Hajj Application India 2027: HCoI Online Apply, Quota, Cost & Deadlines

Who Is Eligible to Apply for Hajj 2027 from India?

Every Indian Muslim citizen holding a valid Indian passport is eligible to apply for Hajj 2027, subject to 5 conditions: citizenship, passport validity, health fitness, mahram rules for women, and the once-in-5-years restriction for HCoI-category applicants.

What Is the Once-in-5-Years Rule for HCoI Hajj?

Indian pilgrims who performed Hajj through HCoI in the previous 5 years (2022–2026) are not eligible for the HCoI category in 2027. The restriction applies only to HCoI slots — not to Private Tour Operator (PTO) packages. Pilgrims who performed Hajj in 2021 or earlier may apply for HCoI in 2027. Verify your Hajj history on hajcommittee.gov.in under “Pilgrim History.”

Can Women Apply for Hajj Without a Mahram?

Women aged 45 and above can apply for Hajj 2027 without a mahram under the HCoI Without Mahram (WM) group policy. They must travel in a group of at least 4 women from the same state. Each woman submits an individual application and selects the “Without Mahram” option. Women under 45 must travel with a mahram — defined as husband, father, son, or brother who is a Muslim adult capable of performing Hajj. Both the woman and mahram must submit linked applications.

What Is the Difference Between HCoI and a Private Tour Operator for Hajj?

HCoI (Haj Committee of India) packages are government-managed, cheaper, and require a computerised ballot when oversubscribed. Private Tour Operator (PTO) packages are arranged by licensed travel companies, costlier, offer better hotels, and have no ballot — but availability is limited.

How Do You Apply for Hajj 2027 Online Through HCoI?

Hajj 2027 applications are submitted entirely online at hajcommittee.gov.in — no physical form submission at any HCoI office is accepted. After the online application, a printed acknowledgement must be submitted to your State Haj Committee with original documents before the state-level deadline.

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   Check eligibility and passport validity

   Confirm your passport has at least 6 months validity beyond November 2027 (i.e., valid until at least May 2028). Verify your Hajj history at hajcommittee.gov.in under “Pilgrim History” — last HCoI Hajj must be 2021 or earlier to be eligible in 2027. Renew your passport before the application window if needed.
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   Register on hajcommittee.gov.in

   Visit hajcommittee.gov.in and click “Hajj Application 2027.” Create a new applicant account using your Aadhaar number and registered mobile number. An OTP is sent to your mobile to verify. Log in and access the application dashboard. Use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox — the portal is not compatible with Safari or Internet Explorer.
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   Fill the online application form

   Enter your name exactly as printed on your passport — any mismatch causes visa rejection. Upload: scanned passport (all pages, colour, under 2MB per page), passport-size photograph (white background, 35mm x 45mm), and Aadhaar card. Add mahram details with relationship proof if applicable. Select your preferred embarkation city from the 21 HCoI departure points including Kozhikode, Chennai, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Delhi.
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   Pay the application deposit

   Pay 2 amounts on the portal: (a) non-refundable processing fee of approximately ₹400, and (b) refundable advance deposit of approximately ₹81,000 — returned in full if you are not selected in the ballot. Payment is accepted through net banking, UPI (PhonePe, Google Pay, Paytm), and debit cards. Save the payment receipt PDF — required at the State Haj Committee office.
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   Submit documents at your State Haj Committee

   Download and print the application acknowledgement. Visit your State Haj Committee office with the acknowledgement printout and original documents (passport, Aadhaar, photographs, vaccination certificate, medical fitness certificate). States including Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala announce their own submission deadlines — typically 1–2 weeks before the national deadline. Do not wait for the last date.
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   Wait for the computerised ballot result

   The HCoI announces the Hajj 2027 ballot result in February or March 2027 on hajcommittee.gov.in. Check your result using your application ID. Selected applicants proceed to medical examination, visa processing, and balance payment. Unselected applicants receive a full refund of the ₹81,000 deposit within 30 working days.

What Documents Are Required for Hajj 2027 Application from India?

7 documents are required for the Hajj 2027 application from India. Missing or mismatched documents are the leading cause of application rejection and visa refusal.

• Passport (valid Indian passport): Minimum 6 months validity beyond the Hajj return date — must be valid until at least May 2028. Machine-readable (MRP) or e-Passport both accepted. All pages must be scanned in colour.
• Passport-size photographs: 4 recent photographs, white background, 35mm x 45mm, face clearly visible with no sunglasses or head covering for men. Women may wear a hijab with the full face visible.
• Aadhaar card: Copy of Aadhaar card. Name on Aadhaar must match passport name. If names differ, attach a sworn affidavit or gazette notification of name correction.
• Meningitis vaccination certificate: ACWY quadrivalent meningococcal vaccine — mandatory for all pilgrims regardless of age. Administered at least 10 days before departure. Obtain from a government hospital or authorised private vaccination centre.
• Medical fitness certificate: Signed by a registered MBBS doctor certifying the applicant is physically and mentally fit for Hajj. Pilgrims over 65, or with conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, or heart disease, must attach specialist clearance.
• Mahram relationship proof (women under 45 only): Original marriage certificate (husband), birth certificate (father or son), or nikah-nama. Translated into English if in a regional language. Not required for the Without Mahram group (women 45+).
• Bank account details: Cancelled cheque or bank passbook copy for deposit refund (if not selected in ballot). Account must be in the applicant's name.

What Vaccinations Are Compulsory for Hajj 2027?

The meningitis ACWY quadrivalent vaccine is the only mandatory vaccination for Hajj 2027 under Saudi Arabia's entry requirements. Additionally, the following 3 vaccinations are strongly recommended by Indian health authorities for all Hajj pilgrims: (1) seasonal influenza vaccine — administered no more than 1 year before departure; (2) COVID-19 vaccination — current Saudi policy accepts standard Indian certificates via Nusuk portal; (3) pneumococcal (PPV23) vaccine — strongly recommended for pilgrims over 65 or with chronic illness. See the full Hajj Vaccinations for Indian Pilgrims guide for the complete schedule and approved vaccination centres.

How Does the HCoI Computerised Hajj Ballot Work?

The HCoI computerised ballot is a transparent, software-generated random draw that allocates Hajj seats when applications exceed the 1,22,518 HCoI quota. The ballot is supervised by a government committee and results are published online within 24 hours of the draw.

Does the Ballot Give Priority to Any Applicant?

Yes — the HCoI ballot gives priority to 2 categories of applicants before the random draw:

What Happens If You Are Not Selected in the HCoI Ballot?

Non-selected applicants receive a full refund of the ₹81,000 advance deposit within 30 working days to their registered bank account. The ₹400 processing fee is non-refundable. Non-selected applicants have 3 options: (1) reapply next year with priority status; (2) book a Private Tour Operator package for 2027 if PTO seats are still available; (3) wait for HCoI’s Waiting List notification — cancelled seats from selected pilgrims who withdraw are redistributed to waitlisted applicants in some years.

Which State Haj Committee Handles Your Hajj Application?

Your application is processed by the State Haj Committee of your home state — determined by your Aadhaar-linked permanent address. You must submit physical documents to your state's Haj Committee office regardless of your current city of residence. The 5 largest State Haj Committees by pilgrim quota are Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, West Bengal, and Tamil Nadu.

What Is the Hajj 2027 Package Cost from India?

The HCoI Hajj 2027 package cost from India is estimated at ₹4,50,000–₹5,50,000 per person, based on the 2025 HCoI package cost of ₹4,47,500 (economy) to ₹5,22,000 (Aziziyah category). The final 2027 cost is announced by the HCoI after the Saudi Ministry of Hajj finalises service charges, airfare, and the SAR exchange rate — typically in February 2027 after ballot results.

What Is Included and Excluded in the HCoI Hajj Package Cost?

What Is the Hajj 2027 Package Cost from Different Indian Cities?

All costs are estimates based on 2025 HCoI package rates and current airfare trends. Final 2027 costs will be announced by HCoI in February 2027 and by PTOs from November 2026.

What Are the Key Dates and Deadlines for Hajj 2027 from India?

All 2027 Hajj application dates below are estimates based on the HCoI's schedule for 2024 and 2025. The Ministry of Minority Affairs and the Haj Committee of India announce confirmed dates at hajcommittee.gov.in and through state Haj committee notifications. Hajj 2027 falls on approximately 5–10 June 2027 (Dhul Hijjah 8–13, 1448 AH), subject to moon sighting.

• November 2026
  HCoI application portal opens. Hajj 2027 applications go live at hajcommittee.gov.in. Early applicants avoid last-minute portal congestion and technical errors. PTO bookings also begin — seats fill fast.
• December 2026
  State Haj Committee document submission deadline. Most state committees close physical document submission by mid-December. Submit documents at your State Haj Committee office within this period, not at the last minute.
• January 2027
  National HCoI portal closes. Last date for online application submission on hajcommittee.gov.in. No applications accepted after the deadline under any circumstances.
• Feb–Mar 2027
  Computerised ballot result announced. Results published on hajcommittee.gov.in. Selected applicants notified by SMS and email. Refunds initiated for non-selected applicants within 30 working days.
• Mar–Apr 2027
  Medical examination for selected pilgrims. State Haj Committees organise medical camps. All selected pilgrims must attend the designated medical examination at their state camp — not substitutable with a private doctor visit.
• Apr–May 2027
  Balance payment and visa processing. Selected pilgrims pay the balance package cost (total minus ₹81,000 already paid). Saudi Hajj visas are processed by the HCoI — no separate visa application required by the pilgrim.
• May–June 2027
  Departure from India. Pilgrims depart in batches from 21 embarkation cities. First batch typically departs 30–35 days before Hajj. The last batch departs approximately 10–14 days before Arafah.
• 5–10 June 2027
  Hajj 2027 days. Approximate dates: 8 Dhul Hijjah (Mina), 9 Dhul Hijjah (Arafah — ~7 June 2027), 10 Dhul Hijjah (Eid al-Adha, Muzdalifah, Rami Jamarat), 11–13 Dhul Hijjah (Tashreeq, remaining Rami). Subject to Saudi moon sighting confirmation.
• July 2027
  Return to India. Final pilgrims return to their embarkation cities by mid-July 2027. Return flights are pre-scheduled by HCoI — pilgrims cannot extend their stay independently on HCoI packages.

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