As of April 1, 2025, the Tamil Nadu government has reinstated the mandatory e-pass system for travelers visiting the hill stations of Ooty and Kodaikanal.
This measure aims to manage tourism flow and protect the environment during the peak season. The e-pass requirement is set to remain in effect until June 30, 2025.
Key Details:
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Effective Dates: April 1, 2025, to June 30, 2025
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Purpose: Regulate tourism and safeguard the environment in Ooty and Kodaikanal
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Who Needs an E-Pass:
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All vehicles entering Ooty and Kodaikanal with registration numbers outside the Nilgiris District
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Tourists, residents, and business visitors traveling in private vehicles
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Exemptions:
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Vehicles registered within the Nilgiris District
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Government-operated buses
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Local residents
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How to obtain Epass
Step – 1 – Visit the official website of https://tnega.tn.gov.in/
Step – 2 – Now, click on the option of Newly Launched Services, after which a box will open up on the screen.
Step – 3 – Here click on the state Tamil Nadu and then on the option of ePass_TN.
Step – 4 – Here, you will see an application form for TN e Pass so first read the form carefully.
Step – 5 – Now, Fill in the form carefully without any error.
Step – 6 – Tick on the declaration box after which you should get your registration ID.
How to Apply for TN ePass for Entry in Kodaikanal?
If you are someone traveling into Tamil Nadu, you will require an ePass too. The users have to follow these steps to apply for the TN ePass in such a case.
Step – 1 – First you have to visit the site of https://tnega.tn.gov.in/
Step – 2 – Next, you have to select from the option of whether you are traveling from any other state of India or from a foreign land.
Step – 3 – On the next page, you have to provide your mobile number and have to enter the captcha code.
Step – 4 – Now click on Send OTP.
Step – 5 – On the next page, you have to provide the OTP that you have received on your mobile number to verify it.
Step – 6 – Now on the next page, you have to select from the ePass type that you wish to avail yourself.
Step – 7 – Depending upon the selection that you have made, a form will come up that you need to fill up.
Step – 8 – Now you have to upload the necessary documents such as a medical report, or a marriage invitation card, and others to prove your purpose of visit.
Step – 9 – The ePass will be only presented after the whole verification of the details provided by you and this can take time. Till this time, you will get an application number for checking the status.
Finally, after the ePass is approved, in order to get the ePass, you have to present your Government identities document such as aadhar card, electoral card, PAN card, driving license, employee card, and passport
