What is Non-ECR status in passport?

Non-ECR (Emigration Check Not Required) means you can travel abroad for work without emigrant clearance, available for applicants with 10th pass qualification or higher.

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नया भारतीय पासपोर्ट ऑनलाइन आवेदन — पासपोर्ट सेवा पोर्टल गाइड

Official step-by-step procedure to apply for an Indian Ordinary Passport (36/60 pages) under Normal or Tatkaal scheme.

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Application Fee

Rs 1,500 (Normal 36 pages) / Rs 2,000 (Normal 60 pages) / Rs 3,500 (Tatkaal 36 pages)

Processing Time

15 to 30 working days (Normal); 1 to 3 days (Tatkaal) + police verification

Mode

Both

Validity / Renewal

Lifetime / State Rules

Required Documents Checklist

Proof of Date of Birth (Birth Certificate, School Leaving Certificate, Aadhaar, PAN)

Proof of Present Address (Aadhaar, Electricity bill, Bank passbook, Voter ID, Rent agreement)

Proof of Non-ECR status (Matriculation/10th passing certificate or higher degree)

Eligibility Criteria

Indian citizens by birth, descent, or registration

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Official Source: https://www.passportindia.gov.in