Documents Required for a Passport in India (Full Checklist)
A clear checklist of the documents you need for a fresh passport or reissue — proof of address, date of birth and identity — plus photo tips.
TCTechToolsCenter TeamGetting your documents right the first time is the fastest way to a smooth passport appointment. Here's a simple checklist. For the full process, see our Passport guide.
Proof of address (any one)
- Aadhaar card
- Utility bill (electricity, water, landline, gas)
- Bank account statement / passbook
- Rent agreement (registered)
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Proof of date of birth (any one)
- Birth certificate
- PAN card
- School leaving / 10th certificate
Proof of identity
- Aadhaar / voter ID / PAN
- Any other government photo ID as accepted
Photographs
Carry recent passport-size photos that meet the exact specification shown on the Passport Seva portal. If you have a photo but it's the wrong size or too large to upload, fix it in seconds with our Passport Photo tool.
Before your appointment
- Make sure your name and date of birth match across all documents.
- Compress large scans/PDFs so uploads don't fail — use our PDF Compressor.
- Reach the Passport Seva Kendra on time with originals + one set of photocopies.
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Frequently asked questions
You need proof of address, proof of date of birth and proof of identity (each satisfied by documents like Aadhaar, PAN, birth certificate or a utility bill), plus compliant passport-size photos. Carry originals to the appointment.
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