How to Apply for the Police Clearance Certificate in India

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A Police Clearance Certificate or PCC is a required document that you need in order to emigrate or to work in India. A PCC is a verification of your criminal record and is something that an employer or visa office will require you to get. If you need to get a PCC, it's important that you start the process early because in some cases it can take over a week to obtain. If you follow the right procedures and have the right information, you can get a Police Clearance Certificate in India.

Method 1
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Filling Out the Application

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  1. Go to passportindia.gov.in . Scroll down to the middle of the page and click on the "Police Clearance Certificate" link. This will bring you to the registration page which will have additional details for your PCC. [1]
  2. If you already live in India, make sure to designate which Police district you live in. There will be a drop-down menu that lets you select the different districts. If you live in Delhi, then select "CPV Delhi" to pick up your certificate at the Consular, Passport, and Visa (CPV) division in Delhi. [2]
    • If you do not currently live in India you will have to visit your local Indian embassy or consulate. [3]
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  3. Login to the Passport Seva Online Portal with the username that you just created. Click "Apply for Police Clearance Certificate" to bring up the application for the Police Clearance Certificate. Fill out all the fields with the proper information before heading onto the next step.
  4. The fee for an application is Rs. 500 ($7.76). [4] Click "Pay and Schedule Appointment" to be brought to the payment page. You can pay using a credit or debit card, an Indian banking account, or with your SBI Bank Challan account. [5]
  5. Make sure to clear your schedule for that day and make an appointment that works for you. If you live in a major Indian city, you may have to wait for up to a week or more to get your appointment. If you live in a less busy district, you'll usually be able to schedule your appointment in the same week.
  6. Once you finish scheduling your appointment, you'll be given a confirmation that you can print out. The confirmation will contain your Application Reference Number (ARN) or appointment number. [6]
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Method 2
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Submitting an E-Form

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  1. Download and fill out the e-form from the Passport Seva website. Go to the Passport Seva website and download the e-form for your PCC. Answer all of the questions to the best of your ability and refer to your passport if you don't know the answer to some of the questions. [7]
  2. Once your done filling out the form click "Validate and Save." This will generate an XML file for your PCC that you'll use later. Save the file on your desktop or in a place that you can easily locate. [8]
  3. After you've filled out the form, you'll need to create a Passport Seva account to upload the file. Click "Register Now" on the main page of the Passport Seva website to register an account.
    • If you've already created an account in the past, you can skip this step.
  4. To login quickly, use the website's login link . Enter the credentials that you created earlier to log into your account.
  5. Upload the XML file. Click the "Upload e-Form" link to upload the XML file that you generated before. Browse through your files and find the form that you filled out and click "Upload." [9]
  6. Once you get to your account page, you'll need to click the "View Saved/Submitted Applications" to navigate to the upload location for your e-form. There will be a link that says "Pay and Schedule Appointment." Click the link to be brought to the payment scheduling page. Insert your payment details and choose a day that you're free.
    • The cost for a PCC in India is Rs. 500 ($7.76).
  7. Once you're done, click the "Print Application Receipt" link to receive your Application Reference Number (ARN). You will need the receipt when you go on your interview. [10]
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Method 3
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Going to Your PCC Appointment

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  1. Make photocopies of your passport. For your appointment, you'll need a photocopy of your passport's first two and last two pages including ECR/Non-ECR page and page of observation. Print out these photocopies before your appointment so that you have the proper documentation with you. These extra photocopies will go into your file. [11]
  2. The documents you'll have to bring to your appointment include your old passport, two forms of proof of your present address (utility bills, aadhaar, or voter ID), and proof of your employment status. If you don't have a job, you'll need to get your sponsorship declaration or your application for residential status . [12]
    • Remember to bring the confirmation that you originally printed out after paying for the PCC online.
  3. Visit the Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) or Regional Passport Office (RPO) on the day of your scheduled appointment. Once you get to the front desk, let them know that you made an appointment online and have all the documents that you need to get your PCC. [13]
    • If there are no issues with your application, you should be able to get the PCC on the same day.
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Obtaining Your PCC Online in Delhi

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  1. If you are applying for a PCC inside of Delhi, you can obtain it online without having to make an appointment with your Regional Passport Office. In Delhi, law enforcement will visit you to verify your application and you can register and apply on a separate website.
  2. Visit the official Delhi Police website to find the PCC online registration link. Scroll down and Click "Register" for a Police Clearance Certificate.
  3. Once you start the registration process, you'll be asked to enter an e-mail to receive a verification. Type in your email to get the confirmation number so that you can bring up the PCC application. Once you get to the application page, fill out all the information accurately and submit it.
  4. A PCC through the Dehli Police Department costs around Rs. 505 ($7.84). Use their payment portal to make a payment for the PCC. You should receive a confirmation receipt in an e-mail if you filled everything out correctly. [14]
  5. The Dehli police will give you a house visit once you've finished paying and submitting your application. They will double check the veracity of your application to ensure that all the details are true. [15]
  6. Check your email for an attached PCC. Your PCC should arrive in an e-mail within 21 days, though in some circumstances it may take longer. To check the status of your application, log into the Dehli Police Department's website.
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    I have an Indian passport issued last month, how long will it take to get the PCC?
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    As long as you have all the proper documents, the PCC should only take about a week to get.
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    If I have had a check fraud case, can I still apply for a police clearance certificate?
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    Yes you can. The PCC will list your fraud charges.
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    Can I get a PCC from my present address, or does it have to be done from a permanent address only?
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    You can get it from your present address. Just include your present address and have some form of address proof, like a rental agreement.
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      References

      1. ↑ https://passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/welcomeLink
      2. ↑ https://portal2.passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/user/UserRegistrationActionDBAuth
      3. ↑ http://www.immihelp.com/immigration/police-certificates.html
      4. ↑ https://passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/fee/feeInput
      5. ↑ https://passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/online/pccOnlineApp
      6. ↑ https://passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/online/pccOnlineApp
      7. ↑ https://passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/online/pccOnlineApp
      8. ↑ https://passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/online/pccOnlineApp
      9. ↑ https://passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/online/pccOnlineApp
      1. ↑ https://passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/online/pccOnlineApp
      2. ↑ https://www.mea.gov.in/police-clearance-certificate.htm
      3. ↑ https://www.mea.gov.in/police-clearance-certificate.htm
      4. ↑ https://passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/online/pccOnlineApp
      5. ↑ https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/delhi/now-police-to-issue-clearance-certificate-after-21-days-not-7/
      6. ↑ https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/delhi/now-police-to-issue-clearance-certificate-after-21-days-not-7/

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      To apply for the Police Clearance Certificate in India, start by registering on the Indian passport website and filling out the application online. Then, pay the application fee and schedule an appointment to bring in the necessary documents to your regional passport office. On the day of your appointment, make sure you bring a photocopy of your passport and proof of your employment or residence. If there aren't any issues with your application, you should receive your certificate on the same day as your appointment. To learn how to apply for a Police Clearance Certificate if you live in India, scroll down!

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