How to Check Passport Status Online and Offline

It is very easy to track your passport application through the mPassport Seva mobile app. The app is available for download on both iOS and Android smartphones. Follow the below mentioned steps:

1. Download and install the mPassport Seva app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android).
2. Complete your registration on the app using your credentials.
3. Log in to the app and go to the passport application status tracking section.
4. Enter your application file number and date of birth.
5. Your passport application will be displayed on the homescreen.

You only require the following two details to check your passport application status:

You can also track your passport application status offline. Choose any of the following methods to track your application:

Track Passport Application Status via SMS

Follow these steps to check your passport application status via SMS:

1. Use the mobile number that you have registered with your passport application.
2. Send an SMS in the format: "STATUS (File Number)"" to 9704100100.
3. You will receive the current status of your passport application via SMS.

Note: You will be charged standard SMS charges to use this service.

Passport applicants can also check their passport application status through the National Call Centre. Follow these steps: :

1. Dial the toll-free number 1800-258-1800.
2. Then you will be connected to either a customer service executive or an Automated Interactive Voice Response (IVR) system.
3. Provide your file number and request the status of your passport application.
4. Use the following contact numbers (service charges may apply) for specific regions:
   • Jammu and Kashmir: 040-66720567
   • Northeastern states: 040-66720581

Follow these simple steps to check your passport application status in person at any Passport Seva Kendra (PSK):

1. Visit the nearest Passport Seva Kendra (PSK).
2. Approach the information counter at the PSK.
3. Provide your file number and request to check the current status of your passport application.
4. Alternatively, you can also send an email to the respective PSK office to inquire about your application status.

Follow these steps to track the application status via the helpdesk:

1. Visit the nearest Passport Seva Kendra.
2. Go to the information counter at the PSK.
3. Request to check the current status of your submitted passport application by providing your file number.
4. You can also send an email to the PSK office to request updates on your application status.

The passport applicants can also track their status via Indian Speed Post by following the steps below:

• Log in to the Passport Seva Portal and go to the 'Check Passport Status' section.
• Enter your application details, such as the file number and date of birth.
• After logging in, you can track the real-time progress of your passport's dispatch through Indian Speed Post.

After submitting your passport application, the passport office initiates a police verification process to verify your credentials. You can track your police verification status via the steps mentioned below:

1. Visit the official Passport Seva Portal.
2. Select the 'Track Application Status' option.
3. Enter your application reference number or provide your date of birth along with the passport office details.
4. Click on 'Track Status'.
5. Here, you can check your passport application status along with the police verification process.

Passport applicants can also check their passport application status by using their name if they do not have a file number or other reference details. To do so:

1. Visit the official Passport Seva Portal.
2. Click on the 'Track Application Status' section.
3. Enter your name, date of birth, and 15-digit file number (if available).
4. Submit the information to view the current status of your application.

This method is particularly useful when you only have limited details available.

Additional Notes:

• Keep your file number or tracking number safe to track the passport application.
• Contact your Regional Passport Office or the nearest Speed Post Centre for assistance if you are facing any issue regarding the delivery of your passport.

The introduction of new technology and online methods have made it very easy for the indian passport applicant to check their passport status in real time. You can use any of the above mentioned mentors to track your passport status online and offline from submission and verification to dispatch and delivery.