Identification Proof

In India, getting proof of identification is of paramount importance since an ID proof contains your personal details, which are useful for authorities to determine and verify your identity. ID proofs serve various purposes including:  Government Benefits: ID proofs, such as Ration Cards, enable you to apply for and receive government benefits, such as foodRead more

Citizenship is the legal status given to a citizen of a particular country, which is granted by the Government. The rights that citizens of India have differ from non-citizens. For example, only citizens of India can contest in elections, 1), etc.  Proof of Citizenship In India, the government has not mandated that citizens should holdRead more

Aadhaar is a 12-digit identification number,1 specific to each individual,2 issued by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) to the residents of India after satisfying a verification process based on demographic information and biometric information.3 You will be assigned an Aadhaar number on a card with your personal details such as name, date ofRead more

The process for obtaining a new Aadhaar Card requires going in person to an Aadhaar Enrolment Centre, and cannot be done online.  The cost-free Aadhaar enrolment process is as follows: Step 1: You can visit any authorized Aadhaar Enrolment Centre anywhere in India. This is an agency appointed for collecting demographic and biometric information ofRead more

Follow the options below to get a Aadhar Card: In case the mobile number is registered with UIDAI, you can retrieve your lost/forgotten Aadhaar Number (UID) or Enrolment ID (EID) here. Select EID/UID for retrieval and enter the name and mobile number (as registered during Aadhaar enrolment). The EID/Aadhaar number delivered on the registered email/Read more

A Driving License (DL) is an official document, issued in the form of a card, by the Regional Transport Office (RTO) or Regional Transport Authority (RTA) of each State, under the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways,  which permits you to drive one or more types of vehicles, such as a motorcycle, car, etc. onRead more

You can apply for a new Driving License (DL) in any state where: You either live or ordinarily conduct business, or  Where your driving school from where you have taken your training1 is located You must apply for a DL after 30 days2and within 180 days3(6 months) of the issuance of the Learner’s License. PleaseRead more

Sometimes, you may need to update certain details on your Driving License (DL), after which you will be given a new DL, and your old DL will be taken away. Please note that you do not have to take a driving test to update your DL. To update your Driving License, follow the steps givenRead more

A Driving License (DL) is valid for a limited time period, based on which you have to renew it. Given below are the time limits for validity of a Driving License (DL), with respect to its issue or renewal:  If you have not turned 30 years old, it will be effective till you turn 40Read more

If you have lost or damaged your Driving License (DL), you can apply for a duplicate DL, in which case you will be given a new DL.  Follow the steps given below for a duplicate DL:  Step 1 – You should inform the Regional Transport Office (RTO)/ Regional Transport Authority (RTA) of your state, fromRead more

A Learner’s License1 is a temporary license which is valid for 6 months, which legally allows you to practice driving on Indian roads, as long as you are accompanied by an adult who holds a valid Driving License.2 Please note that you must be 18 years old before you apply for a DL for aRead more

You need to get a Learner’s License before you can apply for a Driving License. Given below is the online and in-person procedure for obtaining a Learner’s License: Procedure for Applying In-Person Follow the steps given below to get a new Learner’s License: Step 1 – You should go to the RTO/RTA Regional Transport OfficeRead more

As a Learner’s License is valid only for 6 months, you need to get it renewed or get a new one once that period has passed.  You can renew your Learner’s License, which is valid for 6 months, or obtain a new one after the date of its expiry, depending on the rules of yourRead more

If you have lost or damaged your Learner’s License, you can get a duplicate Learner’s License with your application number and date of birth. Follow the steps given below to get a print-out of your Learner’s License: Step 1 – You should visit the website of Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, and select theRead more

A Passport is an official document issued by the government that allows you to travel1 internationally, and serves as a proof of identification.1 The Ministry of External Affairs issues Passports through the Central Passport Organisation (CPO) and you will be able to apply for a passport by approaching Passport Offices, Passport Seva Kendras (PSK) andRead more

The procedure for a new Passport, updating a Passport and re-issuing a Passport in case you have lost or damaged it, is the same in India. With respect to Passport, reissue refers to renewal of a passport. These can be done either online or in-person – both the procedures are described below.  Please note thatRead more

Tatkal Passport is a scheme available citizens who need their Passports urgently. In this scheme, the Passport is dispatched within 1 working day excluding the date of submission of application if police verification is not required, and in 3 working days, if it is required.  To apply for a Tatkal Passport, follow the procedure givenRead more

A PAN card represents your Permanent Account Number (PAN) which is a 10-digit alphanumeric identifier, issued by the Income Tax Department. Each assessee (e.g. individual, firm, company, etc.) is issued a unique PAN Number. No person who has already been allotted a PAN Number shall apply, obtain or possess another PAN Number.1 For representative purposesRead more

You may make an application for a new PAN Card when you already have a PAN Number. Step 1: For an applicant who has already obtained a PAN Number and wishes to obtain a new PAN Card, download the form here. The form is also available at any TIN-FC or PAN Centre of National SecuritiesRead more

You can apply for a PAN Number either online or in person. Applying for a PAN Number (Online) The process is as follows: Step 1: You may visit the Income Tax Department (ITD) website here to find out whether you already have a PAN Number or not. Step 2: An applicant can make an onlineRead more

You may make an application for updating changes/corrections in existing PAN Card details. When you apply for updating of details, you will receive a newly issued PAN Card which will bear the same PAN Number but with updated information. The process for applying for a change/correction of PAN Card data is more or less theRead more

Ration card is an official document issued to households that are eligible to purchase essential commodities, such as food grain, at  subsidized prices from the Public Distribution System, and also serves as a proof of identification.  Ration cards are issued by the Department of Food Supplies and Consumer Affairs of state governments, under the MinistryRead more

You may require a Ration Card for purposes like getting ID proof, purchasing grains at subsidized prices, etc. To get a new Ration Card, please follow the steps given below. Both the online procedure and the procedure for applying physically is given. Procedure for Applying In-Person Follow the steps given below to get a newRead more

When you update your Ration Card, you get a new card with the details changed, as indicated by you. Please read below for information on the details that can be updated, and the procedure for updation. You can update the following details: The number of family members covered Your personal details, like the name, etc. Read more

If your Ration Card is damaged or lost, you can approach the Circle Office, and ask them for a duplicate Ration Card. You will be given a new Ration Card, with the same details as your original.  To get a duplicate Ration Card, follow the steps given below:  Step 1 –  You should go toRead more

A Voter ID Card, also known as the Electors Photo Identity Card (EPIC) is a photo identity card that is issued by the Election Commission of India (ECI) to all individuals who are eligible to vote.1 This card is commonly known by other names such as an election card, voter’s card, Voter ID, etc.  TheRead more

You can obtain a new Voter ID Card either by applying online or in person. Obtaining a Voter ID Card Step 1: You are eligible to vote if your name appears in the electoral list, otherwise you need to register to vote. Check if you are registered to vote here. Read more about verifying yourRead more

 Updating Voter ID. You can update personal details in your Voter ID Card such as: Name Photo  Age  Elector’s Photo Identity Card (EPIC) Number Address  Date of birth  Name of relative  Type of relation Gender  To understand how to update, read more here.  If you require any additional help and support, please see here. ReadRead more

To change your name, make an addition or delete a part of your name, you will have to follow the steps given below and make sure that it is published either in the State or Central Gazette. You can choose to publish it in the Central Gazette if you want to apply for any higherRead more

To issue different government kinds of proof of identification, you will have to submit a proof of residence, which may indicate your permanent address or your communication address. For the kind of proof of identification you are applying for or updating, you can use any document from the list given below: Aadhar Card, PAN Card,Read more

To issue different kinds of government proof of identification, you will have to submit a document for proof of age. For the kind of proof of identification you are applying for or updating, you can use any document from the list given below: Aadhar Card, PAN Card and Passport Birth Certificate Voter ID Depending onRead more

Given below are the portals and helpline numbers you can use to file complaints, address grievances, make enquiries and ask for help and support.  Aadhar Card Grievances associated with Aadhaar are received through the UIDAI Contact Centre, Post, Public Grievance Portal of the Government, and E-mail. Read more here. You can check your complaint statusRead more