Indian Passport Application Process
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Step-by-step guide to apply for a new Indian passport or reissue an existing one.
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Gather required documents
Collect all necessary documents before starting the application.
Proof of address
Aadhaar card, voter ID, utility bill, or rent agreement (not older than 1 year).
Proof of date of birth
Birth certificate, PAN card, school leaving certificate, or existing passport (for re-issue).
Proof of identity
PAN card, Aadhaar, voter ID, or driving licence.
Photographs
Two recent colour photos with white background, size 2x2 inches.
Create account on Passport Seva portal
Register on the official Passport Seva website to access the application form.
New user registration
Click 'New User Registration' and select applicant type (fresh/re-issue).
Fill details
Enter name, date of birth, email, mobile number, and create a login ID.
Verify OTP
You will receive OTP on email and mobile; enter both to verify and activate account.
Fill and submit application
Log in, complete the online application form, and submit it.
Login
Log in to your account using credentials.
Start fresh application
Click 'Apply for Fresh Passport/Re-issue of Passport'.
Fill form
Complete personal, family, and address details; upload scanned documents.
Submit and note ARN
Review entries, submit, and save the Application Reference Number (ARN) shown.
Pay fee and schedule appointment
Pay the prescribed fee and book an appointment at your chosen PSK.
Select PSK
After payment, choose the nearest Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or Post Office PSK.
Choose date
Pick a convenient date from the calendar; slots are shown in green.
Choose time slot
Select an available time slot and confirm to generate appointment receipt.
Visit PSK for verification and biometrics
Go to the Passport Seva Kendra for document verification and biometric enrollment.
Arrive early
Reach the PSK at least 15 minutes before your appointed time with token slip.
Document verification
Submit original documents and photocopies at Counter A for initial check.
Biometrics
Proceed to Counter B for fingerprint scanning, photograph, and signature capture.
Collect acknowledgment
Receive the acknowledgment slip with your ARN and appointment date.
Track application and collect passport
Monitor your application status online and collect the passport when ready.
SMS/email alerts
Ensure your mobile number is registered to receive automatic status updates.
Passport ready intimation
You will receive an SMS when your passport is printed and ready for dispatch.
Collect passport
Visit the PSK with the acknowledgment slip and original ID proof to collect your passport; verify details before leaving.