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The Hajj Committee of India is responsible for organizing and coordinating the yearly pilgrimage to Mecca and Medina for thousands of Indian Muslims. The committee has introduced new guidelines, embarkation points, and a short-duration package to enhance the convenience of pilgrims for Hajj 2026.
In this article, we have discussed all that you need to know regarding the Hajj Committee of India 2026, including Qurrah results, fee information, embarkation points, and the recently introduced short-duration Hajj package.
About the Hajj Committee of India
The Hajj Committee of India is a statutory organization constituted under the Hajj Committee Act, 2002. It operates under the Ministry of Minority Affairs, Government of India, and is tasked with organizing and facilitating all Hajj-related activities for Indian pilgrims.
Its main responsibilities include:
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Managing the application process for Hajj pilgrims.
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Conducting the Qurrah draw (lottery system) for selection.
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Arranging flights and embarkation points.
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Coordinating with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for smooth Hajj operations.
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Ensuring the welfare and safety of pilgrims during their stay.
Hajj 2026: Qurrah Results
The Qurrah draw of lots for Hajj 2026 was organized on August 13, 2025, at Hajj House, Mumbai. This online lottery system randomly picks pilgrims from among the applicants.
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The results are available on the official website: www.hajcommittee.gov.in.
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Applicants can check their selection status by entering their Cover Number.
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Notifications are also sent via SMS to registered mobile numbers.
How to Check Qurrah Result Online
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Visit hajcommittee.gov.in.
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Click on the “Hajj 2026 Qurrah Result” link.
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Enter your Cover Number.
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View your selection status (Provisionally Selected, Waitlisted, or Not Selected).
Advance Hajj Fee for 2026
All provisionally selected pilgrims must pay the advance Hajj fee by the given deadline.
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Amount: ₹1,52,300
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Last Date for Payment: August 20, 2025
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Failure to pay the fee will lead to the cancellation of the selection.
Hajj 2026: Embarkation Points
For Hajj 2026, the Hajj Committee of India has approved 18 embarkation points across the country. These include major cities such as:
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Delhi
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Mumbai
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Kolkata
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Chennai
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Hyderabad
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Bengaluru
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Lucknow
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Ahmedabad
Update: Bhopal, Vijayawada, and Aurangabad will not serve as embarkation points for Hajj 2026.
Short Duration Hajj Package 2026
For the first time, the Hajj Committee of India has introduced a short-duration Hajj package aimed at working professionals and those with limited time.
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Duration: 20 days (compared to the usual 40–45 days).
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Quota: Over 10,000 pilgrims.
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If applications exceed the quota, Qurrah lottery will determine the final list.
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The package is designed to make Haj more accessible and flexible.
India’s Total Hajj Quota 2026
India’s total quota under the government Hajj scheme is 1,75,025 pilgrims for the year 2026.
Official Website of Hajj Committee of India
For all official announcements, Qurrah results, fee payment, and guidelines, pilgrims should only refer to the official website:
www.hajcommittee.gov.in
Conclusion
The India Hajj Committee 2026 has introduced key improvements for the pilgrims, such as digital Qurrah results, the deadline of the advance fee, additional embarkation points, and a short-duration Hajj package. Pilgrims are requested to keep checking the official website and SMS alerts to remain updated.
Through these changes, the Hajj Committee continues to work towards making the pilgrimage more accessible, organized, and pilgrim-friendly for Indian Muslims.