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F1 Visa requirement of passport validity of 6 months "beyond the period of stay"

I need to apply for an F1 VISA from India for a Ph.D. program in the US that starts this fall. But apart from the issue regarding consulates only taking emergency applications, one requirement is "A passport valid for travel to the United States with a validity date at least six months beyond your intended period of stay in the United States (unless country-specific agreements provide exemptions)."

My passport will expire in 2023, while my 4-year program will go until 2025. Do I need to first get my passport renewed before applying for the F1? I wouldn't want to manage to secure an appointment, only to be rejected for a passport expiration issue. Any help and guidance would be much appreciated!

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