Documents Required for Applying Passport in India in 2026

No, the educational certificate is not necessary as fresh passport documents. It is just required as age proof; however, one can submit other details as age proof like birth certificate, policy bond issued by the public life insurance company where the policyholder's date of birth is mentioned, etc.

It is necessary to carry all original documents at the PSK. However, original documents are returned to the applicant. According to the list of documents required for a passport, soft copies are necessary to upload with the application.

No, the applicant has to be present physically for an appointment and submitting documents for passport application. No one else can submit it on behalf of the applicant.

Yes, it is compulsory to submit the old passport when applying for reissue. However, these days the old passport is stamped as cancelled, punched and returned to the applicant. 

Yes, you could apply for a passport re issue if your passport expired 5 years ago. However, if the passport has expired more than 3 years ago, a fresh police verification will be done, as in this case. 

A photo passbook of a running bank account can be accepted as address proof for passport application. However, bank statement can not be used for the same. 

No, birth certificate is not a mandatory document for passport.  

No, 10th marksheet is not a compulsory document for passport. However, it can be used as a valid proof of date of birth if no other document is available for the same. Other acceptable documents as a proof of date of birth are birth certificate, school leaving certificate and SSLC certificate.  

To change your surname in your passport due to marriage or divorce, you must apply for reissue along with the required documents like marriage certificate or divorce decree. 

Same as in case of surname change, you must apply for reissue of passport along with the marriage certificate or divorce decree, to add or remove the spouse’s name endorsement. 

A PAN card is used as a identity proof for passport application. However, its not a compulsory document, given you provide any other valid ID proof like Aadhar, driving licence or voter ID. 

As a rule, you can apply for passport reissue only 1 year before the expiry and not earlier, provided there is no other reason for reissue like change in personal details, loss/damage etc.  

To reschedule your PSK appointment, follow the following steps: Login to your PSK portal and go to the saved/submitted applications.  Go to the “Schedule Appointment” section. Select “Reschedule Appointment”.  View the available slots and book the one as per your convenience. 

To reschedule your PSK appointment, follow the following steps:

1. Login to your PSK portal and go to the saved/submitted applications. 
2. Go to the “Schedule Appointment” section.
3. Select “Reschedule Appointment”. 
4. View the available slots and book the one as per your convenience. 

The accepted proof of citizenship for passport is birth certificate, voter ID or Aadhar card. Annexure E is also a declaration of citizenship, family details and no criminal record. 

In such a case, you must check with the passport office. They will guide you on the alternative documents that might work. 

ECR (Emigration Check Required) and Non-ECR (Emigration Check Not Required) are categories in Indian passports indicating if a traveler needs emigration clearance.  ECR is for those who are not 10th pass and non-ECR is for educated individuals, and others exempt from this requirement.  This system ensures the safety of Indian workers abroad. 

ECR (Emigration Check Required) and Non-ECR (Emigration Check Not Required) are categories in Indian passports indicating if a traveler needs emigration clearance. 

ECR is for those who are not 10th pass and non-ECR is for educated individuals, and others exempt from this requirement. 

This system ensures the safety of Indian workers abroad. 

Yes, we can apply for passport online on the Passport Seva Website.  

Yes, you need to submit self-attested copies of the required documents at the PSK, along with your passport application. 

Aadhar is a valid identity and address proof. However, there are other documents too that can serve the same purpose instead of Aadhar. Thus, Aadhar is not a compulsory document if you have any other acceptable document as identity and address proof. 

12th marksheet is a valid document as an age proof, along with other documents like birth certificate or school leaving certificate. Thus it is not a compulsory document. 

A tatkal passport is issued within a shorter duration of time, making it a better option if you need a passport urgently. However, it is more expensive than a normal passport, and not all passport offices offer tatkal services. A normal passport is less expensive and has a standard processing time of 10-15 days, making it a better option if you do not require a passport urgently.  Thus, you can select the type of passport based on your requirements. 

A tatkal passport is issued within a shorter duration of time, making it a better option if you need a passport urgently. However, it is more expensive than a normal passport, and not all passport offices offer tatkal services.

A normal passport is less expensive and has a standard processing time of 10-15 days, making it a better option if you do not require a passport urgently. 

Thus, you can select the type of passport based on your requirements. 

Yes, you can find the complete information about documents required on the Passport Seva Kendra- Document Advisor tab. 

Yes, you need to submit the old passport while applying for reissue. However, these days, the old passport is stamped, punched and returned to the applicant. 

Yes, every individual of any age requires a separate passport.