| Subheading | Post Office Seva Kendra Raiganj |
| Address | Head Post Office, B. C. Roy Sarani, Near NBSTC Bus Stand, Raiganj, Uttar Dinajpur – 733 134. |
| Contact Number | 1800 258 1800 |
| Working Days | Monday to Friday |
| Appointment Timing | 9:00 to 4:00 PM |
| Regional Officer | Shri Ashish Middha |
| Telephone | 033-40071-212, 22257523 |
| Fax | 033-40054-006 |
| rpo.kolkata @mea.gov.in | |
| Status | SMS to 9704100100 |
| POPSK Centre | Yes |
Regional Head Office in West Bengal
You can find information about the regional office in Kolkata below.
| Name: | Mr. Ashish Middha, IFS |
| Address: | 4 Brabourne Road, 1st floor, Kolkata, West Bengal-700001. |
| Phone: | 033 400 712 12 |
| Email: | rpo[dot]kolkata[at] mea[dot]gov[dot]in |
| Grievance Officer |
Ms. Mousumi Nath |
| Contact Number | 033-4007-1212 |
| Public Grievances Cell: | Mr. Bal Krishan |
| Address: | PSP Division, Ministry of External Affairs, Room No. 24, Patiala House, Tilak Marg, New Delhi, 110001. |
| Tel. No.: | 011 2338 4497, 011 2338 4519 |
| Fax No. | 011 2338 4461 |
| Email id : | passport(dot)pg(at) mea(dot)gov(dot)in |
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Consultant Whatsapp: 94 328 159 88 |
A list of documents is needed during verification.
| Birth certificate | Driver's licence |
| PAN Card | Ration card |
| Voter card | Two recent colour photos |
| Aadhaar card | Any old-passport |
| Bank account passbook | Other citizenship evidence |
| Electricity bill | Educational Qualification |
Before the application, you can check the following details:
| 1. First, all the necessary documents and annexures are checked before starting the process. |
| 2. Then, go to the PSK Online Portal to fill out your form. |
| 3. Next, you check your documents as per the form fill-up. |
| 4. After submitting your application online, you must pay fees as per the type of pages. |
| 5. After that, you book an appointment at the respective Kendra as per your location. |
| 6. Thereafter, carry all original documents with self-attested photocopies. |
| 7. Finally, after completing your process, you must check your status. |
You can check your status by following the steps.
| Step 1 | First, you go to the PSK website |
| Step 2 | Then, click "Track Application Status" on the home page |
| Step 3 | Next, select the type and file no. |
| Step 4 | After that, fill up the file no. and date of birth |
| Step 5 | Finally, click "Track Status," and you will see your status. |
| Reminder: You get the file number in your received copy, and you get the status by sending an SMS to 9704100100 in the format '<< STATUS>><< SPACE>><< File Number>> | |
You find it at getting time as follows.
| Normal | 30 to 45 days |
| Renew | 20 to 30 days |
| Tatkaal | 7 days to 10 Days |
| Minor | 15 to 25 days |
| Lost or Damaged | 35 to 45 days |
| PCC Certificate | 15 days |
| Police Verification | Within 21 days |
Q. How can I apply for a passports?A. First, go to the government website. Then, create an account by signing up with your details. After that, log in using your ID and password. Fill out the application form carefully. Once the form is filled, submit it online. Then, pay the application fee. After payment, book an appointment at the nearest kendra. Q. How much time in the Seva Kendra?A. You need to spend about one hour at the center for document verification. It is important to arrive on time for your appointment. Also, keep in mind that the tiffin break is from 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM, so try not to schedule your visit during that time. Q. Is a PAN card necessary for a passport?A. No, a PAN card is not required to get passports. It can only be used as proof of ID and date of birth, but it is not a must for applying. Q. What is non-ECR?A. ECR means emigration check required, and non-ECR means emigration check not required. Q. Can we go directly to the office without an appointment in India?A. No, you cannot go to the office without an appointment. But in case of an emergency or for a medical reason, you may be allowed to go without an appointment. Q. Will the passport number change after reissue or renewal?A. Yes, if you make any changes to your passports, like address, spouse's name, or education (qualification), or if you apply for renewal or reissue, your number will change. You will get a new passport with a new number. Q. Is a phone allowed in the Seva Kendra?A. Yes, the phone is allowed in Kendra. However, it is used only for emergency purposes for verification outside of the kendra. Q. What would be the validity of a minor's passport?A. Below 16 years, minor validity is 5 years, and above 16 years, validity is 10 years. Q. My passport expired 4 years ago. Can it be reissued?A. Yes, you get renew your passport that expired 4 years ago, but police verification must be done for the renewal. |
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