Haj Committee of india 2025 Application [Total Cost of Hajj from India]

How to Apply for Hajj 2025 ?

Application Process :

• Haj applications are to submitted online only.
• No processing fee will charged at the time of application.
• Watch instructional video clips available on HCoI’s website and FAQs for guidance before applying.

Submission Details :

Application Platform : Apply online at HCoI’s website (www.hajcommittee.gov.in) or via the “HAJ SUVIDHA APP.”

Documents to Upload :

• First and last pages of the machine-readable valid Indian International Passport.
• Latest passport-size photograph.
• Copy of a cancelled cheque or bank account passbook of the Cover Head.

Address Proof :

If the address matches the passport, submit a copy of the passport.

If not, submit a self-attested copy of one of the following:

• Aadhaar Card
• Bank Passbook
• Election Commission Photo ID Card
• Recent utility bills (electricity, telephone, water, or gas).

NEW HAJJ POLICY 2025 

Haj Seats Allocation

• Quota Distribution: 70% of seats go to the Haj Committee of India (HCoI) and 30% to Haj Group Organizers (HGOs).
• Annual Agreement: The Government of India (GoI) and Saudi Arabia agree each year on the number of Haj seats available.

Eligibility Criteria

• Once in a Lifetime: Those who have gone on Haj with HCoI cannot apply again.
• Age Requirement: Pilgrims aged 65 and over must have a companion.
• Companion Guidelines: Women must have “Mehrams” aged 18-60; women traveling with those 65+ need a companion aged 45-60.

Haj Suvidha App

• Purpose: The app helps pilgrims with training, accommodations, emergency numbers, and feedback.
• Familiarization: Pilgrims are encouraged to learn how to use the app.

Haj Application Forms

• Availability: Haj Application Forms (HAFs) can be filled out online at the HCoI website and are also mobile-friendly.

General Eligibility

• Requirements: Applicants must have a valid Indian international passport and meet health standards.
• Exclusions: Past Haj pilgrims (with some exceptions), those with serious medical issues, and individuals without proper documentation cannot apply.

Ladies Traveling Without Mehrams

• Group Travel: Women aged 45 and older without a male companion can travel in groups of four or more.
• Single Women: Can apply, and arrangements will be made for their stay.

Cover Size

• Family Composition: Each cover can have 1 to 5 adults and up to 2 infants. Larger families need to submit extra applications.
• Infant Charges: Infants under 2 years are charged 10% of the airfare.

Cover Composition

• Family Only: Applications must include only family members or close relatives.
• Head of Cover: Responsible for payments; changes can be made in special cases like death or health issues.

Solemn Declaration for Applicants Aged 65 or Above

• Priority Allocation: Applicants aged 65+ get priority for seat allocation.
• Draw of Lots: If there are too many applications, a random draw will decide who gets the seats.
• Required Declaration: A formal declaration is needed; missing or incomplete forms will be rejected.

Solemn Declaration for General Category

• One-Time Policy: All general applicants must submit a declaration in English.
• Rejection for Non-Compliance: Applications without this declaration will be rejected.

Order of Priority for Seat Allotment

• Category 1: Applicants aged 65 and older, including Ladies Without Mehram (LWM).
• Category 2: Ladies Without Mehram aged 45-65.
• Category 3: General Category applicants.

Registration for Applicants Aged 65 or Above

• Companion Requirement: All pilgrims aged 65 and older must have a companion; lone registrations are not allowed.
• Companion Guidelines:
  • For LWM, a female companion aged 45-60 is needed.
  • For non-LWM, companions must be immediate family (spouse, sibling).
• Couples Traveling: Both spouses aged 65+ can have two companions from blood relations.

Distribution of Quota

• HCoI Allocation: 70% of India’s total Haj quota goes to HCoI.
• State Quota Process:
  • Seats for State Haj Inspectors (SHIs) are taken out first.
  • The remaining seats are divided based on the Muslim population ratio.

 Qurrah (Draw of Lots):

• Random Selection will be done online for states or UTs with more applications than their available spots.
• Applicants who are selected or placed on a waitlist will be notified after the draw.

Principles of Qurrah :

Priority Categories :

• First: Individuals aged 65 and older, including Ladies Without Mehram.
• Second: Ladies Without Mehram under 65.
• Third: General Category.
• Separate waiting lists will be created for each priority category.

General Wait List :

• For states or UTs with too many applications, a different draw will occur for those exceeding the allowed number.
• Selected pilgrims must notify the Haj Committee about any cancellations. Wait-listed pilgrims will be contacted as spots open up.

Rules for Cancellations and Refunds:

• Cancellations are allowed only for reasons of death or serious illness.
• Other cancellations will result in penalties according to HCoI rules.
• Refunds will be processed by HCoI within one month after cancellation.

Payments by Pilgrims:

• Pilgrims selected provisionally must use their unique bank reference number for all payments made to the State Bank of India.

Cancellation Process:

• A cancellation letter must be submitted to the appropriate State or UT Haj Committee by the selected pilgrims.
• Late submission of required documents or payments will lead to cancellation of selection.

Accommodation Arrangements:

• Accommodation must be booked in advance through the Consulate General of India in Jeddah.
• Eligible pilgrims may stay in Rubat free of charge, or be reimbursed.

Medical Screening and Fitness Certificate:

• Pilgrims are required to undergo a medical check-up and obtain a Fitness Certificate from a government doctor.
• The Health Certificate will also include information about necessary vaccinations.
• Additional health screenings will be conducted for pilgrims aged 60 and older due to higher health risks.

Health and Training (HAT) Card:

• Pilgrims will receive a HAT Card and Haj Guide after they submit the advance payment slip.
• A meningitis vaccination certificate must be included in their HAT Card.

Oral Polio Vaccination:

• An oral polio vaccine must be given six weeks before leaving.
• A polio vaccination certificate must be present on the HAT Card.

Embarkation Points (EPs):

• Pilgrims need to choose two preferred embarkation points in order of priority.
• A list of cities for Haj-2025 includes places like Srinagar, Mumbai, and Delhi.
• The Ministry of Minority Affairs (MoMA) can change passengers’ assignments if needed for safety or efficiency.
• Other airports may also be listed as embarkation points with the right approvals.

Duration of Stay in Saudi Arabia :

• Pilgrims can stay for up to 40-45 days, depending on flight schedules set by the General Authority of Civil Aviation in Saudi Arabia.

Accommodation :

• In Makkah, places to stay are rented for the entire Haj season, not by the day. Prices are the same for all pilgrims.

Refund Policy:

• No refunds are offered based on how long someone stays.

In Case of Death:

• If a pilgrim passes away from natural causes or an accident, burial will follow local customs in Saudi Arabia.
• The original death certificate will be sent to the deceased’s family by the Indian Consulate in Jeddah after the Haj season.

Adahi (Qurbani):

• Adahi can only be done through approved organizations in Saudi Arabia to avoid fraud.
• All members of a group must agree to participate together in Adahi; this decision cannot be changed.
• The Haj Committee of India will provide instructions on Adahi, including coupon details.

Legal Status of the Pilgrim:

• The Haj Committee of India (HCoI) works on a no-profit, no-loss basis, collecting only what is needed for services.
• HCoI is not covered by the Consumer Protection Act, so pilgrims cannot seek compensation for service issues.

State Haj Inspector (SHI):

• SHIs are chosen from all states and territories and help the Indian Consulate in Jeddah assist pilgrims.
• They are government employees selected according to Ministry of Minority Affairs guidelines.
• The Consulate in Jeddah may hire local people, including women from the Indian community, for extra help.

Persons with Special Needs :

• Individuals with disabilities must have a capable blood relative or spouse with them.
• Support will be available for elderly and disabled pilgrims as needed.
• The government is working to improve access for disabled pilgrims, including paid options.
• The Supreme Court of India blocks any court or authority from interfering in the Haj process.  

Hajj 2025 – Important Dates :