Pune’s Passport Seva Kendra is offering a special Tatkaal appointment drive on July 19, 2025, to help travelers secure urgent passports. Strict documentation requirements must be met to ensure a smooth application process.
Pune | 18 July, 2025: The Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) in Pune is set to host a special Tatkaal appointment drive on Saturday, July 19, 2025, providing a vital opportunity for residents needing urgent passports for travel. This initiative, led by the Ministry of External Affairs, aims to reduce waiting times for those with pressing travel needs, such as work, education, or family emergencies. However, the authorities have emphasized the importance of strict adherence to eligibility and documentation rules to avoid delays or rejections, urging applicants to come prepared.
The Tatkaal scheme is designed for expedited passport issuance, but it comes with stringent requirements. Applicants must provide original documents, including a QR code birth certificate linked to an Aadhaar number, a Class 10 certificate, and identity proofs like PAN cards or driving licenses with holograms. For those updating marital details, a marriage certificate or a signed Annexure J joint photo declaration is mandatory. Parents applying for minors must include Annexure D with consent from both parents and their original passports. Notably, Aadhaar alone is not accepted as proof of date of birth, and plastic smart ID cards from private vendors are strictly prohibited.
To streamline the process, applicants are encouraged to use digital tools like the mAadhaar and DigiLocker apps to verify documents before visiting the PSK. These apps allow users to fetch authentic digital copies of essential documents, ensuring compliance with verification standards. Failure to meet these criteria has led to rejections in the past, as many applicants overlook the detailed Tatkaal Advisory and Undertaking available on the Passport Seva website. Checking these resources beforehand is crucial to avoid setbacks on the appointment day.
This special drive reflects the Pune Regional Passport Office’s commitment to making urgent passport services more accessible, especially in a city with strong international ties due to its IT and business sectors. The initiative responds to the growing demand for faster passport processing, but authorities warn that only eligible applicants with complete documentation will be processed. Slots are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, so early preparation is key.
For Pune residents, this drive is a chance to secure timely travel documents, but it requires diligence. Applicants are advised to double-check their documents and eligibility on the Passport Seva portal to ensure a hassle-free experience. The effort underscores the balance between accessibility and rigorous standards, ensuring that urgent travel needs are met without compromising the integrity of the passport issuance process.
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