The Indian government has announced an increase in passport application fees, effective July 1st. A new passport will now cost ₹2,500, a significant rise from the previous fee. The Tatkaal scheme, offering expedited processing, will see its fee increased to ₹5,000. These revisions mark the first fee adjustments in several years, citing rising operational costs. The Ministry of External Affairs has not yet released a detailed breakdown of the fee structure for all passport categories. Citizens are advised to check the official Passport India website for updated information and application procedures. The fee hike is expected to impact both first-time applicants and those renewing their passports.