Required Documents to Apply for an Indian Passport

The Indian passport is a very important document while traveling abroad. It is your key identification document. But you can not just apply and get an indian passport. To get an indian passport, you need to provide some documents. Then the Ministry of External Affairs evaluates your passport application and decides whether to issue or not issue your indian passport.

1. Documents Required for Fresh Passport

Address Proof (Submit any one)

• Aadhaar Card / E-Aadhaar
• Electricity Bill / Water Bill / Telephone Bill
• Voter ID
• Bank Account Statement
• Gas Connection Bill
• Income Tax Assessment Order
• Rental Agreement

Date of Birth Proof (Submit any one)

• Aadhaar Card / E-Aadhaar
• PAN Card
• Driving Licence
• Birth Certificate

Photo ID Proof (Submit any one)

• Aadhaar Card / E-Aadhaar
• PAN Card
• Voter ID
• Driving Licence

Photographs

• Two recent passport-size photos with white background

Old Passport (if any)

• Two recent passport-size photos with white background

Additional Documents

• As per individual case. Check Passport Seva website for special cases like name change, marriage, government employees, etc.

2. Documents Required for Minor's Passport

• Birth Certificate of the minor
• Address Proof (in parents' name)
• Proof of Parents' Citizenship
• Recent passport-sized photos of the minor
• Annexure D (Declaration by both parents/guardians)
• Annexure C (For minors aged 15 to 18)
• Self-attested and original copies of parents' passports (if available)
• If one parent is absent: notarized affidavit from the unavailable parent

3. Documents Required for Re-issue of Passport (Adults)

Required Documents

• Old Passport (Original and self-attested copies of first & last two pages, ECR/Non-ECR page, observation/extension pages)
• Two recent passport-size photos
• Address Proof (any one):
  • Aadhaar Card
  • Voter ID
  • Utility Bills
  • Rental Agreement
  • Bank Statement
  • Letter from Employer

Date of Birth Proof

• Aadhaar Card / PAN Card / Birth Certificate / School Leaving Certificate

Date of Birth Proof

• Name change affidavit
• Marriage/Divorce certificate
• Police report and affidavit (if passport is lost/stolen/damaged)

4. Documents Required for Re-issue of Passport (Minors)

• Old Passport (original and self-attested copies)
• Self-attested copies of:
  • First and last two pages
  • ECR/Non-ECR page
  • Observation/extension pages
• Address Proof (in parent's name):
  • Aadhaar Card
  • Voter ID
  • Utility Bills
  • Rental Agreement
  • Bank Statement
  • Employer letter
• Additional documents based on the reason for reissue (e.g., address change, expiry, etc.)

5. Documents Required for Tatkaal Passport

Basic Documents

• Age Proof (Aadhaar / PAN / Birth Certificate).
• Address Proof
• Two passport-size photos (4.5 cm x 3.5 cm, white background)
• Annexure E (Declaration - no criminal record, citizenship, family details)
• Tatkaal fee receipt
• Self-attested copies of first & last two pages of old passport (if any)

Additional: Submit any 3 of the following (if age >18)

• Aadhaar Card
• PAN Card
• Ration Card
• Voter ID (EPIC)
• Updated Bank / Kisan / Post Office Passbook
• Student ID from a recognized institute
• Pension Documents
• Photo ID issued by Govt./PSU

6. Documents Required for Official/Diplomatic Passport

• Applicant's Official ID Card
• Certificate by Head of Office (download format from Passport Seva site)
• Official Request Letter from Forwarding Officer (format available online)
• Political/PMO Clearance (if applicable)
• If retiring soon: Undertaking from office
• For re-issue: Original diplomatic/official passport + surrender/cancellation certificate

Tips for a Smooth Passport Application Process

• Check the official Passport Seva website (www.passportindia.gov.in) for the latest document requirements.
• Carry original documents for verification and self-attested copies for submission.
• Book an Appointment at the nearest PSK or RPO via the Passport Seva portal to avoid any unexpected delays.
• Double-check all details in the application form to avoid rejection.
• Use the Application Reference Number (ARN) to monitor your application status online.

Click here to know the complete Indian Passport Application Process

Conclusion

It has become very easy to apply for new passport through the passport seva portal. But it is also important to know the required documents before applying for the indian passport. Even though it is time taking process to get indian passport but you can do it easily and efficiently by reading about the application process and required documents before applying. Prepare these documents in advance to complete the application easily.