Passport Office Jammu
Passport Office, Jammu started functioning in April 1994. The head office is located at Gandhi Nagar, Jammu. It covers 5 passport office districts of Jammu and Kashmir, viz Doda, Jammu, Kathua, Kishtwar, Poonch, Rajouri, Ramban, Reasi, Samba, Udhampur.
In Jammu and Kashmir, there are three types of passport offices. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) maintains them. The office types are:
- Regional Passport Office (RPO): This is the Regional Head Office of Jammu that handles final approvals and printing.
- Passport Seva Kendra (PSK): This centre processes documents and biometric verification. (e.g., PSK Jammu)
- Post Office Passport Seva Kendra (POPSK): In small town passport application process is handled by the head post office.
Contact Details Of Regional Passport Office, Jammu
RPO Jammu
| Official Address | Aquaf Trust Building, opposite Gandhi Nagar Hospital, Gandhi Nagar, Jammu, 180004. |
| Contact Number |
0191-2451085 (10 AM to 12 PM (Mon-Fri) 0191-2433359, 0191-2223278 |
| Fax Number | 0191-2435279 |
| Official E-mail | rpo.jammu@cpo.gov.in |
| Appointment Timing | 10:00 to 3:00 PM |
| Working Days | Monday to Friday |
| Regional Officer | Rajesh Kumar |
| Support Helpline | 0191-2433359 |
Passport Seva Kendra Jammu, Narwal
| Complete Address | Plot Nos. 27 and 28, Transport Nagar, Narwal, Jammu and Kashmir, 180012. |
| Contact Number | 0191 2459861 |
| Official E-mail | rpo.jammu@cpo.gov.in |
| Appointment Timing | 10:00 to 3:00 |
| Working Days | Monday to Friday |
Appointment Opening Time:
Before applicants can visit the Regional Office, Jammu, you can check the appointment timing
| Normal | 2:30 PM |
| Tatkaal | 4:00 P.M |
| Lunchtime | 2:00 P.M |
Jammu Under Passport Office: PSK, POPSK Details
For citizens of Jammu and Kashmir, you can find information about the office name, address, and contact number for all types of passport offices, such as PSK and POPSK Offices.
| POPSK / PSK | Official Address | Phone No |
| Kathua | Kathua Head Post Office, Kathua – 184101 | 01912433359 |
| Jammu Camp | Aquaf Trust Building, Opposite Gandhi Nagar Hospital, Gandhi Nagar, Jammu -180004 | – |
| Kishtwar | Kishtwar, D.C. Office Complex, Kishtwar -182204 | – |
| Poonch | New Auditorium SKC, Govt Degree College Ground, Poonch -185101 | – |
| Poonch | Poonch, Govt. Degree College, Poonch -185101 | – |
| Rajouri | Postal Colony, Near Police Lines, Rajouri – 185131 | 01912433359 |
| Rajouri | Rajouri, D.C. Office Complex, Rajouri- 185131 | – |
| Ramban | DC Office Ramban Premises, Ramban, Jammu -182144 | – |
| Udhampur | Udhampur, Dhar Road, Near Bilan Bowli, Udhampur, 182101 | 01912433359 |
What basic passport services are offered across Jammu?
In the Jammu and Kashmir region, Passport Seva Kendra and Post Office Seva Kendra offices offer passport services. The types of services are
- Fresh Passport
- Re-issue or Renewal
- Tatkaal Services
- Lost and Damaged Passport
- Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
- Biometric Data and Docuemnts
Documents Needed for Passport-Related Services
When you visit the passport office in Jammu, you need a list of documents, original and xerox. Missing any singal documents final application process will be held.
- Identity: Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, or Voter ID. ( Including QR Code )
- Address: Recent utility bills, bank passbook with photo, or a registered rent agreement.
- Date of Birth: Birth Certificate with QR Code (mandatory for those born after 1989) or School Leaving Certificate.
- Educational Proof: 10th-grade certificate for Non-ECR status (crucial for working abroad).
Jammu Passport Services Fee Structure
Different fee structures apply to online passport applications. Fees are as follows:
| Service Required |
Application Fee 36 Pages |
Application Fee 60 Pages |
| Fresh/Re-issue (10-year validity) | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| Tatkaal (10-year validity) | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| Minors (below 18 years, 5-year validity) | ₹1,750 | ₹2,500 |
| Lost or Damaged (10-year validity) | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) | ₹750 | Not Applicable |
What is the procedure for submitting a passport application in Jammu?
The online application submission process is entirely systematic, and you can check the following process.
Step 1: Online Registration: Create an ID and password profile on the official website www.passportindia.gov.in
Step 2: Submission Form: Fill out the online application form. Ensure your name and address match your documents.
Step 3: Final Payment: After, pay the applicable fee online to unlock appointment slots at your passport office.
Step 4: Appointment Booking: Choose your nearest passport office in Chhattisgarh (e.g., Rajouri or a local POPSK).
Step 5: Interview Process: Arrive at the centre with your appointment letter and original documents.
Step 6: Police Verification: Complete your verification; the police officer will visit your residence to verify your background.
Step 7: Passport Delivery: Your passport will be sent via Speed Post to your registered address.