Description : This document enables the bearer to travel internationally and serves as proof of Indian citizenshipEligibility : for allProcess : (a)Online process:

1. Register at https://portal2.passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/welcomeLink#
2. Click on “new user registration” button.
3. Fill in the required details in the form and submit.
4. Click the “Pay and Schedule Appointment” link on the “View Saved/Submitted Applications” screen to schedule an appointment. (Note :Online Payment has been made mandatory for booking appointments at all PSK/POPSK/PO)
5. Click the “Print Application Receipt” link to print the application receipt containing Application Reference Number (ARN)/Appointment Number. 6.Visit the Passport Seva Kendra (PSK)/Regional Passport Office (RPO) where appointment has been booked, along with original documents. (Note: Carrying printout of Application Receipt is no longer required. An SMS with your appointment details is also accepted as proof of appointment during your visit to Passport Office.) (b)Offline process:
6. Go to Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) / Mini Passport Seva Kendra (Mini PSK) / District Passport Cell (DPC) /Select Speed Post Centre(s) (SPC) / Citizen Service Centre (CSC) in your district / within the jurisdiction of your Passport Office.
7. Fill the application form and book an appointment after paying the fees.
8. Go to the PSK location mentioned in the application receipt on the appointment date with original proofs and documents.
9. After Police Verification you will receive your passport within 3 working days to your address.Benefit :