Queries related to passport

Guys in the "Residing Since" part of the form that I submitted, I mentioned "07/2014". I read a team bhp thread that the user got 1 Year as minimum time which he could select from the list but in the online form, i could select a date. But on the team bhp thread, the person said he mentioned the parent's residing since date ?
Will this be a problem for me or can I get it changed at the PSK when I go there ?

Last time when I went for renewal, I remember that i gave the 2 references as my in laws and some other relative and the PSK lady (one who has computer with webcam) changed it to 2 people in my building itself, so i am guessing some data can be changed there if needed. May be I should ask them about the "residing since" part ?
 
In the application forum, there's a field where we have to write our address and the police station. Used the website to "Know your police station", there's only 3 options under UP (Etawah, and 2 Kanpur). My address is Noida and it doesn't seem to be under any of the 3. Any help on this?
 
Cloud-S said:
In the application forum, there's a field where we have to write our address and the police station. Used the website to "Know your police station", there's only 3 options under UP (Etawah, and 2 Kanpur). My address is Noida and it doesn't seem to be under any of the 3. Any help on this?
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Just fill the name of your nearest police station, or of your city. The application is forwarded properly anyway. The list in the passport website is nowhere near complete.
 
@raksrules This is for your newborn, right? Leave it as it is, and ask the person in PSK. It should not be a problem, considering that the application is for an infant. References and all do not matter much here. All that is important is your passport and the child's birth certificate.
 
logistopath said:
@raksrules This is for your newborn, right? Leave it as it is, and ask the person in PSK. It should not be a problem, considering that the application is for an infant. References and all do not matter much here. All that is important is your passport and the child's birth certificate.
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Yes those things are in order. I have already filled the "Residing From" date so I will get it clarified at the PSK when i visit them and tell them to alter it as required.
 
logistopath said:
Just fill the name of your nearest police station, or of your city. The application is forwarded properly anyway. The list in the passport website is nowhere near complete.
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ty for that info.
If I am re-issuing the 'port because of expired validity, do I still have to get the police verification done, again?
 
About the photograph for a new born, I checked the passport website and they have mentioned that for infants under 1 year of age, their eyes need not be open. Although I am trying to take a pic with my son's eyes open, I am also planning to take a picture of him in dark colored clothes with whit(ish) background with his eyes closed.
Here is the link from passport's own website..

http://passport.gov.in/oci/Photo-Spec-FINAL.pdf

I may also call up their helpline and ask.
 
Does anyone know how much later can we cancel an appointment ?
We have taken one for our son on 08th sep but In case we are required to cancel it how much later can I do ?
Also what happens to the money paid ? Is it credited back to original form of payment ?
Also for that Same ARN can I take appointment again later (not rescheduling now) and till how many times does it allow me to do so max ?
 
Money once paid will not be refunded. Never. Your payment is valid for a period of one year from the date of payment or from the date of first appointment. You could cancel your appointment and reschedule it later within this validity period. However, remember that rescheduling is possible only two times.
I don't think there is any specific time limit for cancellation. Not sure though.
 
Ohk thanks for the info. I am ok with money being with them.
Just that I am on cross roads with the picture. The passport website says it is ok to have a pic with closed eyes. But I am skeptical as the PSK may not accept it.
Taking a picture ourselves in home is a huge task as he doesn't stay still and keeps looking everywhere except the camera. Not sure if taking to photo studio is a good idea or not as with babies their sleep patterns are not fixed like us.
If we are unable to fix this photo thing in next 3-4 days, I will have no choice but to cancel appointment.
 
^^ Get hold of your camera and keep clicking whenever he is awake. You will definitely get a picture to your satisfaction. Don't worry about the background. You can always photoshop it. My advice: Don't cancel appointments on this account. You will not lose anything by making an attempt.

:banghead: :banghead: BTW, just realized something.. You are applying only for your kid, right? Minor applicants come under walk in category. You could just print the ARN, and along with the documents, just walk in at the allotted time, without the need for appointments.
http://passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/online/fetchRpoDetails?rpoName=Pune
  1. Categories of Applicants allowed as “Walk-In with ARN”
    Following mentioned categories of applicants are allowed as “Walk-in Applicants”. Applicants falling under these categories need to register Online, fill in the online application form and generate Application Reference Number (ARN) at least one day in advance before visiting the Passport Seva Kendra (PSK), Pune. Such applicants may visit the PSK with required set of documents and a copy of printed ARN sheet only between 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM. ( Not Applicable for TATKAAL Application).
    1. Applicants applying for Police Clearance Certificate (PCC).
    2. Applicants for deletion of ECR status in Passports without change in personal particulars with validity of passport for more than one year.
    3. Senior Citizens (60 years and above).
    4. Minors below 6 year with at least one parent holding valid Passport with spouse name endorsed in Passport.
    5. Physically challenged applicants (including visually impaired, deaf and mute reporting with certificate).
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Minors and Senior citizens have different queue. Also, why you are worrying about pic so much? As mentioned by @logistopath just take few pics and choose the best from it. I dont think they will deny the passport just because the pic is not upto mark.
 
I have taken few pics and I know the photo studio guy can always photo shop it. As a last resort I plan to do that only now. Take the pic to the studio and tell him to photo shop and add the white background and give me printout.

Also about walk-ins, yes I can do that, only thing is I will have to cancel this particular appointment to walk in at a later date but then I have already paid and walk In people I believe will be paying at the PSK in cash, something which I cannot do now.

Btw my passport PSK will be Mumbai and not Pune.

Or should I cancel my existing appointment for 08th sep and go to the PSK at any day in the stipulated walk In time ?
Or go to PSK on 08th as planned in the scheduled appointment time ?
 
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Hi guys, good that I found this thread. I have a query.

Is marriage certificate compulsory for married woman to take a new passport ?
(Husband's passport does have wife's name in format Wife'Name_HusbandName).
 
Cloud-S said:
ty for that info.
If I am re-issuing the 'port because of expired validity, do I still have to get the police verification done, again?
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Just got my passport reissued couple of months back so got to know that if your address has not changed and the passport has expired within last 3 years, there won't be police verification.
 
theoracle said:
Just got my passport reissued couple of months back so got to know that if your address has not changed and the passport has expired within last 3 years, there won't be police verification.
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I just had to add my wife's name in passport and my passport wasn't even expired, no address change nothing, still police verification happened for me.
But it was POST verification, which means, it would happen after I get my passport.
 
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