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Planning a trip to Sela Pass? Check Arunachal Pradesh ILP requirements, Sela Pass travel rules, documents, altitude and essential travel tips.
There is no separate Sela Pass permit. Sela is a high-altitude transit route on the way to Tawang, not a restricted border destination like Bum La. Indian tourists need an Arunachal Pradesh ILP, which covers travel through Sela Pass.
Yes — Arunachal Pradesh ILP is required for Indian tourists entering the state. That ILP is what you need to travel through Sela Pass towards Tawang.
Tourist eILP is generally valid for up to 14 days. Apply on the Arunachal Pradesh eILP Portal — Apply Online .
Open the Arunachal Pradesh eILP Portal — Apply Online .
Create an account or log in with your registered details.
Select the tourist category unless another category applies.
Fill in Tawang / West Kameng destinations, dates and entry point.
Upload a valid photo ID and photograph as required.
Verify the current fee on the portal and complete payment.
Carry a copy of the issued permit throughout your Arunachal journey.
Sela Pass is at about 13,700 feet. The classic road is Tezpur → Bomdila → Sela Pass → Tawang. The Sela Tunnel is a new tunnel that bypasses the pass in some conditions and can improve all-weather connectivity.
Snow, ice and landslides can affect both the pass road and connecting highways. Check current road status in Tawang or Bomdila before you travel, and allow extra time in winter.
Late spring through autumn is generally more reliable. Winter travel is possible on some days but depends on snow clearance and whether the tunnel or pass road is open.
Sela Pass is a transit route covered by the Arunachal Pradesh ILP. Unlike Sela Pass which is a transit route, Bum La Pass requires a special permit from the DC Office and Indian Army.
| Point | Sela Pass | Bum La Pass |
|---|---|---|
| Role | Transit route to Tawang | Restricted India–China border destination |
| Permit | Arunachal Pradesh ILP only | ILP + special DC / Army permit |
| Altitude | ~13,700 feet | ~15,200 feet |
Wizzride operates connecting hill routes such as Bagdogra Airport to Gangtok, which can form part of a wider Northeast itinerary before you enter Arunachal with a valid ILP.
Bagdogra Airport to Gangtok Shared CabYes. Indian tourists need an Arunachal Pradesh ILP to enter the state. Sela Pass is on the transit route to Tawang and is covered by that ILP.
No. Unlike Bum La Pass, Sela Pass does not require a separate destination-specific permit. The applicable Arunachal Pradesh ILP covers travel through Sela Pass.
Apply online on the official eILP portal at eilp.arunachal.gov.in. Tourist eILP is generally valid for up to 14 days.
Sela Pass is at an altitude of about 13,700 feet.
The pass can be affected by snow, ice and landslides, especially in winter. The Sela Tunnel now bypasses the pass in some conditions. Check road status before travel.
The Sela Tunnel is a new high-altitude tunnel on the Tawang route. In some conditions it bypasses the older Sela Pass road and improves all-weather connectivity.
Sela Pass lies on the Bomdila–Tawang highway. Travel time from Tawang depends on weather and whether the tunnel or the pass road is in use.
Wizzride operates connecting hill routes such as Bagdogra Airport to Gangtok. Use that service as part of a wider Northeast itinerary, then continue into Arunachal with a valid ILP.
Once your permit is ready, book your Wizzride shared or reserved cab for a comfortable journey across Northeast India.
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