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\ud83d\udccc ePass for Ooty (Nilgiris District) \u2013 Latest Rules (2024)
\n1. Who Needs It?
\n– All tourists entering Nilgiris district (Ooty, Coonoor, Kotagiri)
\n– Applies to: Private cars, taxis, buses (including Karnataka\/Kerala vehicles)<\/p>\n
2. How to Apply?
\n\u2705 Online Portal: [https:\/\/tnepass.tnega.org](https:\/\/tnepass.tnega.org)
\n\u2705 Mobile App: “TN ePass” (Android\/iOS)<\/p>\n
3. Documents Required
\n– Vehicle RC
\n– ID proof (Aadhaar\/Driving License)
\n– Travel details (date, entry\/exit points)<\/p>\n
4. Processing Time
\n– Instant approval (if no restrictions)
\n– Max. 24 hours during peak season<\/p>\n
5. Validity
\n– Single entry: 1-3 days (based on itinerary)
\n– Multi-day trips: Specify exact dates<\/p>\n
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\ud83d\ude97 Entry Checkpoints (Where ePass is Checked)
\n1. Mettupalayam (NH181) \u2013 Main route from Coimbatore
\n2. Gudalur (Kerala-TN border)
\n3. Kotagiri (From Mysore side)<\/p>\n
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\u26a0\ufe0f Important Notes
\n– No ePass = \u20b9500 fine (Tourists sent back)
\n– Weekend Restrictions: Sometimes, only odd\/even vehicles allowed (check portal)
\n– Return Pass: Generate separately if exiting via different route<\/p>\n
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\u274c When ePass is NOT Required?
\n– Locals with Nilgiris address proof
\n– Govt.\/emergency vehicles<\/p>\n
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\ud83d\udca1 Pro Tips
\n1. Apply 2-3 days before travel (Peak season delays)
\n2. Carry print\/digital copy \u2013 No network in ghats
\n3. Check live status: Twitter handle @NiligirisDistrict<\/p>\n
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If you’re planning to drive to Ooty (or any hill station in Tamil Nadu), you need an ePass (Electronic Pass) due to COVID-19 restrictions. Here\u2019s everything you need to know: — \ud83d\udccc ePass for Ooty (Nilgiris District) \u2013 Latest Rules (2024) 1. Who Needs It? – All tourists entering Nilgiris district (Ooty, Coonoor, Kotagiri) – […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":50,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[],"offerexpiration":[],"class_list":["post-49","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-guide"],"yoast_head":"\n