The Haj Committee of India, functioning under the Ministry of Minority Affairs, has officially opened the application process for Haj 2026 on Tuesday (July 08), inviting Indian Muslims to apply for the sacred pilgrimage to Mecca.The online application window will remain open from July 7 to July 31, 2025, closing at 11:59 PM on the final day.
The Committee has cautioned that cancellations will only be permitted in cases of death or serious medical emergencies. Any other withdrawal may result in penalties and financial loss.
The Haj Committee of India, under the Ministry of Minority Affairs, has officially opened the application process for Haj 2026, a sacred pilgrimage of profound importance for the Muslim community.
????Intending pilgrims can submit their applications through the official Haj portal… pic.twitter.com/1xHlNaK8dL— PIB India (@PIB_India) July 8, 2025How to Apply for Haj 2026
Go to the official website:
Click on the ‘Haj 2026’ tab
Scroll down and select ‘Register’
Enter your: Mobile number, Email ID, Name (as per passport), and Other required details
Submit the form and enter the OTP sent to your mobile
Once verified, your ID will be activated
Log in to fill the full application form
What you will need
Valid Indian International Passport
Required documents (as per guidelines)
Application fee payment
Medical screening and fitness certificate
Passport validityAccording to the Committee, all applicants must possess a machine-readable Indian International Passport issued on or before July 31, 2025, and valid at least until December 31, 2026. Applicants are also required to carefully read the official Guidelines and Undertakings before submitting their forms.This annual announcement marks the beginning of preparations for one of the most significant religious journeys in Islam. The Government of India, through the Haj Committee, facilitates the pilgrimage for thousands of Indian Muslims each year, ensuring a structured and supported experience.Applications can be submitted through the official Haj portal or via the “HAJ SUVIDHA” mobile application, available on both Android and iOS platforms.Also Read: Raipur-bound IndiGo flight returns to Indore; reports cite ‘technical fault’ but airline yet to respond(Edited by : Akanksha Upadhyay)First Published: Jul 8, 2025 4:23 PM IST
