, keep your documents ready and check the revised fee for your passport type before paying. Start your passport renewal in Bangalore today on the Passport Seva Online Portal.