If you wish to apply for a passport, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) runs the Passport Seva through various Passport Seva Kendras across the country. The Passport Seva program has ushered in a major digital transformation in passport services in the last six years. With the introduction of the facility of passport registration and passport application in various post offices by India Post in the country, now applying for passport has become much easier. Applicants can apply for this by visiting the nearest Post Office Common Service Center or CSC counter.
India Post has told about the new feature through a tweet. It is now easy to register and apply for passport at your nearest post office CSC counter, the tweet said. You can visit the nearest post office for more details.
Passport in India is one of the most important documents for any Indian citizen, as it is an important document for international travel apart from proof of identity. There are many important documents required while applying for a passport.
Know which documents are necessary
- Identity proof such as Aadhar card, election voter ID, or any valid photo ID.
- Proof of age, birth certificate, school leaving certificate, etc.
- Driving License, Pan Card, Aadhar Card.
- Address proof like electricity bill, water bill, gas connection, mobile bill.
- Photo passbook of running bank account.
The Ministry of External Affairs has now made all the passport application process online. So, if you want to apply for a new passport, you have to apply online.
How to apply for a passport online in India
Step 1: Visit the official website of Passport Seva i.e. passportindia.gov.in. Go to
Step 2: If you are an existing user, you can log in using the old login ID and password. But, if you are using for the first time, you will need to register and create a new account.
Step 3: On the home page, click on ‘Register Now’ under the ‘New User’ tab.
Step 4: Next, enter the User ID and Password, then enter the captcha code for verification and click on ‘Register’.
Step 5: Now, login to the Passport Seva online portal with the registered login ID.
Step 6: After login, choose from the given options and click on the link ‘Fresh Passport / Re-issue of Passport’.
Step 7: Fill the required details carefully in the application form and click on the link ‘Upload e-Form’ to submit.
Step 8: Next, on the ‘View saved/submitted applications’ screen, click on the link ‘Pay and schedule appointment’ to schedule an appointment.
Step 9: Finally click on the link ‘Print Application Receipt’ to take a printout of the application receipt. The receipt contains the application reference number or appointment number which should be kept safe for future reference.
