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How much do government documents cost in India? Check PAN, Passport, Aadhaar and DL fees

How much do government documents cost in India? Check PAN, Passport, Aadhaar and DL fees

From PAN cards and passports to Aadhaar, voter ID and driving licences, here is a look at some commonly used government documents and the fees applicable to them

Business Today Desk
Business Today Desk
  • Updated Oct 4, 2026 3:35 AM IST
How much do government documents cost in India? Check PAN, Passport, Aadhaar and DL feesGovernment document charges in 2026

Getting essential government documents made or updated can come with different charges depending on the service, document and, in some cases, the state or local authority. With several fees revised or updated in 2026, applicants should check the latest charges before submitting an application.

From PAN cards and passports to Aadhaar, voter ID and driving licences, here is a look at some commonly used government documents and the fees applicable to them.

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Government document charges in 2026

No. Government document/service Current fee/charge
1 PAN Card ₹107 for physical PAN through paper application
2 Fresh Passport – 36 pages ₹2,500
3 Voter ID – New registration Free
4 Voter ID – Replacement ₹25, where applicable
5 Aadhaar – New enrolment Free
6 Aadhaar – Demographic update ₹75 when done separately
7 Aadhaar – Biometric update ₹125 in standard cases
8 Birth Certificate Free within prescribed registration period; delayed charges vary
9 Death Certificate Free within prescribed registration period; delayed charges vary
10 Caste Certificate State-specific
11 Income Certificate State-specific
12 Domicile/Residence Certificate State-specific
13 Marriage Certificate State-specific
14 Learner's Licence ₹150 + ₹50 test fee
15 Permanent Driving Licence ₹200 + ₹300 driving test fee
16 Vehicle Registration/RC Varies by vehicle category
17 RC Transfer Varies by vehicle category
18 Vehicle NOC Varies according to service
19 EWS Certificate State-specific
20 Ration Card Generally free; state rules apply
21 Senior Citizen Card State-specific
22 Disability Certificate Generally free through government services
23 Migration Certificate Board/university-specific
24 Trade Licence Varies by state, municipality and business category

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Check official portals before applying

Government document fees can be revised, and additional charges may apply depending on the application method or service selected. Applicants should therefore verify the latest amount on the official website of the concerned government department or authority before making a payment.

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Published on: Oct 4, 2026 3:35 AM IST