Passport Office in Siliguri

Siliguri is a very busy and important city in the northern part of West Bengal. It is often called the “Gateway to North East India”. The city is famous for its beautiful Tea Gardens, the North Bengal Science Centre, and the Salugara Monastery. The Passport Office in Siliguri is under the jurisdiction of the Siliguri Police Headquarters.

The passport centre is located at 26.7097222° N latitude and 88.4287778 ° E longitude. The Himachal Vihar, Passport Seva Kendra location PIN code is 734001.

 

Passport Seva Kendra Siliguri
Official Address	First Floor, Shopping Center Cum Office Building, Himachal Vihar, District Siliguri, West Bengal, 734001.
Contact number	03532571701
Fax Number	03532571701
Working Days	Monday to Friday
Appointment Timing	9:00 to 4:00 PM
Regional Officer	Shri Ashish Middha
Officer Phone No.	033-40071212
Officer Fax No.	033-40054006
Official E-mail	rpo.kolkata@mea.gov.in
ATM	Operational

 

Siliguri Application Guide: Local Insights & Submission Tips

This Siliguri Application Guide provides essential local insights into the Passport Seva Kendra near the Hong Kong Market.

• Available Application: The office also processes Tatkaal passports and PCC applications.
• Jurisdiction Note: Specifically serves in the Siliguri region.
• The Photocopy Rule: The centre may have a Xerox machine for photocopying facilities. 
• Solution: Carry two sets of self-attested photocopies of every original document at the Siliguri PSK.
• Police Verification: Your file is usually sent to the Siliguri District Police.
• Landmark for Visitors: The kendra is situated near the Siliguri Junction, which is about 1 km away, and the New Jalpaiguri (NJP) Station is about 5 km away.
• Local Holidays: One special festival is Chhath Puja, Durga Puja, and another is the birthday of Poet Bhanu Bhakt on July 13. Remember, government offices are also closed on Saturday and Sunday.
• The other important nearby locations are Khalpara and Panitanki.

 

Siliguri Passport Office Checklist: Essential Documents

If you are a resident of the West Bengal region, you can visit the Passport Office in Siliguri, located at the Shopping Centre Cum Office, Himachal Vihar (Pincode: 734001). Passport documents are:

• Birth Certificate: Issued by the Siliguri Municipal Corporation (SMC) or your local Gram Panchayat.
  PAN Card: Also accepted as proof of age.
• Aadhaar Card: Ensure the mobile number linked with the Aadhaar Card.
• Voter ID Card: Recommended for residents of Siliguri and surrounding villages.
• Bank Passbook: A photo passbook from a Public Sector Bank (like SBI, Bagha Jatin Road, or Bandhan Bank, Hakim Para).
• Electricity Bill: Must be from WBSEDCL and in the applicant’s name.
• School Leaving Certificate: Certificate from Don Bosco School, Madhyamik (10th) or HS (12th) admit card, or a graduation certificate from the University of North Bengal (NBU) or another board.
• Employment Proof: West Bengal State Government employee, you must provide a No Objection Certificate.

 

Passport Services in Siliguri: How to Manage and Track Your Application

The centre provides different services for citizens of Siliguri. The services are:

1. Fresh Passport: Processing first-time applications for ordinary citizens.
2. Passport Re-issue: For cases of expiry, name change, address change, or exhausted pages.
3. Lost and Damage: Service for lost or damaged applications.
4. PCC Certificate: For visa purposes, the PCC certificate is issued for citizens of West Bengal.
5. Biometric Enrolment: Capturing digital photos, fingerprints, and eye scans on-site.
6. Documents Verification: Physical original documents verified by the presiding officer. 

 

Passport Application (Siliguri): A Local’s Step-by-Step Process

Passport application in Siliguri to follow the complete process. The processes are:

1. Registration and Profile Setup: Visit the official government portal, click on “Register Now,” and select the Kolkata Regional Passport Office (RPO). Once registered, log in with your credentials. Noted that the application ID is valid for one year and password resets are mandatory every 90 days.
2. Form Submission: Select “Apply for Fresh Passport/Re-issue of Passport.” Fill out the form carefully. For applicants, ensure your present address matches your current Siliguri Police jurisdiction to avoid verification delays.
3. Payment and Slot Booking: Online payment is required to book a slot. The application fees are normal Rs. 1500, Tatkaal Rs. 3500, and a minor fee of Rs. 1000.
4. Appointment Slot: You can choose from Siliguri PSK, situated near the Hong Kong Market (Pincode: 734001), to book an appointment slot.
5. Physically Visit (Biometrics): You must visit the selected center with your appointment letter and original documents. 

 

How to Track Status in Siliguri & West Bengal

To track your application, you will need your 15-digit File Number, issued by the passport office in Siliguri, and your Date of Birth.

1. Official Website: Visit the official portal and click “Track Application Status.”
2. Mobile App: Use the mPassport Seva in the “Status Tracker” section with details.
3. SMS Service: Send an SMS in the format STATUS <File Number> to 9704100100.
4. The 3:30 PM Rule: In Siliguri, new RPO appointment slots are released daily at 3:30 P.M.