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Where to apply?
Application Channels Overview :
Q: What are the various locations where I can submit my application for obtaining a passport?
A: You can submit Passport Application Form Online or via District Passport Cell (DPC) of your district.

Q: What are the various channels through which I can apply for Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)?
A: For Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) you need to fill the Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) Form online via e-Form Submission (preferred) or via Online Form Submission. For submitting your Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) application online, you need to register yourself as a user on our website (www.passportindia.gov.in). To create your user account, please click on "Register" link on Home page.

Q: Where can I submit the diplomatic /official passport application form?
A: Normally applications for diplomatic and official passports are entertained only at the Consular, Passport and Visa (CPV) Division, Patiala House, New Delhi. However, you can also choose to apply at the Passport Office attached to your present residential address, if you reside outside the National Capital Region.

Q: Can anyone else submit my passport application on my behalf?
A: Under the new system, it is mandatory for all applicants to be physically present at the Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) along with Application Print receipt and original documents after submitting application Online.

Q: I want to add my spouse name on my passport. Where can I apply for the same?
OR
I want to change my existing personal particulars in the passport. Where can I apply for the same?
A: If you want to add spouse name in your passport, you need to apply for reissue of passport. You can submit the filled in Passport Application Form at any Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) within the jurisdiction of your Passport Office. You can also fill the form online before coming to Passport Seva Kendra (PSK).

Q: What are the various DOs and DON'Ts for applicants applying at District Passport Cell (DPC)?
A: The various DOs and DON'Ts for applicants applying at District Passport Cell (DPC) are:
Photograph : Paste colour photograph having white/light background, No signature/ stamp on the pasted photograph, Size- 4.5 cm x 3.5 cm, photograph on the application form should be of the applicant only.
Demand Draft : Should be issued by a Scheduled bank, Validity 60 days or more from date of submission, Draft should be of exact amount of fee, as applicable and not be torn/soiled.
Documents : Self-attested photocopies of the supporting documents that need to be submitted along with the form (In case of submission at Citizen Service Centre (CSC), particularly at Bangalore-1, applicants are requested to attach attested photocopies (either gazetted official or notary) of all documents with the application form.)CLEAR photocopies, One documentary proof is sufficient for each document category, Documents should be correctly mentioned in the "ENCLOSURES" section and properly attached, Personal Details mentioned in the application form should match the details in the enclosed documents e.g. address, employment type, gender, Parent's/Spouse name, citizenship, Date of Birth.
Application form : Only passport application forms in NEW FORMAT will be accepted, form should not be torn/soiled, form should be complete/correct in all respects e.g. valid 10 digit mobile number, Education Qualifications & Emergency Contact Details should be mentioned clearly, Present/Permanent Address with correct Pin code is filled, 'Residing since' and both references should be provided, ECNR category to be appropriately mentioned. In "Place of Birth" column, only "Village", "District" and "State" needs to be mentioned; "Post" and "Taluk" not required.
Signature : Applicant should sign/ provide thumb impression STRICTLY within the designated box below the photograph and also at the self declaration in the last page.

Q: What are the key changes with respect to passport application submission at District Passport Cells/?
A: Only fresh passport applications will now be accepted at District Passport Cells. Therefore, following cases will NOT be handled at District Passport Cells:
Reissue Case
Tatkaal Case
Complex Case
Miscellaneous services (e.g. Police Clearance Certificate (PCC))

Online
Q: Can I apply online for reissue of passport?
A: Yes
Q: Can I apply for Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) application online?
A: Yes

Q: How can I apply for a passport online?
OR
What are the things I need to take care of while applying for a passport online? (Checklist)
A: To apply online, you need to be a registered user. When you apply online, you also have an option to download an e-Form that you can fill offline and upload later on. For downloading the form you need not be a registered user, but for uploading the form you need to register yourself.
To apply for a passport online , please click on "Home". You can also upload the documents required for applying the passport. You should have the scanned copy of the documents.
Passport Seva Kendra (PSK)

Q: What is a Passport Seva Kendra (PSK)?
A: Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) will facilitate front-end activities of passport issuance. Hence, it will facilitate the issuing of passport to applicants. These centres will cover functionalities from token issuance to final granting of application for passport issue/re-issue and other services.
Passport Office (PO)

Q: What is a Passport Office (PO)?
A: Passport Office (PO) would handle all back-end activities required for processing all passport applications. The POs would be responsible for (i)printing (ii)lamination (iii) dispatch of Passports, and (iv) granting of applications received through District Passport Cell (DPCbesides attending to (I) establishment matters, (ii) legal cases and (iii) financial matters.

Q: What kinds of applications are handled at a Passport Office?
A: Following types of applications are processed at a Passport Office (PO):
Special purpose passports for visiting countries like Israel/Taiwan
Diplomatic and Official Passports
Further processing of District Passport Cell (DPC and cases sent by respective Passport Seva Kendra (PSK).
Further processing of Complex Cases escalated by Assistant Passport Officer (APO) at Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) to Regional Passport Officer (RPO) at Passport Office (PO)

Q: I want to apply for a fresh passport. Can I apply for the passport at a Passport Back Office as it is near to my place?
A: No, you cannot apply for a passport at a Passport Back Office. You need to visit Passport Seva Kendra (PSK)//District Passport Cell (DPC in your area to submit your passport application.
District Passport Cell (DPC) of your district

Q: What is a District Passport Cell (DPC)?
A: District Passport Cell (DPC) is a collection centre where application forms pertaining to issue of fresh passports can be submitted. All the forms that are collected are then sent to the designated Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) for further processing.

Q: Can I apply for a passport under the Tatkaal scheme at District Passport Cell (DPC)?
A: Tatkaal applications are accepted only at Passport Seva Kendra (PSK). They are not accepted at District Passport Cell (DPC).

Q: Can online registered application be submitted at District Passport Cell (DPC)?
A: Online registered applications have to be submitted at Passport Seva Kendra (PSK)/ . They are not accepted at District Passport Cell (DPC).

Q: The validity of my passport is expiring in six months. Can I apply for reissue of passport through District Passport Cell (DPC) available in my district?
A: No, you cannot apply for reissue of passport through District Passport Cell (DPC available in your district. Only application form pertaining to issue of fresh passport can be submitted at District Passport Cell (DPC).

Q: What documents I need to carry while applying for a passport in District Passport Cell (DPC)?
A: When you go to a District Passport Cell (DPC)/Speed Post Centre (SPC) or Citizen Service Centre (CSC) for submitting your application form, please carry:
Self-attested photocopies of the supporting documents that need to be submitted along with the form (In case of submission at Citizen Service Centre (CSC), particularly at Bangalore-1, applicants are requested to attach attested photocopies (either gazetted official or notary) of all documents with the application form).
Originals of the supporting documents
Your recent passport size photograph (4.5 cm length x 3.5 cm width) in colour
Filled application form
Demand Draft (DD) drawn in favor of "PAO-MEA" payable at the city where the Regional Passport Office (RPO) is located, if you are paying fee by DD.
If you are not carrying passport form, you may buy the same from District Passport Cell (DPC and fill it there itself. To know the document details, please click on "Documents Required" link on Home page.

Q: I submitted my application at District Passport Cell (DPC and forgot to attach one document. Where should I submit the same?
A: You need to visit the Passport Office for submitting the missing documents.