Passport Seva | India | Updated November 2026

Passport Seva User Registration Online: How to Create an Account in 2026

To apply for a fresh passport, reissue an existing passport or request certain other passport services in India, applicants generally begin by registering on the Ministry of External Affairs Passport Seva portal. This guide explains registration, account activation and the next steps in the online application process.

Official portal: Visit Passport Seva or open the official user registration form. Registration itself is distinct from submitting a passport application and paying the prescribed application fee.

How to Register on Passport Seva: Step-by-Step

Open the official website. Go to passportindia.gov.in and choose Register or New User Registration. The registration page may also be opened directly.
Select the registration category. Choose Passport Office for an ordinary passport application. The CPV Delhi option is intended for diplomatic or official passport applications handled by the Consular, Passport and Visa division.
Enter the requested details. Complete the fields displayed on the current registration screen. These may include full name, email address, preferred login ID, password and image verification code. The portal interface can change; follow the fields actually shown.
Choose your login ID. Where offered, select whether the email address should also serve as your login ID. Otherwise enter an available login ID and check its availability.
Set a secure password. Follow the portal's password rules. Do not disclose your password or login credentials to agents or unknown persons.
Complete the security check. Enter the characters shown in the image or complete the verification mechanism displayed.
Submit registration. Click Sign Up or the equivalent button. Check the confirmation sent to your registered email address and complete any verification instructions.
Sign in. Return to the official portal, log in with your registered credentials and proceed to the required passport service.

Information Required for Passport User Registration

The registration form requests identifying and contact information. Depending on the portal version and the service selected, applicants may be asked for:

Full name, including given name and surname where separately requested.
Date of birth, if displayed as a required field.
A valid, accessible email address for registration confirmation.
Login ID, password and any password confirmation.
Passport Office or CPV Delhi selection, as applicable.
Security code, captcha or other account verification.
Security question and answer, if the relevant form version requires them.

Enter your name and other particulars consistently with the supporting records you intend to use for the passport application. The newer registration screen may not display every field that appeared on older Passport Seva forms.

What Happens After Creating the Passport Seva Account?

Log in and select Apply for Fresh Passport/Re-issue of Passport or the relevant service.
Choose the appropriate Regional Passport Office and follow the portal instructions. Applicants may select an available Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or Post Office Passport Seva Kendra (POPSK) as permitted by the portal.
Complete the application details, including applicant information, family details, address, previous passport particulars (if applicable) and declarations.
Review and submit the application to generate an Application Reference Number (ARN).
Use the Pay and Schedule Appointment option. Check the official Passport Seva portal for the applicable fee; fees were revised with effect from 1 July 2026.
Attend the scheduled appointment with the prescribed original documents and supporting copies. Photograph, biometrics, document checks and police verification are handled according to the applicable procedure.

For the complete official workflow, see the Passport Seva fresh passport and reissue guide. Online registration and form submission do not ordinarily remove the requirement to attend the designated centre.

Applicable Legal Provisions in India

Passports Act, 1967

Section 3 - Passport or travel document for departure from India: Establishes the general requirement to hold a valid passport or travel document when departing from India, subject to the Act and applicable exceptions.
Section 4 - Classes of passports and travel documents: Identifies ordinary, official and diplomatic passports and the statutory classes of travel documents.
Section 5 - Applications and orders: Governs applications to passport authorities and their consideration, including inquiries and decisions in accordance with the Act.
Section 6 - Refusal of passports or travel documents: Specifies statutory grounds on which a passport authority may refuse to issue a passport or travel document.

Read the official Passports Act, 1967.

Passports Rules, 1980

Rule 5 - Form of applications: Addresses prescribed application forms and procedures and permits the passport authority to seek further information or documents where necessary. Rule 8 - Fees: Deals with prescribed fees, subject to amendments and applicable schedules. Consult the official Passports Rules, 1980 together with current government notifications and the portal fee calculator.

Important: A Passport Seva login is an administrative prerequisite for using online services, not an entitlement to a passport. Passport issuance depends on the application, documents, verification and statutory requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is online Passport Seva user registration free?

Creating a portal account is separate from payment of the applicable passport service fee. Check the official portal for current charges before booking an appointment.

Can I apply for a passport without visiting a Passport Seva Kendra?

You can register and submit the form online, but applicants generally must attend a PSK or POPSK appointment for document and identity checks, subject to service-specific rules.

What if I want to apply through a different Regional Passport Office?

The official guidance states that an applicant reissuing a passport through a different Regional Passport Office may need to create a new login ID; the same email address can be used. Follow the portal's current instructions.

What should I do if I cannot log in?

Use the official sign-in and account recovery page. Keep the registered email and login ID accessible.

Can I apply for a Police Clearance Certificate using Passport Seva?

Yes. Registered users can access the applicable Police Clearance Certificate service, subject to eligibility and supporting documents. See the Police Clearance Certificate application guide.

Official Resources and Further Reading

Disclaimer: This article is for general information and does not replace instructions issued by the Ministry of External Affairs or professional legal advice. Portal screens, documentary requirements, fees and appointment procedures may change. Verify current requirements on the official Passport Seva website before applying.