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Haj 2027 Registration Link: The Haj Committee of India, under the Ministry of Minority Affairs, Government of India, has officially started the application process for Haj 2027 (1448 Hijri). Every year, thousands of Indian Muslims apply for the sacred pilgrimage to Makkah and Madinah through the Haj Committee of India. This year too, the Government has issued detailed guidelines, eligibility criteria, and application instructions for intending pilgrims.
Like every morning,
I woke up and started working on articles related to government updates and public information. After completing an article about a recruitment notification from Kerala, I suddenly noticed a message in one of the WhatsApp groups where I am connected with many people interested in Hajj and Umrah updates. The message contained the official Haj 2027 notification issued by the Government of India.
Since this notification comes every year and is extremely important for those planning to perform Haj, I decided to study it carefully. I spent time reading the official announcement, Haj Policy 2027, eligibility conditions, application procedures, documents required, costs, and new guidelines issued by the Hajj Committee of India. After thoroughly understanding every detail, I sat down to write this article in simple English so that every intending pilgrim can easily understand the process and avoid mistakes while applying.
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Haj 2027 Application: All Important Dates
The Haj Committee of India has announced the following schedule:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 22 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 July 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Qurrah (Digital Selection) | Last Week of July 2026 |
| Advance Deposit Deadline | 10 August 2026 |
Applicants can submit their forms through the official Haj portal or Haj Suvidha App.
Where to Apply for Haj 2027?
Applications can be submitted through the Haj 2027 Registration Link:
The entire process is online and digital.
Haj 1448 (H) – 2027
Who Can Apply?
Any Muslim citizen of India who is physically, mentally, and financially capable of performing Haj can apply. However, certain conditions must be fulfilled.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Valid Indian Passport
- Financial ability to undertake Haj
- Physical fitness for pilgrimage
- Mental fitness
- Compliance with Saudi Arabia’s Haj regulations
Important Passport Rule
One of the most important requirements is a passport.
Applicants must possess a machine-readable Indian passport:
- Issued before the application closing date
- Valid at least up to 31 December 2027
Without a valid passport, the application will not be accepted.
Who Cannot Apply?
The following persons are not eligible:
- Those who have already performed Hajj through the Hajj Committee of India (Once in a Lifetime Policy)
- Persons with serious medical conditions
- Active cancer patients undergoing treatment
- Persons suffering from severe kidney, heart, liver, or respiratory diseases
- Individuals with dementia or serious psychiatric disorders
- Children below 15 years (subject to Saudi rules)
- Persons prohibited from foreign travel by court order
- Applicants providing false information
Once-in-a-Lifetime Haj Policy
A major rule for Haj 2027 is the continuation of the “Once in a Lifetime” policy.
Anyone who has already performed Hajj through Haj Committee of India cannot apply again except in special cases such as:
- Mehram for female pilgrims
- Companion of pilgrims aged 65 years or above
Special Provision for Women
Women aged 45 years or above who do not have a male Mehram may apply under the Ladies Without Mehram (LWM) category.
Key points:
- Can travel in groups
- Special accommodation arrangements available
- Subject to Saudi Arabia guidelines
Special Rules for Senior Citizens (65+)
Pilgrims aged 65 years or above receive priority consideration.
However:
- A companion is mandatory
- Companion age must generally be between 18 and 65 years
- For LWM pilgrims aged 65+, a female companion aged 45–60 years is required
Documents Required
Applicants must upload scanned copies of:
1. Passport
- First page
- Last page
2. Passport Size Photograph
- White background
3. Bank Passbook or Cancelled Cheque
4. Address Proof
Accepted address proofs include:
- Aadhaar Card
- Voter ID
- Bank Passbook
- Electricity Bill
- Water Bill
- Gas Bill
- Telephone Bill
How to Apply Online?
can applied used Haj 2027 Registration Link
- Visit the Haj Registration Portal.
- Create your account.
- Fill in personal details.
- Enter passport details.
- Upload a photograph.
- Upload the bank document.
- Upload address proof.
- Submit Haj Application Form (HAF).
- Download acknowledgement.
- Wait for Qurrah (Digital Selection).
What is Qurrah?
Many applicants ask:
What is Qurrah?
Qurrah is a computerized digital drawing of lots.
If applications exceed the available quota, selection is made through Qurrah.
Selected and waitlisted applicants are informed through:
- Website
- SMS
- Haj Suvidha App
Haj 2027 Cost
The final Haj cost has not yet been announced.
However, according to the guidelines:
Advance Haj Deposit
Provisionally selected pilgrims must deposit:
1,52,300
on or before
10 August 2026
The final amount will include:
- Accommodation
- Transportation
- Visa
- Insurance
- Airfare
- Airport taxes
- Miscellaneous charges
Haj Suvidha App Benefits
The Haj Suvidha App offers:
- Flight details
- Accommodation details
- Training materials
- SOS Emergency Support
- Complaint Registration
- Feedback System
- Language Assistance
- Haj Updates
Pilgrims are strongly encouraged to use the app throughout the Haj process.
Important Advice for Applicants
The Hajj Committee has strongly advised pilgrims:
- Apply only if fully prepared to undertake Haj.
- Avoid cancellation after selection.
- Ensure all information is accurate.
- Keep your mobile number active.
- Regularly check the Hajj Suvidha App and the official website.
Cancellation of seats may attract penalties as per the Hajj 2027 guidelines.
Haj is one of the most important spiritual journeys in a Muslim’s life.
The Government of India and Haj Committee of India have now opened the registration process for Haj 2027, giving intending pilgrims nearly a month to complete their applications. Those planning to perform Haj should start preparing documents immediately, carefully read the official guidelines, and submit their applications before 20 July 2026. With online registration, digital Qurrah, and the Haj Suvidha App, the process has become more transparent and convenient than ever before.
