Thursday, April 18, 2013

How to apply for Passport Online Applying passport made easy online


Applying for a passport is now an easy and hassle free option. No need to go to the passport office and wait for a long time. You don't have to stand in a queue to get your documents and passport application form scrutinized. Now you have the facility to apply for your passport online. This will save out time. Below you can find the detailed steps as to how you can apply for your passport online.


Steps to apply for your passport online

1. First you need to register to apply for a passport online.

2. Visit the passport seva homepage and register yourself with all the details that is asked for. You will
be provided with a UserID and Password.

3. Download the  E-form that is available at the official website

4. Fill the application form as per the instruction provided. You need to check the instructions carefully
before filling the application form.

5. After filling the application form click on validate button to check all the information are provided.

6. After successful validation click the save button.The e-form will be saved in XML format.

7. Log-in to the website using your UserID and password.

8. Upload the e-form in the XML format by using the upload e-form link.

9. After successfully uploading the e-form, go to the Manage appointment link to fix an appointment. You
can find the link under view -> saved application page.

10. Select the nearest Passport Seva kendra PSK and fix an appointment by selecting the date and time.

11. You can use the Print Application Receipt link to take a copy of the receipt. The receipt will have your
application reference number which can be used for future reference.

12. Visit the PSK on the specified date and time with all the documents in original.

13. Your application forms and original documents will be verified. You need to sign the application form.

15. Photograph will be taken at the PSK office and you need to pay the passport application fee by cash at
the cash counter.

16. You will be provided with a acknowledgement number which can be used to track the status of your
passport application online.

Documents required to apply for passport

Present Address Proof

Water Bill, Telephone (landline or postpaid mobile bill), Electricity bill, Election Commission Photo ID
card, Aadhaar Card, Applicant's current and valid ration card or One-year statement (with transactions)/
Passbook of running bank account.


Date of Birth Proof

Birth Certificate, School leaving certificate.


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