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Is it necessary that both parents should have passport before applying for their child's passport?

It is not necessary that both parents should have a passport before applying for their child's passport. The advantage of either parent holding a valid passport with spouse name endorsed is that it exempts…

I am a student pursuing full time regular course in a University outside India. Do I have to travel back to India to get my Certificate of Identity re-issued?

No, the Tibetan Refugees pursuing full time regular courses at recognized foreign Universities can submit their application for re-issue of Certificate of Identity at respective Indian Mission/Post in…

Can I submit the application form for Certificate of Identity outside India?

No, the holder of Certificate of Identity who desire to get their Certificate of Identity re-issued on final expiry (10 years), should return before the expiry of Certificate of Identity to India and…

What would be the validity of a Certificate of Identity?

Certificate of Identity is generally issued for 10 years. Source: This answer is sourced from Passport Seva website.

Where can I get the Application Form for Certificate of Identity?

You can download the Application form from the Passport Seva website.Tibetan Refugees residing in India need to apply at RPO Delhi.Stateless people residing in India need to apply at the passport office…

What is a Certificate of Identity?

Certificate of Identity is normally issued to Tibetan Refugees residing in India, from the Regional Passport Office, Delhi (RPO Delhi) on recommendation by the Bureau of His Holiness the Dalai Lama (HHDL),…

What documents do I need to carry while applying for a passport through Camp?

The following documents are required for applying for a passport through Camp: Online Application Reference Number (ARN) receipt printed from Passport Seva Portal (website) SBI Payment Receipt, wherever…

Will a manually filled (in ink) application form be accepted at Passport Seva Camp?

No. Manually filled application form is not accepted at Camp. Applicants need to submit application form online, pay the applicable fee and book appointment before visiting the Camp. Source: This…

How can I make the payment before visiting to Passport Seva Camp? What are the accepted methods of payment?

Online Payment has been made mandatory for booking appointments at Passport Seva Camp. Online Payment can be made using any one of the following modes: Credit/ Debit Card (MasterCard and Visa) Internet…

Do I need to take appointment for visiting Passport Seva Camp?

Yes. You need to submit application form online, pay the applicable fee and book appointment before visiting the Camp. The information on Camp will be displayed on the Home Page of Passport Seva Portal…

Can I apply for Background Verification for GEP application through Passport Camp?

No. Background Verification for GEP applications are not accepted at Camps. Source: This answer is sourced from Passport Seva website.

Can I apply for Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) application through Passport Seva Camp?

No. PCC applications are not accepted at Camps. Source: This answer is sourced from Passport Seva website.

Can I apply for Tatkaal passport through Passport Seva Camp?

No. Tatkaal applications are not accepted at Camps. Source: This answer is sourced from Passport Seva website.

Do I need to submit a passport application form online (through Passport Seva Portal) before visiting a Passport Seva Camp?

Yes. You need to submit the application form online and then print the online Application Reference Number (ARN) receipt, which must be carried along while visiting a Camp for passport application submission.…

What category of applications can be submitted at the Passport Seva Camp?

Only applications for Fresh issuance or Re-issue (except Lost/Damaged) of passport under Normal scheme can be submitted at Camps. Tatkaal, PCC and other miscellaneous applications are not accepted at…

What is a Passport Seva Camp?

Passport Seva Camp refers to the mobile van or temporary PSK deployed in various areas situated far from the regular PSKs such as identified cities/towns and University Campuses. Applicants residing in…

I am located outside India. Do I need to be physically present at CPO office for hearing?

In case appellant is located outside India, s/he can depute someone else to appear for hearing and interact with Consular, Passport & Visa (CPV) Division of the Ministry of External Affairs on his/her…

I am unable to upload appeal documents due to their size limit while filling Passport appeal. What to do?

In case you are not able to upload documents due to the size restriction (size limit is 1 MB) at the time of filling appeal, the same can be sent by post at the correspondence address provided in the…

My payment amount is deducted but PSP portal displays payment status as 'pending' or 'failed'. What to do?

Payment status can be viewed by clicking 'View Submitted Appeal(s)' on the Home page and then clicking the 'Track Payment Status' link for the selected appeal. In case your payment amount is deducted,…

Can anyone file an appeal against adverse action on passport?

An appeal can be logged by an applicant for a passport service application when an adverse action (like rejection/refusal of application or impounding/revocation of the passport) is taken by a passport…

Can I file appeal offline against adverse action on passport?

If the file number against which appeal needs to be filed belongs to a non-live Mission/Post/Other location, then you can file the appeal offline. For this, you need to download the offline form and send…

What documents are required to file an appeal against adverse action on passport?

Following documents are required to file an appeal: Copy of the official notification/speaking order of the RPO decision against which appeal is being filed like the impound/revocation order, intimation…

How do I file an appeal against adverse action on my passport?

If there is an adverse action (like rejection/refusal of application or impounding/revocation of the passport) taken by a passport office against your passport/application, you can file an appeal by logging…

Is alias name printed on the passport?

No. Only real/ official name of the applicant is printed on the passport. Source: This answer is sourced from Passport Seva website.

What is alias name in passport?

If a person is known by any other name in addition to his real/ official name then the other name falls in the category of alias name. For example, if a person named Sreejit Kumar is known as Sree in…

My passport has expired, Can I get Surrender Certificate for the same?

Yes, expired passports too can be presented for surrendering. (Surrender is allowed only for latest passport held by the applicant). Surrender will not, however, be allowed for Impounded, Revoked, Suspended,…

Is Police Verification required for Surrender Certificate?

No, Police Verification is not required for Surrender Certificate. Source: This answer is sourced from Passport Seva website.

What are the documents required for Surrender Certificate for Passport?

You need to submit the original passport to be surrendered and proof of foreign nationality. Source: This answer is sourced from Passport Seva website.

What is the fee for Surrender Certificate for Passport?

The fee for Surrender Certificate is Five Hundred Indian Rupees (500 INR) effective from 4th September,2022. Source: This answer is sourced from Passport Seva website.

Can I fill the Passport Surrender Certificate application form online?

Yes, first you need to register at the Passport Seva Online Portal (www.passportindia.gov.in), and login to the website with registered Login Id. Then you can fill the Surrender Certificate application…

Where can I get the application form for Surrender Certificate for Passport?

You can download the Surrender Certificate printable application form through the 'Forms and Affidavits Corner' section -> Print Application Form link of Passport Seva Online Portal (www.passportindia.gov.in).…

What is a Surrender Certificate?

A Surrender Certificate is issued to applicants willing to surrender their passport at Passport Offices mainly for renunciation of Indian citizenship and acquiring foreign nationality. This is a chargeable…

Can I fill the LoC Permit online?

Yes, first you need to register at the Passport Seva Online Portal (www.passportindia.gov.in), and login to the website with registered Login Id. Then you can fill the LoC Permit online. There is no offline…

What is the fee for LoC Permit?

No fee is required for LoC Permits. Source: This answer is sourced from Passport Seva website.

What are the documents required for LoC Permit?

You need to submit one copy of the LoC Permit application form duly filled and signed in BLUE/BLACK ink along with a copy of the following documents: Proof of Date of Birth (Any one of the below mentioned…

I have an infant with me to travel across the LoC. Do I need a separate LoC Permit for him/her?

Yes. You need to separately apply for LoC Permits for infants travelling with you. Source: This answer is sourced from Passport Seva website.

Where can I submit the LoC Permit application form?

You can submit the application form and required supporting documents at Jammu or Srinagar Passport Office. Source: This answer is sourced from Passport Seva website.

Is Police Verification required for LoC Permits?

LoC Permits are issued only after verification of applicant's Indian antecedents by Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and Subsidiary Intelligence Bureau (SIB); and that of their relatives living…

What is LoC Permit?

LoC Permits are issued only by RPO Jammu and RPO Srinagar to those Jammu and Kashmir residents who want to visit their relatives living across the Line of Control (LoC) for valid reasons (like attending…

How to share Aadhaar from Digilocker to Passport seva website?

You can share the documents issued by Central/State Government from your DigiLocker account to Passport Seva system while filling the passport application form. The same can be done at Self Declaration…

How to share documents from DigiLocker to Passport Seva?

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I have applied for my date of birth change in PSK but then have told me to go to RPO office they have also send my passport for police verification. Why?

As per the policies and rules RPO is authorized to deal with dob change procedure and all such applications are escalated to RPO OFFICE. You have to visit RPO office with all the supporting documents…

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Can I get my PAN verified for passport from digilocker?

No need of verified pan for passport. Only you have to carry general pvc or original pan card.Verified aadhar needed for passport.You can verify your aadhaar yourselfDownload aadhaar on computer not on…

How can i get birth certificate for green card purpose? I have adhaar card , passport but no proof of birth as it is before 1980

You can apply for your birth certificate by submitting a application at Thahasildar office of taluk of your concerned Taluk or if your place of birth was at any metro or city corporation area you can…

I applied for a passport 18 days ago, but I haven't received the police enquiry yet. My application status shows it's under review at the passport seva kendra. Is there any issue with my file?

It is better to approach your district POLICE COMISSIONER office or SP Office concerned as soon as possible.

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I mistakenly filled birth place wrong in the passport application and submitted the form. Now how can I edit the form?

NO need to worry. And if the application once submitted you cant change the particulars in the application on online. But you can change the any details at PSK during the time of YOUR appointment.…

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Why my passport is delaying even after successful police verification and I am waiting for 2 months now?

Please check your current status on passportseva portal by providing your file number and Date of birth. If status shows that “Your application is under review at RPO” it is better to visit your RPO.

What should I do if my passport has been under review at the Regional Passport Office (RPO) for the past three days, and I have just realized that there is a mistake on the application where my permanent and temporary addresses have been mismatched? I urgently need my passport, so what steps can I take to resolve this issue quickly?

There is no quick way if you have mentioned both permanent and temporary addresses for your passport. Having two addresses closes your chances for urgent processing. It's better to consult a travel agency…

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My daughter's passport application is under review for last 4 weeks after police verification. Is there any difference between popsk and psk? What should I do to get it faster I need it urgently

Yes. If any one need thier passport urgently it is better to submitt in psk and do not go to popsk (post office passport seva kendra). Because the application which is submitted in POPsK were not granted…

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My mom dob is 1960. She don't have her school certificate and birth certificate. Can she get passport with adhar card and voters ID?

From 1 January 1989 ,it is compulsory you submit birth certificate for applying passport. But your mom's date of birth is 1960, so you do not need birth certificate. You submit your mom Aadhar card…

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How do I make an affidavit for a lost and damaged passport?

Here is the step by step procedure to make an affidavit for lost & damaged passport Step 1: Buy two non-judicial e-stamp paper from co-operative bank, court, or sub-registrar near you. (One for affidavit…

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What are the documents required for getting passport ?

Copy of any of the following documents can be submitted as address proof • Valid ration card with present address • Election ID card with present address • Aadhaar card • Phone bill,Water…

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How much will it cost to get a passport?

For regular or normal passport applications it will cost INR 1500.For Tatkal Passport, it will cost INR 3500If you are going through an agent, a service charge needs to be paid to the agent. You can also…

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How to apply for passport ?

You can apply for passport in the below link. Passport Seva Online Portal

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What are the documents required for Passport Renewal ?

List of documents required for renewing passport are different based on your needs. You can check the documents required from this link. Passport Reissue Documents

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I lost my passport recently. I've applied for a duplicate passport. I want to know if the new passport will have the same number as my old passport, or a new number?

The new passport will have a new passport number, with a fresh validity of 10 years.

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What is the procedure to apply for duplicate passport in case of lost or damaged passport?

To apply for duplicate passport in case of lost or damaged passport, you have to fill the Passport Application form and apply for "Re-issue" of passport. Register through the Passport Seva Online Portal…

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How can I track the status of Passport ?

You can track the status of passport here.

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What would be the validity of a minor's passport?

The validity of a minor's passport is restricted to five years or till they attain the age of 18, whichever is earlier. But the minors aged between 15 to 18 years can apply either for a 10-year validity…

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There is a spelling mistake of my name in the passport. What should I do?

If you find any mistake/error in the particulars printed in the passport booklet as per the application form submitted, please return the passport for necessary rectification. Any additional fees required…

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How to track the status of Passport ?

You can track the status of passport here. http://passportindia.gov.in/App..

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Can I apply for Police Clearance Certificate application online for passport?

Yes, you can apply for Police Clearance Certificate application online. Follow the below procedure to do it. Register through the Passport Seva Online Portal. https://portal2.passpo.. Login to the…

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What is the definition of damaged passport?

Damaged passport is classified based on the extent of damage, i.e.: Damaged Passport - Passport number is readable, name is legible and Photo is intact Damaged beyond recognition/ mutilated/smudged…

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Can I get a passport without police verification?

Depending on whether an application is for issue of fresh passport or re-issue of passport, Passport Office shall decide whether Police Verification is required for issuance of passport to you. In most…

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I got a message from VM-TCSPSK informing that "Police has submitted Clear report for your previous Address1". What does this means?

As part of passport application, you might have given multiple addresses as you have stayed in multiple locations in last one year. Police has verified one of those location as part of passport verification…

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For passport application, the file status on the website indicates that my police verification is "adverse". What does this mean?

The most likely problem is: Your police report says you do not reside at the address given, or that you were not available for police verification. If you feel that the absence was temporary and that…

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What are various Police Verification modes for passport?

There are 2 modes of police verification: Police Verification is required on a Post-Passport Issuance basis. Police Verification is required on Pre-Passport Issuance basis. Depending on whether an application…

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What should I do if I shifted to another address before police verification for passport?

He/She should intimate the In charge of Police Station

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What is the process to change the date/place of birth in the passport?

To change the date/place of birth in the passport, you have to apply for a "Re-issue" of passport and get the specified change done in the personal particulars. You can check for the documents required…

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Currently i am staying in the PG . is their possible to get passport in with in week ??

You can apply for Tatkal passport and you will receive with in 10 days.

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Can I get Passport within 10 days ?

If you need the passport urgently, you can go for the tatkaal passport scheme. You will get passport within 7 days.However under tatkaal scheme, it will take more than INR 3500 to obtain it. There is…

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What is the procedure to change photograph of a child in the passport?

To change the photograph in the passport, you have to apply for "Re-issue" of passport.

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For passport application, the file status on the website indicates that my police verification is "incomplete". What does this mean?

The most likely problem is: Your police report says you have been at your current address for less than a year. It is necessary to obtain clearance from all your previous addresses for the past one year,…

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My father is a Government Employee. Can I be issued passport without police verification ?

Dependent family members of Government/Public Sector/Statutory body employees can be issued passport without police verification, if they submit the following additional documents along with their application…

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I am not staying at the permanent address mentioned in address proof document.For passport verification, will the police verification be done at my Permanent address ?

Police verification will be done at both permanent and present address.

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Can a minor submit his/her deceased parent's passport copy and death certificate to avail NO Police verification?

In the given case the applicant doesn't have to submit the deceased parent's passport copy and death certificate of his/her parents. Following documents have to be submitted: Proof of DOB Proof of Present…

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What do I do if I lose my passport?

Loss of passport should be immediately reported to the nearest Police Station and to the Passport Office or Indian Mission, if abroad. You can apply for "Re-issue" of passport at your nearest Passport…

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In how many days is the Tatkal passport issued?

Tatkal Passport is a fast track passport issue or re-issue facility especially provided when any one needs the passport urgently.Your passport will be dispatched by authorities within one working day.Though…

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The pages in my passport booklet have exhausted. What is the procedure to apply for new booklet?

You need to apply for "Re-issue" of passport. A new passport booklet would be issued to you with a fresh validity of 10 years.

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Is there police verification to renew passport ?

Police verification is not required for renewing passport.

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My passport expired 3 years ago. What is the procedure to re-issue it?

You have to fill up the Passport Application Form and apply for "Re-issue of Passport". You can submit the filled in application form at a Passport Seva Kendra with in the jurisdiction of your Passport…

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Is No Police Verification possible in case of change in name of Govt. employees? If yes, what documents are required for passport?

The following documents are required: Issue of fresh passport: In case of change in name of Govt./PSU/statutory body employees, Pre Police Verification (PV) will be done. Post Police Verification (PV)…

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Will Police Verification be done for the applicant having Diplomatic/Official passport and applying for ordinary passport while in service?

In the given case, Government/Public Sector/Statutory body employees can be issued passport without police verification (PV), if they submit Identity Certificate in original as per Annexure "A" as an…

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How many days will it take to get Passport?

It depends on case to case e.g. whether applied under tatkal scheme or normal scheme. Also whether passport is to be issued on post-police verification basis or pre-police verification basis. Under normal…

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Do I need to be personally present for Police Verification?

Yes, it would be advisable that you should be physically present at the time of Police Verification.

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I lost my passport and have been sent to India on Emergency Certificate. What are the documents required to issue a new passport?

In case of lost passport, you need to apply for re-issue of passport. Following documents must be submitted along with the application: Proof of Present Address Proof of Date of Birth Affidavit stating…

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Why is birth certificate required for passport ?

Birth certificate is not compulsory for passport. You can submit any one of the following documents as the proof of DOB while submitting the passport application: Birth Certificate Transfer/School…

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What should I do if I have lost my passport and have to travel to India urgently ?

If you have lost your passport during traveling, then you can come to India on the basis of "Emergency Certificate". For the issuance of "Emergency Certificate", you need to contact the respective mission/post…

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I am a Retired Government official. Can I be issued a passport without Police Verification?

You cannot obtain a passport without police verification. But, if you apply under the Tatkaal scheme or submit "Pension Payment Order", passport can be issued on Post police verification basis (i.e. police…

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I lost my passport. What should I do ?

Loss of passport should be immediately reported to the nearest Police Station and to the Passport Office (PO) or Indian Mission, if abroad. Also apply for "Re-issue" of passport at your nearest Passport…

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Can I get passport details from my name and date of birth in India ?

Currently there is no facility available in Passport Seva website to provide details about person from their name and date of birth.

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I am an NRI. I lost my Indian passport but I don't have photocopy of the same. What should I do?

Photocopy of the old passport is not a mandatory document to be submitted in case of lost/damaged/stolen passport. It should be produced, if it is available. But you will be required to produce, the previous…

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What does Re-issue of passport means ? Is it same as passport renewal ?

Passport reissue is not same as passport renewal. Passport renewal occurs when validity of passport got expired or due to get expired. Passport reissue occurs in the following cases.…

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Can I get passport details from passport number by online in India?

You cannot get passport details from passport number. It is not available in the Passport Seva Website.

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I applied for my passport 6 months ago and the police verification is still pending? Should I keep waiting or can I apply in the new system?

The Regional Passport office (RPO) has embarked on a special pendency clearance drive. Please wait for four weeks. If you still do not receive your passport, please visit the Passport Office (PO).

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Is Police Verification done for Government employees or passport?

Government employees can be issued passport without police verification, if they submit Identity Certificate in original as per Annexure "A" as an additional document along with the application form.…

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How will I know the type of police verification on which I will be issued passport?

The type of police verification on which the applicant would be issued passport depends on the decision taken by Passport Office. But the applicant can submit the additional required documents along with…

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I have stayed at multiple addresses during last one year. Will the police verification be done at all the places for the passport?

Yes, the police verification will be done at all the addresses where the applicant has resided in the last one year.

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Can I apply for the passport at a Passport Office as it is near to my place?

No, you cannot apply for a passport at a Passport Office. You need to visit Passport Seva Kendra to submit your passport application.

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How to apply for Police Clearance Certificate application online for passport ?

Register through the Passport Seva Online Portal. https://portal2.pass.. Login to the Passport Seva Online Portal with the Login Id created in Step 1. Click "Apply for Police Clearance Certificate" link.…

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