Request for Passport Data Correction

The exact procedure depends on the type of correction and how long it has been since the passport was issued, managed by the Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) under the Ministry of External Affairs.

Passport Data Correction Type

Normal Data Change: This is for minor, non-significant changes within 2 lines. Examples include a slight spelling error in the name (e.g., “Sharma” printed as “Shrma”), a wrong digit in the date of birth, or a minor address change. This is often treated as a “Re-issue” service.
Change of Name / Other Specific Data: This is for major, intentional changes. Examples include changing your entire surname after marriage, adopting a new name legally, or changing your date of birth or place of birth based on new documents. This is always a “Re-issue” service and requires fresh supporting documents.

General Step-by-Step Correction Process

Access the Portal. Go to the official Passport Seva Website.
Register / Login Create a new account or log in
Select the Correct Service: “Apply for Fresh Passport/Re-issue of Passport.”
Fill the Application Form Online
Pay and Schedule Appointment
Visit the PSK/POPSK

Required Documents (Checklist)

Printed Application Form: With the Application Reference Number (ARN).
Original Current Passport.
Proof of Address (if address is changing): Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Utility Bill, etc.
Proof of Date of Birth: Birth Certificate, 10th Class Certificate, etc.
Standard Photographs: As per the specified guidelines.
Supporting Document for the Correction: This is the most critical part.

Correction Letter Format

Your Full Name
Your Complete Address
Your City, State, PIN Code
Your Registered Email Address
Your Registered Mobile Number
Your Passport Application Reference Number (ARN)

Date: [Date of Writing]

To,
The Passport Officer
Regional Passport Office
[Address of the RPO] [City, State, PIN Code]

Subject: Humble Request for Data Correction in Passport Application File No. [Your ARN]

Sir/Madam,

I, [Your Full Name], hereby request you to kindly correct a factual error in my passport application, for which I had my appointment on [Date of Appointment].

My current application details are as follows:

Passport Application Reference Number (ARN): [Your ARN]
Current Name in Application: [Your Name as it currently appears incorrectly]
Date of Appointment: [Date of your appointment at PSK]

The details that require correction are:

Current Incorrect Data in Application	Correct Data That Should Be Updated
[e.g., Name: “Jon Doe”]	[e.g., Name: “John Doe”]
[e.g., Date of Birth: “15/05/1990”]	[e.g., Date of Birth: “14/05/1990”]
[e.g., Place of Birth: “Mumbai”]	[e.g., Place of Birth: “Pune”]

I have attached self-attested copies of the supporting documents for your kind perusal.

I request you to please make the necessary changes in my application and process it further. I apologize for any inconvenience caused.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Sincerely,

(Your Signature)

[Your Full Name]

Enclosures (Attachments):

Self-attested copy of Passport Application Acknowledgement (ARN Page)
Self-attested copy of [Supporting Document 1, e.g., Aadhaar Card]
Self-attested copy of [Supporting Document 2, e.g., Birth Certificate]
Self-attested copy of [Supporting Document 3, e.g., PAN Card]

Submit your correction