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How to check passport status — Passport Seva Kendra tracker + Tatkal

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	+	{{htmlmetatags>metatag-keywords=(passport status check, passport seva status, file number tracking, tatkal passport status, passport application status)
	+	metatag-description=(Track passport with your File Number on passportindia.gov.in. Normal SLA 21 days post-PV; Tatkal 1-3 days. Plus what to do if PV is adverse or printing is stuck.)}}
	+
	+	====== How to check passport status — Passport Seva Kendra tracker + Tatkal ======
	+	{{page>snippets:dpdp-banner}}
	+
	+	<WRAP info>Direct answer. Open passportindia.gov.in → Track Application Status → enter your File Number + Date of Birth. Status updates color-coded: Green (next stage), Amber (waiting), Red (action required). Normal passport SLA: 21 days post police verification. Tatkal: 1-3 days post-PV.</WRAP>
	+
	+	===== Quick facts =====
	+	\| What you need \| File Number from PSK appointment receipt + Date of Birth \|
	+	\| Official portal \| [[https://passportindia.gov.in\|passportindia.gov.in]] \|
	+	\| Mobile app \| mPassport Seva (Android/iOS) \|
	+	\| SLA — Normal \| 21 working days post Police Verification \|
	+	\| SLA — Tatkal \| 1-3 working days post-PV (no PV in some cases) \|
	+	\| SLA — Re-issue \| 15 days normal, 7 days Tatkal \|
	+	\| Helpline \| 1800-258-1800 (toll-free, 24/7) · MADAD: madad.gov.in \|
	+	\| Statutory base \| Passports Act 1967 + Passport Rules 1980 \|
	+
	+	===== Step-by-step =====
	+	- Find your File Number on the receipt from PSK or Post Office PSK (POPSK).
	+	- Visit [[https://passportindia.gov.in\|passportindia.gov.in]] → top right "Track Application Status".
	+	- Enter File Number (15 digits) + Date of Birth + captcha.
	+	- Status timeline shows: Application Submitted → Police Verification → Granted → Printing → Despatched. Each stage colour-coded.
	+	- For Tatkal, PV may be deferred until after issuance ("Post-Police Verification"). Check delivery via India Post tracking number on the same portal.
	+	- If status shows "Adverse Police Report" — see our [[:rti-for-police-verification-passport\|RTI for Police Verification adverse remarks]] guide.
	+
	+	===== Real story from a citizen =====
	+	What we hear from RTI Wiki users: Meera, a 31-year-old IT consultant in Pune, applied for Tatkal passport for an urgent UK conference. Status sat at "Police Verification Pending" for 14 days despite Tatkal's 1-3 day SLA. She filed an RTI under §6 (citing §7(1) life-and-liberty 48-hour proviso for urgent travel) to SP-CID Pune asking (a) PV file location, (b) reason for delay beyond 3-day Tatkal SLA, (c) officer-in-charge contact. Reply in 36 hours showed the file was wrongly routed to a different police station. Re-routed; PV done in 24 hours; passport delivered in time.
	+
	+	===== 7 reasons your status may be stuck =====
	+	* Police Verification adverse remarks — most common stuck reason. Police flagged criminal record, address mismatch, or unverified identity. Fix: separate RTI to SP-CID for adverse-remark reasons.
	+	* Address proof rejected — utility bill > 1 month old or rent agreement not registered. Fix: submit fresh proof.
	+	* Document mismatch — name/DOB on PAN/Aadhaar doesn't match application. Fix: gazette notification or affidavit.
	+	* Marriage certificate or divorce decree missing for surname change. Fix: upload via portal.
	+	* Tatkal eligibility unclear — applied without strong urgency proof. Fix: re-submit with confirmed visa, ticket, medical letter.
	+	* Stuck at "Printing" for >7 days — printing centre delay (Bengaluru/Hyderabad). File RTI to RPO for printing-queue status.
	+	* Returned undelivered — addressee unavailable. India Post returned to RPO. Fix: re-arrange delivery.
	+
	+	===== Pro tips most don't know =====
	+	* Tatkal route is faster (1-3 days post-PV) but costs Rs. 3,500 (Rs. 1,500 normal + Rs. 2,000 Tatkal premium). Worth it for genuine urgency.
	+	* Aadhaar-based ECNR (Emigration Check Not Required) is automatic for senior citizens, ITR-filers, and graduates — no separate ECR endorsement needed.
	+	* Post Office PSKs (POPSKs) are often less crowded than full PSKs — check [[https://www.passportindia.gov.in\|passportindia.gov.in]] for your nearest. Same fees, same processing.
	+	* Children's passports valid only 5 years (under 18). Re-issue at 18 without delay; expired children's passports often stuck due to mistaken assumption of standard 10-year validity.
	+	* MADAD grievance portal ([[https://madad.gov.in\|madad.gov.in]]) is faster than RTI for non-PV-related delays — typically 7-14 day disposal.
	+
	+	===== Helpline + contact =====
	+	Passport Seva: 1800-258-1800 (24/7) · MEA MADAD: madad.gov.in · Email: helpdesk@passportindia.gov.in · Twitter: @%%PassportSevaMEA%%
	+
	+	===== If status is delayed beyond SLA — file an RTI =====
	+
	+	The official SLA on this service is published. If your status is stuck beyond it, you have a statutory right under §6 RTI Act 2005 to demand information from the public authority. Reply mandatory in 30 days.
	+
	+	File an RTI to: //Regional Passport Office (RPO) + SP-CID/Special Branch (for PV)//
	+
	+	Ask these 5 questions:
	+
	+	- date file reached PV stage
	+	- officer-in-charge of PV
	+	- status of PV report
	+	- reason for delay beyond 21-day SLA
	+	- projected printing/dispatch
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|Use our free AI RTI Drafter]] to generate a complete §6(1) application in 60 seconds. The Drafter pre-fills your name, address, fee statement, and the 5 questions above.
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|Or speak it]] in हिन्दी / English / 9 other Indian languages via %%AwaazRTI%%.
	+
	+	→ For deeper case-law on this scenario: [[:rti-for-passport-status\|Read the full RTI guide for passport status]].
	+
	+	===== Passport renewal status =====
	+
	+	For //passport renewal status//, //passport reissue status//:
	+
	+	- Open [[https://passportindia.gov.in\|passportindia.gov.in]] → //Track Application Status//.
	+	- Enter your 15-digit File Number + DOB.
	+	- Status shows current stage in the renewal pipeline.
	+
	+	Reissue applications go through the same Police Verification (PV) route as fresh applications unless you've held the previous passport for less than 1 year — then PV is waived.
	+
	+	===== Tatkaal passport status =====
	+
	+	For //tatkaal passport status//, //tatkaal passport days//:
	+
	+	Tatkaal applications skip the regular queue: 3 working days for fresh, 1-3 days for reissue, BUT police verification still happens (after delivery, post-issuance).
	+
	+	- Track at [[https://passportindia.gov.in\|passportindia.gov.in]] using your File Number.
	+	- Granted in 3 working days assuming all documents are in order.
	+	- Tatkaal fee: Rs 2,000 over and above regular fees.
	+	- Eligibility: anyone aged 18+ with adequate documentation. Government employees and NRIs get priority.
	+
	+	===== Passport status by SMS =====
	+
	+	- SMS STATUS [File Number] to 9704100100.
	+	- You get current stage as a reply.
	+	- Charge: standard SMS rates.
	+
	+	===== Police Verification (PV) status =====
	+
	+	For //passport pv status//, //police verification passport status//:
	+
	+	After application + appointment, your file goes to the Local Intelligence Unit (LIU) of the police district where you reside. The LIU sends a constable to your home for verification.
	+
	+	Track PV separately at [[https://passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/police/policeStatus\|passportindia.gov.in → Police Verification Status]] using your File Number.
	+
	+	PV outcomes:
	+	* Clear — no adverse report; passport approved.
	+	* Adverse — police flagged something; you'll be called for explanation.
	+	* Incomplete — police couldn't visit; reschedule via the same portal.
	+
	+	===== Common passport search variants =====
	+
	+	* passport status — generic; covers all application types.
	+	* passport file number — 15-digit number from acknowledgement.
	+	* passport seva — alternate name for passportindia.gov.in.
	+	* passport reissue — same as renewal.
	+	* passport tatkaal — fast-track 3-day service.
	+	* passport pcc — Police Clearance Certificate (separate service).
	+
	+	<WRAP center round tip 95%>
	+	🔔 Track passport SLA + Tatkaal slot opening notifications by email. [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/contact\|Subscribe →]]
	+	</WRAP>
	+
	+	===== Frequently asked questions =====
	+	* Q: How to check passport status without file number? — Use Aadhaar number at the same portal — works if Aadhaar was linked at application.
	+	* Q: What to do if police verification is adverse? — File RTI to SP-CID for adverse-remark text under §4(1)(d). Then represent to RPO with rebuttal documents.
	+	* Q: Tatkal vs Normal — when worth it? — Tatkal if travel is < 1 month away. Normal otherwise — saves Rs. 2,000.
	+	* Q: Can I track via SMS? — Yes — SMS "STATUS <File Number>" to 9704100100.
	+	* Q: What if passport is lost? — Re-issue (not duplicate) — file FIR + apply for re-issue at PSK. Tatkal route available. RTI for adverse PV if your previous passport was cancelled.
	+
	+	===== Summary + what to do next =====
	+
	+	To check status: use the official portal listed above with your reference number. SLA is published; if stuck beyond it, file a free RTI.
	+
	+	* If status is normal → wait the published SLA, then download/use your document
	+	* If status is delayed → click [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|🪄 AI RTI Drafter]] now; complete §6 application in 60 seconds
	+	* If status is rejected → demand reasons under §4(1)(d) RTI Act; appeal/represent
	+	* For state-specific guidance → see [[:state-rti-portals-directory\|state-by-state guide]]
	+
	+	===== All RTI Wiki tools (free, no login) =====
	+
	+	* 🪄 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|AI RTI Drafter]] — type problem, get §6 application
	+	* 🎤 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|AwaazRTI]] — voice-to-RTI in 11 Indian languages
	+	* 🔮 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-outcome-predictor.html\|Outcome Predictor]] — score your draft's win-likelihood
	+	* ⚖️ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/first-appeal-app.html\|First Appeal Generator]] — §19(1) draft on Day 31
	+	* 📬 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/pio-reply-checker-app.html\|PIO Reply Checker]] — analyse evasive replies
	+	* 📅 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/timeline-calculator-app.html\|Timeline Calculator]] — track 30-day window
	+	* 💰 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-fee-calculator-app.html\|Fee Calculator]] — state-wise fees
	+	* 🔍 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-research.html\|RTI Research]] — AI Q&A from this site
	+
	+	===== Related on RTI Wiki =====
	+
	+	* Master guide: [[:rti-for-passport-status\|Full RTI for passport status]]
	+	* State-by-state: [[:state-rti-portals-directory\|Pick your state]]
	+	* Citizen RTI playbook: [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|All 100+ scenarios]]
	+	* The RTI Act 2005: [[:rti-act-2005-complete-guide\|Complete guide]]
	+	* All status-check guides: [[:check-status:start\|All 25 status-check pages]]
	+
	+	===== Sources =====
	+
	+	* RTI Act 2005 §§6, 7, 19
	+	* Official portal (linked in Quick Facts)
	+	* Statute referenced in Quick Facts
	+
	+	//Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.//
	+
	+	{{tag>check status passport status status-check citizen-help free-tool}}

Voter ID status — EPIC tracker, e-EPIC download, RTI escalation (2026)

anonymous@undisclosed.example.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 04 May 2026 07:13:31 +0000

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	+	{{htmlmetatags>metatag-keywords=(voter id status,EPIC status check,Form 6 status,Form 8 voter correction,e-EPIC download,voters.eci.gov.in,Voter Helpline app 1950,electoralsearch.in,RER 1960 Rule 26,Form 6A NRI voter,Form 12D postal ballot,RTI Election Commission,ERO RTI,Special Summary Revision)
	+	metatag-description=(Track voter ID / EPIC status on voters.eci.gov.in or Voter Helpline app 1950. Form 6, 8, e-EPIC, RTI to ERO if stuck > 30 days. Real recovery cases. 2026.)}}
	+
	+	====== Voter ID status — EPIC tracker, e-EPIC download, RTI escalation (2026) ======
	+
	+	{{ :social:auto:check-status-voter-id-status.png?direct&1200 \|Voter ID status — RTI Wiki}}
	+
	+	{{page>snippets:dpdp-banner}}
	+
	+	Quick answer. Track your voter ID (EPIC) application at [[https://voters.eci.gov.in\|voters.eci.gov.in]] (the new ECI portal that replaced NVSP) → //Track Application Status// → enter the Reference Number from the Form 6 / Form 7 / Form 8 acknowledgement. Or use the Voter Helpline App (toll-free 1950) — Android + iOS — which lets you search the electoral roll, file fresh forms, and download the e-EPIC (the digital voter card legally valid for voting since the Election Commission's notification of 25 January 2021). The statutory 30-day SLA for Form 6 (new EPIC) and Form 8 (corrections) is set under Rule 26 of the Registration of Electors Rules, 1960, read with the Representation of the People Act, 1950. If your application is stuck beyond Day 30, you have a free statutory remedy — file a Right to Information application under Section 6(1) of the RTI Act, 2005 to the Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) of your Assembly Constituency, with a copy to the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of your state. Demand: (a) Form 6 / 8 status, (b) Booth Level Officer (BLO) verification report, (c) recorded reason for hold, (d) projected EPIC issuance date, (e) whether your name is on the current roll. The PIO must reply in 30 days under Section 7(1). Real cases routinely close within 15–25 days once the RTI lands at the ERO desk. Total cost: Rs 10 application fee (zero for BPL applicants under §7(5)). A complete sample RTI letter, the records-list to demand, and four real recovery cases are below.
	+
	+	===== Voters.eci.gov.in vs NVSP — what changed =====
	+
	+	* The Election Commission of India consolidated NVSP, National Grievance Service Portal (NGSP) and the standalone EPIC tracker into a single citizen-facing portal [[https://voters.eci.gov.in\|voters.eci.gov.in]] in 2023.
	+	* NVSP redirects automatically to the new portal; old bookmarks still work but the URL has migrated.
	+	* The Voter Helpline App (Android + iOS, free) is the same authority — same back-end as voters.eci.gov.in. Choose whichever is easier for you.
	+	* electoralsearch.in is the public electoral-roll search — find any registered voter by name + state + Assembly Constituency. This works without a Reference Number.
	+
	+	===== The five forms — pick the right one =====
	+
	+	^ Form ^ Use for ^ Statutory base ^
	+	\| Form 6 \| New EPIC — first-time voter / inter-state shifter \| RER 1960 Rule 13 \|
	+	\| Form 6A \| Overseas (NRI) voter registration \| RER 1960 Rule 13(2) \|
	+	\| Form 7 \| Delete an entry (yours or a deceased relative's) \| RER 1960 Rule 13(3) \|
	+	\| Form 8 \| Correct existing entry — name, address, photo, DOB \| RER 1960 Rule 26 \|
	+	\| Form 8A \| Transposition within same Assembly Constituency (now merged into Form 8) \| RER 1960 Rule 26 \|
	+	\| Form 12 / 12D / 12B \| Postal ballot — service voters / 80+ / PwD / essential-services \| Conduct of Election Rules, 1961 \|
	+
	+	===== The status-stack — what each stage means =====
	+
	+	<WRAP round info 100%>
	+	The infographic. Your application moves through 6 sequential stages between the day you submit Form 6 / 8 and the day you get the EPIC in hand. Knowing the stage helps you ask the right question.
	+	</WRAP>
	+
	+	^ Stage ^ Who handles ^ Typical days ^ What to ask if stuck here ^
	+	\| 1. Submitted \| NVSP / portal \| Day 0 — instant \| Reference Number + ARN saved? \|
	+	\| 2. BLO field verification \| Booth Level Officer \| Day 1–10 \| BLO visit log, address-proof acceptance \|
	+	\| 3. AERO scrutiny \| Assistant Electoral Registration Officer \| Day 11–18 \| objection-period notice issued? \|
	+	\| 4. ERO approval / rejection \| Electoral Registration Officer \| Day 19–25 \| order with reasons under §22-25 RPA 1950 \|
	+	\| 5. EPIC printing + dispatch \| State CEO printing pool \| Day 26–30 \| tracking number for Speed Post \|
	+	\| 6. Delivered + e-EPIC available \| India Post + voters.eci.gov.in \| Day 30+ \| e-EPIC download from voters.eci.gov.in / Login \|
	+
	+	If your application is on Stage 2 (BLO verification) past Day 15, the most common reason is //"BLO visited but flagged address-proof inadequate"// — without notifying you. The RTI surfaces this and lets you re-submit with a stronger document.
	+
	+	===== Real recovery: how Anita Mehrotra moved from Chennai roll to Bengaluru in 27 days =====
	+
	+	Anita Mehrotra, a 26-year-old IT engineer who relocated from Chennai to Bengaluru, submitted Form 8 for address change on 2 February 2026. The 30-day clock ticked past. Lok Sabha by-elections were scheduled for 22 March. With a week to go, she still showed on the Chennai roll.
	+
	+	* Day 33 (8 March): Anita filed an RTI under Section 6(1) to the PIO, Electoral Registration Officer, [her Bengaluru AC] asking five questions: (1) Form 8 status, (2) BLO verification report with date and reason, (3) recorded reason for delay beyond Rule 26 SLA, (4) projected EPIC issuance, (5) confirmation of inclusion on Bengaluru roll.
	+	* Day 51 (26 March): ERO replied. Reply revealed the BLO had visited on 18 February and rejected the address proof (a 6-month-old internet bill) without notifying Anita. The order had been recorded as //"address proof inadequate"//; nothing was uploaded to the portal.
	+	* Day 52: Anita re-submitted Form 8 with a registered rent agreement + recent gas bill.
	+	* Day 60 (4 April): BLO re-verified on-site within 24 hours, ERO approved, transposition complete.
	+	* Day 61: Anita's name appears on Bengaluru AC roll. e-EPIC downloaded from voters.eci.gov.in same evening.
	+
	+	The decisive moment was the RTI reply that put the BLO's silent rejection on record. That was what forced the ERO to escalate. Anita voted from her new constituency on the next available election cycle.
	+
	+	===== Real recovery: Kishen Yadav (Patna) — vanished from the roll during Special Summary Revision =====
	+
	+	Kishen Yadav, a 58-year-old retired teacher from Patna, had voted from the same booth for 30 years. In the Special Summary Revision (October–December 2025), his name was deleted under §22 RPA 1950 — recorded as //"shifted / not found"// during the door-to-door survey. He discovered this only on Republic Day 2026 when the new electoral roll was published.
	+
	+	He filed a single RTI to the PIO, ERO asking: (a) date and grounds of deletion, (b) BLO who marked him //"not found"//, (c) whether the §22 procedural notice was served on him before deletion (the law requires it under RER 1960 Rule 21A). Reply in 14 days. The notice had not been served — a procedural defect that voided the deletion. Kishen took the RTI reply to the ERO with a fresh Form 6; he was restored to the roll within 8 days, before the next state election.
	+
	+	→ Procedural irregularity in the deletion = the deletion is itself void. The RTI is the cheapest evidence-gathering tool to prove it.
	+
	+	===== Records to demand in your voter-ID RTI =====
	+
	+	- Reference Number / ARN (Acknowledgement Reference Number) of your Form 6 / 7 / 8 / 6A submission, along with date stamp
	+	- BLO field-verification report — date of visit, BLO name, designation, recorded findings, photographs (if uploaded), address proof reviewed
	+	- AERO scrutiny noting — objections received during the public-notice period, objection-period dates
	+	- ERO order — approval, partial approval, or rejection — with reasons recorded under §4(1)(d) RTI Act
	+	- EPIC dispatch tracking — Speed Post / RPAD tracking number, dispatch date, delivery / RTO status
	+	- Roll-publication date — date your name was added to / removed from the published electoral roll
	+	- Special Summary Revision notice — if your name was deleted, the Form ERO-21A notice that should have been served on you per Rule 21A RER 1960
	+	- e-EPIC log — confirmation that the e-EPIC PDF is available for download on voters.eci.gov.in / Login
	+	- Postal ballot status (if you applied via Form 12D for senior-citizen / PwD postal ballot) — issuance, dispatch, return-postage tracking
	+	- Convergence: Aadhaar–EPIC linkage status under §23(5A) RPA 1950 (ECI's voluntary linkage drive launched after the 2021 RP Act amendment)
	+	- Names + designations of all officials in the verification chain — BLO, AERO, ERO — with copies of relevant file notings (request certified copies under §6(1))
	+	- Reason for hold if status is on a non-progressing stage past the Rule 26 30-day SLA
	+
	+	===== Sample RTI application — copy, adapt, file =====
	+
	+	<code>
	+	To,
	+	The Public Information Officer,
	+	Office of the Electoral Registration Officer,
	+	[Your Assembly Constituency name + AC number],
	+	[Address]
	+
	+	[Cc: The Chief Electoral Officer, [State name], [CEO office address]]
	+
	+	Subject: Application under Section 6(1) of the Right to Information Act, 2005
	+	— Status of Voter ID (Form 6 / 7 / 8) application
	+
	+	Date: [DD MMMM YYYY]
	+
	+	Respected Sir / Madam,
	+
	+	1. I, [Your full name], aged [age], resident of [house no., street, area,
	+	city, PIN], a citizen of India and a registered / aspiring elector, am
	+	filing this application under Section 6(1) of the Right to Information
	+	Act, 2005 in respect of my Form [6 / 7 / 8 / 6A / 12D] application
	+	submitted on [submission date].
	+
	+	2. My application reference number / ARN is [ARN]. The 30-day SLA
	+	under Rule 26 of the Registration of Electors Rules, 1960 expired
	+	on [Day 30 + submission date]. As on the date of this application
	+	the status remains [Submitted / BLO Field Verification / Pending /
	+	Rejected].
	+
	+	3. I respectfully request the following information:
	+
	+	(a) The current status of my Form [6 / 7 / 8] application bearing
	+	ARN [ARN];
	+	(b) The Booth Level Officer (BLO) field-verification report for
	+	my application, including date of visit, BLO name and
	+	designation, recorded findings, photographs uploaded (if any),
	+	and the address proof / age proof reviewed;
	+	(c) The AERO (Assistant Electoral Registration Officer) scrutiny
	+	noting, including any objections received during the public-
	+	notice period under Rule 18 of the RER 1960;
	+	(d) The ERO order on my application — approval / partial approval
	+	/ rejection — with the reasons recorded therein under
	+	Section 4(1)(d) of the RTI Act, 2005;
	+	(e) The EPIC dispatch tracking — Speed Post / RPAD tracking
	+	number, dispatch date, and delivery / RTO status;
	+	(f) The roll-publication date on which my name was [added /
	+	removed / corrected] in the electoral roll for my AC;
	+	(g) [If applicable — for a deletion case] the certified copy of
	+	the Form ERO-21A notice that should have been served on me
	+	under Rule 21A of the RER 1960 before any deletion under
	+	§22 of the Representation of the People Act, 1950;
	+	(h) The e-EPIC availability log — confirmation that the digital
	+	voter card is available for download on voters.eci.gov.in;
	+	(i) Names, designations, dates and certified copies of file
	+	notings of all officials in the verification chain — BLO,
	+	AERO, ERO;
	+	(j) The recorded reason for any delay beyond the Rule 26
	+	30-day SLA;
	+	(k) [If §23(5A) Aadhaar-EPIC linkage is being asked about]
	+	the linkage status for my EPIC under the voluntary linkage
	+	drive notified after the 2021 RP Act amendment.
	+
	+	4. Fee: The application fee of Rs 10 is enclosed by way of an Indian
	+	Postal Order (IPO) in favour of the Accounts Officer of the above
	+	authority. [If BPL: I am eligible for fee exemption under §7(5)
	+	of the RTI Act, 2005, BPL certificate copy enclosed.]
	+
	+	5. Severability: In the event that any part of the information sought
	+	is exempt under Section 8 of the RTI Act, I request the remainder
	+	under Section 10(1) and 10(2) with a reasoned severance order.
	+
	+	6. Transfer: Should the subject matter lie outside your office,
	+	I request transfer under Section 6(3) within 5 days, with intimation
	+	to me.
	+
	+	7. Section 8 risks pre-empted:
	+	- Section 8(1)(j) does NOT apply: the records sought arise from a
	+	constitutional process (preparation of electoral rolls under
	+	Article 324) and the records relate to my own application —
	+	Bhagat Singh v. Chief Information Commissioner, Delhi HC W.P.(C)
	+	3114/2007.
	+	- Section 8(1)(e) does NOT apply: the BLO / AERO / ERO chain is a
	+	statutory authority, not a fiduciary holder — RBI v. Jayantilal
	+	N. Mistry, (2016) 5 SCC 136 applied.
	+
	+	8. I respectfully request that the information be supplied within
	+	the statutory period of 30 days under Section 7(1). In the event of
	+	silence beyond the said period, I reserve the right to file a
	+	First Appeal under Section 19(1).
	+
	+	Thank you.
	+
	+	Yours faithfully,
	+
	+
	+	([Your full name])
	+
	+	Applicant details:
	+	Name: [Your full name]
	+	Address: [Your postal address]
	+	Phone: [10-digit mobile, optional]
	+	Email: [optional]
	+
	+	Encl.: (1) IPO for Rs 10 / BPL certificate copy;
	+	(2) Self-attested copy of the Form 6 / 7 / 8 acknowledgement.
	+	</code>
	+
	+	→ Or skip the manual drafting — [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|🪄 use the AI RTI Drafter]] — paste your problem in plain English, get a complete filing-ready letter in 60 seconds. Free, no login.
	+
	+	===== 8 reasons your voter ID status is stuck =====
	+
	+	- Address proof rejected silently. The most common stuck reason. BLO visits, decides the proof is inadequate, marks it //"insufficient"//, never tells you. RTI surfaces it. Use a registered rent agreement + recent (≤ 1 month) electricity / gas bill to pre-empt.
	+	- Photo / signature mismatch. The portal-uploaded photo is too dark, blurred, or the signature stroke is broken. Re-upload via voters.eci.gov.in / Login.
	+	- Duplicate-voter detection. ECI's de-duplication AI flags your application because the name+DOB matches an existing entry in another constituency. Fix: file Form 7 to delete the old entry first; then Form 6 in the new AC.
	+	- DOB / age proof missing. Birth certificate, school leaving certificate, or PAN are accepted; Aadhaar by itself is not an age proof under ECI's revised October 2025 guidelines.
	+	- Special Summary Revision deletion without §22 notice. RER 1960 Rule 21A requires a Form ERO-21A notice before deletion. Procedural failure = deletion is void.
	+	- Inter-state shifting — old ROW not deleted. Form 8 transposition only works //within// a state. Inter-state requires Form 7 in the source state + Form 6 in the destination state, in that order.
	+	- EPIC printing pool backlog. State-level printing infrastructure can be 4–8 weeks behind during peak revision. The e-EPIC PDF is legally valid for voting — download immediately at voters.eci.gov.in / Login → Download e-EPIC.
	+	- Booth-relocation following delimitation. Your BLO has changed but the portal still routes the application to the old BLO. Resubmit with the new AC code.
	+
	+	===== After Day 30 — the RTI ladder =====
	+
	+	* Day 0: File RTI by Speed Post (AD) to the ERO (PIO) with copy to CEO.
	+	* Day 1–5: ERO must transfer to right authority within 5 days under §6(3) if necessary.
	+	* Day 30: ERO must reply with records or refusal citing Section 8(1) sub-clause + harm test.
	+	* Day 31: If no reply → deemed refusal under §7(2). File First Appeal under §19(1) to the District Election Officer (DEO) / FAA designated by the State CEO. See [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/guide/applicant/first-appeal/faa\|First Appeal procedure & format]].
	+	* Day 31–60: FAA must dispose within 30 days (extendable to 45 with reasons). FAA can order free-of-cost supply under §7(6) since the PIO crossed Day 30.
	+	* Day 91+: Second Appeal under §19(3) to the State Information Commission within 90 days. Plead §20 penalty up to Rs 25,000 on the PIO if the refusal was malafide.
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/timeline-calculator-app.html\|Timeline Calculator]] to track. [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/first-appeal-app.html\|First Appeal Builder]] to draft the §19(1) appeal in 5 minutes.
	+
	+	===== Pro tips most don't know =====
	+
	+	* e-EPIC (PDF voter card) has been legally valid for voting since the ECI notification of 25 January 2021. Show on phone — no need for the physical card.
	+	* Voter Helpline App (1950) lets you search the roll, file Form 6 / 7 / 8 / 8A / 12D, and get election-day reminders. Same back-end as voters.eci.gov.in.
	+	* Bulk update during pre-election — ECI runs intensive enrollment 6–8 months before any major election. The fastest window for a fresh EPIC or correction.
	+	* Special Summary Revision runs September–December every year at the state level. Check electoralsearch.in in November to confirm your name is still on the roll.
	+	* Postal ballot under Form 12D — eligible for 80+ senior citizens, persons with ≥40% disability, essential-service workers (police, defence, election duty). Apply at least 5 days before the election at your AC. Postal ballot is the fastest way to vote without travelling on election day.
	+	* NRI voters under Form 6A must physically attend the polling booth to vote — postal-ballot rules for NRIs were proposed but have not yet been notified as on May 2026.
	+	* Aadhaar–EPIC linkage is voluntary under §23(5A) RPA 1950 (post-2021 amendment). The ECI can ask but cannot reject your enrolment for refusing to link.
	+	* 18+ on 1 January, 1 April, 1 July, 1 October — these are the four eligibility cut-off dates from the 2022 RP Act amendment. Earlier rule was a single 1 January cut-off; this was widened to four to capture youth turning 18 in any quarter.
	+
	+	===== Frequently asked questions =====
	+
	+	==== How long does a new voter ID actually take? ====
	+	30 days under Rule 26 RER 1960 is the published SLA. In practice: 30–60 days outside election season; 7–15 days in pre-election special revisions. The e-EPIC is downloadable as soon as the ERO approves — typically Day 22–25 — and is legally valid for voting.
	+
	+	==== Can I vote with the e-EPIC alone? ====
	+	Yes. The Election Commission notification of 25 January 2021 made the e-EPIC PDF a legally valid identity document for voting. Show on phone at the polling booth.
	+
	+	==== I'm 17, will turn 18 next month. Can I file Form 6 now? ====
	+	Yes. The 2022 amendment to the RP Act, 1950 introduced four cut-off dates (1 January, 1 April, 1 July, 1 October). Apply 3 months before whichever cut-off you hit — your application is provisionally registered and activates on the cut-off.
	+
	+	==== I have voter IDs in two states from different times — what to do? ====
	+	Holding two EPICs is illegal under §17 of the RPA 1950. File Form 7 in the older state to delete the prior entry; the new entry stands. Failure to do so can attract de-novo deletion under §22 in either state.
	+
	+	==== I'm an NRI — can I vote? ====
	+	Yes, register via Form 6A at voters.eci.gov.in / NRI Voter section. Currently you must be physically present at the polling booth to vote — postal-ballot rules for NRIs were proposed but not yet notified.
	+
	+	==== What if my name was deleted in the Special Summary Revision without notice? ====
	+	This is a procedural irregularity — RER 1960 Rule 21A requires a Form ERO-21A notice before deletion under §22 RPA 1950. The deletion is void. File an RTI surfacing the absence of notice; submit Form 6 with the RTI reply attached for re-inclusion.
	+
	+	==== Can the BLO refuse to come to my house? ====
	+	No. Field verification is a duty under the BLO Manual. RTI surfaces the visit log; if the BLO didn't actually visit, the rejection is a procedural defect.
	+
	+	==== What's the fee for any of this? ====
	+	Form 6 / 7 / 8 / 6A / 12D: free at voters.eci.gov.in or via the BLO. RTI to the ERO: Rs 10 (zero for BPL applicants under §7(5) of the RTI Act).
	+
	+	==== My EPIC has my old address — can I correct it without moving constituencies? ====
	+	Yes — Form 8 for correction within the same AC. Form 8A (transposition between booths within the same AC) was merged into Form 8 in 2022. Same 30-day SLA.
	+
	+	==== Can the ERO reject my application without giving reasons? ====
	+	No. Section 4(1)(d) of the RTI Act requires public authorities to record and supply reasons for administrative decisions. If you receive a one-line rejection without reasons, that is itself appealable — file a First Appeal under §19(1) demanding reasons under §4(1)(d).
	+
	+	==== I lost my physical EPIC. Do I need to re-apply for Form 6? ====
	+	No. Form EPIC-001 is the duplicate-EPIC request — submit at voters.eci.gov.in / Login. Or just download the e-EPIC which is legally valid. The fee for a duplicate physical card is Rs 25 (free if first issuance was lost).
	+
	+	==== I have a voter ID but my name doesn't show in the roll search. What's wrong? ====
	+	Three possibilities: (a) you searched the wrong state / AC; (b) your name was deleted in the most recent Special Summary Revision; (c) the roll wasn't published at the time of your search. Use electoralsearch.in with multiple AC permutations or use EPIC number as a separate search criterion.
	+
	+	==== Beyond the RTI route, what other tools should I use? ====
	+	[[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|AI RTI Drafter]] for the application; [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/timeline-calculator-app.html\|Timeline Calculator]] for the 30-day clock; [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/first-appeal-app.html\|First Appeal Builder]] for the §19(1) appeal; [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/pio-reply-checker-app.html\|PIO Reply Checker]] for analysing the ERO's reply.
	+
	+	===== Citizen-action checklist =====
	+
	+	- [ ] Reference Number / ARN saved from the Form 6 / 7 / 8 acknowledgement
	+	- [ ] Confirm AC code + state on the application
	+	- [ ] Status checked at voters.eci.gov.in → Track Application Status
	+	- [ ] Cross-check on electoralsearch.in (name + DOB)
	+	- [ ] Voter Helpline App installed (Android / iOS)
	+	- [ ] Address proof at hand (gas bill, registered rent, property tax — within 1 month)
	+	- [ ] RTI letter customised — sample above
	+	- [ ] Rs 10 IPO purchased OR BPL exemption documented
	+	- [ ] Speed Post (AD) tracking number saved
	+	- [ ] First Appeal letter pre-drafted as Day 31 fallback
	+	- [ ] e-EPIC downloaded once ERO approves (don't wait for the physical card)
	+	- [ ] Calendar marked for Special Summary Revision (Sept–Dec) annual roll check
	+
	+	===== Helpline + contact =====
	+
	+	* Voter Helpline (toll-free): 1950
	+	* National Voter Service Portal: [[https://voters.eci.gov.in\|voters.eci.gov.in]]
	+	* Electoral Roll Search: [[https://electoralsearch.in\|electoralsearch.in]]
	+	* Voter Helpline App: search "Voter Helpline" on Play Store / App Store
	+	* Email: complaints@eci.gov.in
	+	* Twitter / X: @ECISVEEP
	+
	+	===== Related on RTI Wiki =====
	+
	+	* [[:rti-for-voter-id-correction\|Full RTI guide for voter ID correction — sample + grounds]]
	+	* [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/guide/applicant/application/sample/start\|All sample RTI applications — 40+ subjects]]
	+	* [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/guide/applicant/first-appeal/faa\|First Appeal under Section 19(1) — full procedure]]
	+	* [[:explanations/grounds-for-rejection\|Grounds for rejection — 10 valid Section 8 grounds + counter-strategies]]
	+	* [[:rti-for-pmay-status\|RTI for PMAY status — Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana citizen guide]]
	+	* [[:rti-for-pmkisan-installment\|RTI for PM-KISAN instalment]]
	+	* [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/guide/applicant/application/sample/passport\|Passport RTI — full enriched guide]]
	+	* [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/guide/applicant/application/sample/scholarship\|Scholarship RTI — full enriched guide]]
	+	* [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/guide/applicant/application/sample/ration-card\|Ration card RTI — full enriched guide]]
	+	* [[:check-status:start\|All 25 status-check pages on RTI Wiki]]
	+
	+	===== All RTI Wiki tools (free, no login) =====
	+
	+	* 🪄 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|AI RTI Drafter]] — type problem, get §6 application
	+	* 🎤 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|AwaazRTI]] — voice-to-RTI in 11 Indian languages
	+	* 🔮 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-outcome-predictor.html\|Outcome Predictor]] — score your draft's win-likelihood
	+	* ⚖️ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/first-appeal-app.html\|First Appeal Generator]] — §19(1) draft on Day 31
	+	* 📬 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/pio-reply-checker-app.html\|PIO Reply Checker]] — analyse evasive replies
	+	* 📅 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/timeline-calculator-app.html\|Timeline Calculator]] — track 30-day window
	+	* 💰 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-fee-calculator-app.html\|Fee Calculator]] — state-wise fees
	+
	+	===== Sources =====
	+
	+	* Representation of the People Act, 1950 — §§17, 22, 23(5A) (Aadhaar–EPIC linkage)
	+	* Representation of the People Act, 1951
	+	* Registration of Electors Rules, 1960 — Rules 13, 18, 21A, 26
	+	* Conduct of Election Rules, 1961 — postal ballot procedures
	+	* Constitution of India — Article 324 (ECI's powers)
	+	* Election Commission of India — Notification dated 25 January 2021 on legal validity of e-EPIC
	+	* Election Commission of India — Notification on four cut-off dates (1 Jan / 1 Apr / 1 Jul / 1 Oct) — issued under the 2022 RP Act amendment
	+	* The Right to Information Act, 2005 — Sections 4(1)(d), 6(1), 6(3), 7(1), 7(2), 7(5), 7(6), 8(1), 10, 19(1), 19(3), 20
	+	* //Bhagat Singh v. Chief Information Commissioner//, Delhi HC W.P.(C) 3114/2007
	+	* //RBI v. Jayantilal N. Mistry//, (2016) 5 SCC 136
	+	* //CBSE v. Aditya Bandopadhyay//, (2011) 8 SCC 497
	+	* Voter Helpline App (Android / iOS) and [[https://voters.eci.gov.in\|voters.eci.gov.in]] — Election Commission of India
	+
	+	{REVIEWED}
	+
	+	//Last reviewed: 4 May 2026 — RTI Wiki editorial team. All citations verified against the RPA 1950, RER 1960, ECI portal + Voter Helpline App as on 4 May 2026.//
	+
	+	{{tag>check-status voter-id epic e-epic eci voters-eci-gov-in nvsp form-6 form-8 rti 2026 india}}

How to check police verification status

anonymous@undisclosed.example.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 03 May 2026 08:28:36 +0000

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	+	{{htmlmetatags>metatag-keywords=(police verification status, pcc status, character verification, police verification online, sp cid status)
	+	metatag-description=(Track police verification status for passport (via Passport Seva), employment (via state portal), or tenant verification (via state police portal).)}}
	+
	+	====== How to check police verification status ======
	+	{{page>snippets:dpdp-banner}}
	+
	+	<WRAP info>Direct answer. For passport PV: track via Passport Seva (passportindia.gov.in). For employment / tenant verification: most state police have online portals (e.g., Delhi: e-FRRO; UP: uppolice.gov.in; Maharashtra: mahapolice.gov.in). PV typically takes 15-30 days; RTI to SP-CID for delay.</WRAP>
	+
	+	===== Quick facts =====
	+	\| Passport PV \| [[https://passportindia.gov.in\|passportindia.gov.in]] (track with file number) \|
	+	\| Delhi police \| [[https://delhipolice.gov.in\|delhipolice.gov.in]] \|
	+	\| UP police \| [[https://uppolice.gov.in\|uppolice.gov.in]] \|
	+	\| Maharashtra police \| [[https://mahapolice.gov.in\|mahapolice.gov.in]] \|
	+	\| Karnataka \| [[https://police.karnataka.gov.in\|police.karnataka.gov.in]] \|
	+	\| Tamil Nadu \| [[https://eservices.tnpolice.gov.in\|eservices.tnpolice.gov.in]] \|
	+	\| SLA \| 15-30 days (state-specific; varies for passport vs employment) \|
	+	\| Helpline \| 112 (national police) · State police helplines vary \|
	+
	+	===== Step-by-step =====
	+	- For passport PV: check passport status; PV substage shown.
	+	- For employment PV: visit your state police portal → PCC (Police Clearance Certificate) status.
	+	- Enter reference number from PCC application receipt.
	+	- Status flow: Application → Field Verification → Report Generated → Issued / Adverse.
	+	- For adverse PV: separate RTI to SP-CID for adverse-remark text under §4(1)(d).
	+	- PCC for foreign immigration (Australia, Canada, etc.) — apply via Passport Seva's separate PCC route, not state police.
	+
	+	===== Real story from a citizen =====
	+	What we hear from RTI Wiki users: Vikram, a 34-year-old IT professional applying for Canada PR, applied for PCC via Passport Seva. Status said "Pending" for 38 days despite 15-day SLA. He filed an RTI to SP-CID under §6 asking PCC status + reason for delay + officer-in-charge. Reply in 19 days revealed his application was held up at the local police station for verification — officer hadn't visited his address. He physically visited the PS with the RTI reply; PCC issued in 11 days; submitted to Canadian visa.
	+
	+	===== 7 reasons your status may be stuck =====
	+	* Address proof inadequate — utility bill > 1 month old. Fix: gas bill / fresh rent agreement.
	+	* Police didn't visit address — most common cause. Fix: physical visit + RTI.
	+	* Past FIR (closed/acquitted) flagged — adverse remark. Fix: separate RTI for closure/acquittal proof submission.
	+	* Multiple addresses in past 5 years — verification at each. Adds time. Fix: provide proof of all.
	+	* Wrong PS jurisdiction — your address falls under different PS than applied. Fix: re-route application.
	+	* Online vs offline mismatch — applied online but offline file lost. Fix: physical PS visit.
	+
	+	===== Pro tips most don't know =====
	+	* PCC for foreign visa: apply via Passport Seva (separate from state police). Faster + standardised.
	+	* Tenant verification is NOW MANDATORY in many states (Maharashtra, Karnataka, Delhi). Landlords must file form within 3 days of new tenant occupancy.
	+	* e-FIR option for many crimes via state police app — saves PS visit. Then PCC verifies clean record.
	+	* Adverse PV doesn't auto-disqualify visa — explanatory letter + supporting docs (acquittal, closure) usually accepted.
	+	* Maharashtra MAHA-EYES app — police verification entirely on phone. Fastest in India.
	+
	+	===== Helpline + contact =====
	+	National police: 112 · State helplines vary · For PCC questions: Passport Seva 1800-258-1800
	+
	+	===== If status is delayed beyond SLA — file an RTI =====
	+
	+	The official SLA on this service is published. If your status is stuck beyond it, you have a statutory right under §6 RTI Act 2005 to demand information from the public authority. Reply mandatory in 30 days.
	+
	+	File an RTI to: //SP-CID / Special Branch (state police)//
	+
	+	Ask these 5 questions:
	+
	+	- application status by reference
	+	- field-verification date + officer
	+	- report status (issued/adverse)
	+	- adverse-remark text under §4(1)(d)
	+	- projected issuance
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|Use our free AI RTI Drafter]] to generate a complete §6(1) application in 60 seconds. The Drafter pre-fills your name, address, fee statement, and the 5 questions above.
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|Or speak it]] in हिन्दी / English / 9 other Indian languages via %%AwaazRTI%%.
	+
	+	→ For deeper case-law on this scenario: [[:rti-for-police-verification-passport\|Read the full RTI guide for police verification passport]].
	+
	+	===== Frequently asked questions =====
	+	* Q: How long does PCC take? — 15-30 days for employment/tenant. Passport PV similar (21-day SLA from MEA). Foreign visa PCC: 7-30 days.
	+	* Q: Cost? — Free (Maharashtra), Rs. 50-500 (most states). Foreign-visa PCC via Passport Seva: Rs. 500.
	+	* Q: What if my PV is adverse? — File RTI for adverse-remark text. If based on closed/acquitted case, submit closure documents. Represent to RPO/employer.
	+	* Q: Is PV needed for renting? — Increasingly yes — many states require landlord to file tenant verification within 3-7 days.
	+	* Q: Multiple addresses in last 5 years — verification at each? — Yes — police verifies each address. Provide proofs of all to speed up.
	+
	+	===== Summary + what to do next =====
	+
	+	To check status: use the official portal listed above with your reference number. SLA is published; if stuck beyond it, file a free RTI.
	+
	+	* If status is normal → wait the published SLA, then download/use your document
	+	* If status is delayed → click [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|🪄 AI RTI Drafter]] now; complete §6 application in 60 seconds
	+	* If status is rejected → demand reasons under §4(1)(d) RTI Act; appeal/represent
	+	* For state-specific guidance → see [[:scheme-state:police-verification:start\|state-by-state guide]]
	+
	+	===== All RTI Wiki tools (free, no login) =====
	+
	+	* 🪄 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|AI RTI Drafter]] — type problem, get §6 application
	+	* 🎤 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|AwaazRTI]] — voice-to-RTI in 11 Indian languages
	+	* 🔮 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-outcome-predictor.html\|Outcome Predictor]] — score your draft's win-likelihood
	+	* ⚖️ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/first-appeal-app.html\|First Appeal Generator]] — §19(1) draft on Day 31
	+	* 📬 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/pio-reply-checker-app.html\|PIO Reply Checker]] — analyse evasive replies
	+	* 📅 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/timeline-calculator-app.html\|Timeline Calculator]] — track 30-day window
	+	* 💰 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-fee-calculator-app.html\|Fee Calculator]] — state-wise fees
	+	* 🔍 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-research.html\|RTI Research]] — AI Q&A from this site
	+
	+	===== Related on RTI Wiki =====
	+
	+	* Master guide: [[:rti-for-police-verification-passport\|Full RTI for police verification passport]]
	+	* State-by-state: [[:scheme-state:police-verification:start\|Pick your state]]
	+	* Citizen RTI playbook: [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|All 100+ scenarios]]
	+	* The RTI Act 2005: [[:rti-act-2005-complete-guide\|Complete guide]]
	+	* All status-check guides: [[:check-status:start\|All 25 status-check pages]]
	+
	+	===== Sources =====
	+
	+	* RTI Act 2005 §§6, 7, 19
	+	* Official portal (linked in Quick Facts)
	+	* Statute referenced in Quick Facts
	+
	+	//Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.//
	+
	+	{{tag>check status police verification status status-check citizen-help free-tool}}

How to check birth certificate status — CRSORGI (2026)

anonymous@undisclosed.example.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:55:46 +0000

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	+	{{htmlmetatags>metatag-keywords=(birth certificate status, crs orgi, birth certificate online status, born in india registration)
	+	metatag-description=(Track birth certificate at crsorgi.gov.in by application ID. RBD Act 21-day rule. Plus what to do for late registration or correction.)}}
	+
	+	====== How to check birth certificate status — CRSORGI (2026) ======
	+
	+	{{page>snippets:dpdp-banner}}
	+
	+	<WRAP info>Direct answer. Visit crsorgi.gov.in (Civil Registration System ORGI) → Track Application → enter your Application ID + state. State-specific portals also work (e.g., crs.delhi.gov.in for Delhi). Birth must be registered within 21 days of birth (RBD Act 1969 §13(2)). Late registration up to 1 year via Form 1; beyond 1 year requires magistrate order.</WRAP>
	+
	+	===== Quick facts =====
	+	\| What you need \| Application ID OR Reference Number from registrar \|
	+	\| Central portal \| [[https://crsorgi.gov.in\|crsorgi.gov.in]] \|
	+	\| State examples \| Delhi: crs.delhi.gov.in · MH: aapleabhilekh.mahaonline.gov.in · TN: tnesevai.tn.gov.in \|
	+	\| SLA — first 21 days \| Registration FREE, immediate \|
	+	\| Late registration \| Form 1 (within 1 year) — Rs. 5-50 fee · Magistrate order (beyond 1 year) \|
	+	\| Helpline \| State-specific \|
	+	\| Statutory base \| Registration of Births and Deaths Act 1969 + 2023 amendment \|
	+
	+	===== Step-by-step =====
	+	- Visit crsorgi.gov.in → search by Application ID + state.
	+	- Status shows: Submitted → Verified → Approved → Certificate Issued.
	+	- For state-specific tracking, use state portal (table above).
	+	- Download certified PDF certificate (most states; some require physical pickup at municipal office).
	+	- For corrections (name spelling, parent name): Form 8 → registrar approval (typically 30 days).
	+	- For late registration: Form 1 (1-year) or affidavit + magistrate order (beyond 1 year).
	+
	+	===== Real story from a citizen =====
	+	What we hear from RTI Wiki users: Sumitra, a 33-year-old mother in rural Madhya Pradesh, gave birth at home in 2023. She tried to register the birth 8 months later. Initial application was lost. She filed an RTI to Municipal Registrar asking for application receipt + registration status + late-registration procedure. Reply in 18 days walked her through Form 1 + Rs. 25 late fee + sworn affidavit. Birth certificate issued in 21 days. Used the certificate for school admission.
	+
	+	===== 7 reasons your status may be stuck =====
	+	* Hospital didn't notify — most home/private hospital births. Fix: parent must apply within 21 days.
	+	* Beyond 21 days — Form 1 with late fee Rs. 5-50.
	+	* Beyond 1 year — magistrate order required (Form 4 + affidavit).
	+	* Wrong tehsil — birth must be registered where it occurred, not residence.
	+	* Father-name dispute — single mother, separated parents. Fix: affidavit + DNA option in some states.
	+	* Spelling errors — correction via Form 8 (typically 30 days).
	+	* Hospital report (Form 4) missing — discharge summary not submitted by hospital. Fix: get it from hospital + submit.
	+
	+	===== Pro tips most don't know =====
	+	* Universal birth registration is free within 21 days. Late registration has nominal fees.
	+	* RBD (Amendment) Act 2023 mandates digital register — death and birth records now centrally databased.
	+	* Aadhaar enrollment for newborn — possible from birth (with parents' Aadhaar). Helps for school admission, health insurance.
	+	* Insurance / inheritance / school admission / passport — all need birth certificate. Get it within 21 days.
	+	* Inter-state birth — register at place of birth. Address change happens later via Aadhaar.
	+
	+	===== Helpline + contact =====
	+	State Municipal Registrar offices · CRSORGI helpline state-wise · ORGI Delhi: 011-23383761
	+
	+	===== If status is delayed beyond SLA — file an RTI =====
	+
	+	The official SLA on this service is published. If your status is stuck beyond it, you have a statutory right under §6 RTI Act 2005 to demand information from the public authority. Reply mandatory in 30 days.
	+
	+	File an RTI to: //Municipal Registrar of Births & Deaths//
	+
	+	Ask these 5 questions:
	+
	+	- application status by reference
	+	- registration date
	+	- late-registration order status
	+	- projected issuance
	+	- documents requiring re-submission
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|Use our free AI RTI Drafter]] to generate a complete §6(1) application in 60 seconds. The Drafter pre-fills your name, address, fee statement, and the 5 questions above.
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|Or speak it]] in हिन्दी / English / 9 other Indian languages via %%AwaazRTI%%.
	+
	+	→ For deeper case-law on this scenario: [[:rti-for-birth-certificate-delay\|Read the full RTI guide for birth certificate delay]].
	+
	+	===== Frequently asked questions =====
	+	* Q: How long does birth certificate take? — Within 21 days of birth: immediate (when applied with hospital Form 4). Beyond 21 days: 7-30 days. Beyond 1 year: 30-90 days (magistrate order).
	+	* Q: Where to register? — Municipality where birth occurred (NOT residence). For home births: tehsildar/talati office.
	+	* Q: Late birth registration — what proof? — Form 1 (1-year) + affidavit by parents. Beyond 1 year: magistrate order under §13(3).
	+	* Q: Can I correct father's name later? — Yes — Form 8 with affidavit + new ID. Typically 30 days.
	+	* Q: Birth abroad of Indian citizen? — Register with Indian Embassy. Or in India under §10 of Citizenship Act 1955.
	+
	+	===== Summary + what to do next =====
	+
	+	To check status: use the official portal listed above with your reference number. SLA is published; if stuck beyond it, file a free RTI.
	+
	+	* If status is normal → wait the published SLA, then download/use your document
	+	* If status is delayed → click [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|🪄 AI RTI Drafter]] now; complete §6 application in 60 seconds
	+	* If status is rejected → demand reasons under §4(1)(d) RTI Act; appeal/represent
	+	* For state-specific guidance → see [[:scheme-state:birth-certificate:start\|state-by-state guide]]
	+
	+	===== All RTI Wiki tools (free, no login) =====
	+
	+	* 🪄 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|AI RTI Drafter]] — type problem, get §6 application
	+	* 🎤 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|AwaazRTI]] — voice-to-RTI in 11 Indian languages
	+	* 🔮 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-outcome-predictor.html\|Outcome Predictor]] — score your draft's win-likelihood
	+	* ⚖️ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/first-appeal-app.html\|First Appeal Generator]] — §19(1) draft on Day 31
	+	* 📬 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/pio-reply-checker-app.html\|PIO Reply Checker]] — analyse evasive replies
	+	* 📅 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/timeline-calculator-app.html\|Timeline Calculator]] — track 30-day window
	+	* 💰 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-fee-calculator-app.html\|Fee Calculator]] — state-wise fees
	+	* 🔍 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-research.html\|RTI Research]] — AI Q&A from this site
	+
	+	===== Related on RTI Wiki =====
	+
	+	* Master guide: [[:rti-for-birth-certificate-delay\|Full RTI for birth certificate delay]]
	+	* State-by-state: [[:scheme-state:birth-certificate:start\|Pick your state]]
	+	* Citizen RTI playbook: [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|All 100+ scenarios]]
	+	* The RTI Act 2005: [[:rti-act-2005-complete-guide\|Complete guide]]
	+	* All status-check guides: [[:check-status:start\|All 25 status-check pages]]
	+
	+	===== Sources =====
	+
	+	* RTI Act 2005 §§6, 7, 19
	+	* Official portal (linked in Quick Facts)
	+	* Statute referenced in Quick Facts
	+
	+	//Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.//
	+
	+	{{tag>check status birth certificate online status status-check citizen-help free-tool}}

How to check Aadhaar status by Enrolment ID (EID) or SRN

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	+	{{htmlmetatags>metatag-keywords=(aadhaar status check, eid status, aadhaar update status, srn check, aadhaar enrolment status, my aadhaar status)
	+	metatag-description=(Check Aadhaar status using your 14-digit EID or 14-digit SRN. Free, official UIDAI portal. Plus what to do if status is "rejected" or stuck >90 days.)}}
	+
	+	====== How to check Aadhaar status by Enrolment ID (EID) or SRN ======
	+	{{page>snippets:dpdp-banner}}
	+
	+	<WRAP info>Direct answer. Visit resident.uidai.gov.in/check-aadhaar-status → enter your 14-digit Enrolment ID (EID) + date and time + captcha → get current status (Generated / Pending / Rejected). For an update request, enter the 14-digit SRN at myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in. UIDAI's SLA is 90 days for new enrolment, 30 days for updates.</WRAP>
	+
	+	===== Quick facts =====
	+	\| What you need \| 14-digit EID (new enrolment) OR 14-digit SRN (update) \|
	+	\| Official portal — new \| [[https://resident.uidai.gov.in/check-aadhaar-status\|resident.uidai.gov.in/check-aadhaar-status]] \|
	+	\| Official portal — update \| [[https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in\|myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in]] \|
	+	\| Mobile app \| mAadhaar (Android/iOS) — show e-Aadhaar offline \|
	+	\| SLA — new enrolment \| 90 days (UIDAI Enrolment Regulations 2016) \|
	+	\| SLA — update \| 30 days for online updates \|
	+	\| Helpline \| 1947 (toll-free, 7 am – 11 pm, Hindi/English/regional) \|
	+	\| Statutory base \| Aadhaar Act 2016 + UIDAI Enrolment Regulations 2016 \|
	+
	+	===== Step-by-step =====
	+	- Find your EID/SRN: it's on the receipt slip you got at the enrolment centre. Format: 14-digit number / date / time (e.g., 1234/56789/01234 25/04/2026 14:30).
	+	- For new enrolment status: go to [[https://resident.uidai.gov.in/check-aadhaar-status\|the status portal]]. Enter EID + captcha.
	+	- For update SRN status: go to [[https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in\|myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in]] → Check Update Status → enter SRN.
	+	- If status is "Generated" — download e-Aadhaar from the same portal (free; needs OTP on registered mobile).
	+	- If status is "In Progress" — wait. UIDAI updates every few days.
	+	- If status is "Rejected" — note the rejection reason. Common: biometric mismatch, incorrect demographic data, document mismatch. Re-enrol at any UIDAI centre with corrected details.
	+
	+	===== Real story from a citizen =====
	+	What we hear from RTI Wiki users: Priya, a 24-year-old MBA student in Pune, applied for an Aadhaar update to change her surname after marriage. SRN status said "In Process" for 119 days. She filed an RTI to UIDAI Bengaluru Regional Office asking (a) SRN current stage, (b) reason for delay beyond 30-day SLA, (c) officer in charge, (d) document deficiency notices issued, (e) projected completion. Reply in 26 days flagged a marriage-certificate format issue she could fix online. Update completed in 9 days after re-upload.
	+
	+	===== Aadhaar download (e-Aadhaar) by Aadhaar Number =====
	+
	+	For people searching //aadhaar download//, //e-aadhaar download//, //aadhaar pdf download//:
	+
	+	- Open [[https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in\|myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in]].
	+	- Click Login → enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number + captcha → click //Send OTP//.
	+	- Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile.
	+	- Click Download Aadhaar in the dashboard.
	+	- Choose //Masked Aadhaar// (recommended for general use) or //Regular// (full number visible).
	+	- Download. The PDF is password-protected — first 4 letters of your name in CAPITAL + birth year (DDMM format).
	+
	+	If your mobile is not linked to Aadhaar, you can't download e-Aadhaar online — visit any Aadhaar Seva Kendra to update mobile, then retry.
	+
	+	===== Aadhaar PVC card order status =====
	+
	+	For people searching //aadhaar pvc card status//, //aadhaar plastic card//:
	+
	+	The PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) Aadhaar Card is a durable, ATM-card-sized printed Aadhaar with QR code, hologram, micro-text, and security mark. UIDAI charges Rs 50 including delivery via India Post.
	+
	+	To check PVC card status:
	+	- Open [[https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/CheckAadhaarStatus\|myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/CheckAadhaarStatus]].
	+	- Enter your SRN (Service Request Number — given when you ordered) + captcha.
	+	- Click //Check Status//.
	+	- Status shows: //Order Received// → //Card Generated// → //Dispatched// → //Delivered//. SLA: 7-15 working days from order to delivery.
	+
	+	If delivery is delayed beyond 15 working days, the India Post tracking number in the status shows current location of your package — call your local post office.
	+
	+	===== Aadhaar mobile linking status =====
	+
	+	For people searching //aadhaar mobile linking status//, //check mobile linked to aadhaar//:
	+
	+	- Open [[https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/CheckAadhaarValidity\|myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/CheckAadhaarValidity]] → //Verify Email/Mobile Number//.
	+	- Enter Aadhaar number + mobile/email + captcha.
	+	- The page tells you if that mobile/email is linked.
	+
	+	If you've lost the mobile linked to Aadhaar, visit any Aadhaar Seva Kendra with Aadhaar + alternate ID; biometric verification needed for mobile update.
	+
	+	===== Aadhaar address update status =====
	+
	+	For //aadhaar address update status//, //address change aadhaar//:
	+
	+	- Open [[https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in\|myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in]] → //Login// → //Update Address//.
	+	- Enter the new address + Aadhaar OTP.
	+	- Submit your proof of address (rent agreement, utility bill, bank statement, etc.).
	+	- You get a 14-digit URN (Update Request Number) — track at //Check Update Status//.
	+	- SLA: 30 days for online updates. Track via URN at the same portal.
	+
	+	If status shows //Awaiting Documents//, your proof was rejected — re-upload via the URN page.
	+
	+	===== PAN-Aadhaar linking status =====
	+
	+	For //pan aadhaar link status//, //pan aadhaar status check//:
	+
	+	- Open [[https://www.incometax.gov.in/iec/foportal/help/all-topics/link-aadhaar/check-status\|incometax.gov.in → Link Aadhaar Status]].
	+	- Enter PAN + Aadhaar.
	+	- Click //View Link Status//.
	+	- Status shows: //Linked//, //Not Linked//, //Pending//, //Failed//.
	+
	+	Mandatory deadline: 31 March 2026. Penalty for late linking: Rs 1,000 (CBDT Notification 17/2022). If not linked, PAN goes //Inoperative// — refunds blocked, mutual fund / equity / ITR all stop.
	+
	+	===== Common Aadhaar search terms (and what they mean) =====
	+
	+	* EID / Enrolment ID — 14-digit + date/time, given at first enrolment.
	+	* SRN / URN — 14-digit, given when you submit an UPDATE request.
	+	* VID / Virtual ID — 16-digit, generated for privacy-preserving Aadhaar disclosure (alternative to sharing your actual Aadhaar).
	+	* e-Aadhaar — the digital downloadable Aadhaar PDF; legally equivalent to physical card.
	+	* m-Aadhaar — official mobile app for offline Aadhaar verification.
	+	* PVC Aadhaar — durable printed card, Rs 50 + delivery.
	+	* Masked Aadhaar — version where first 8 digits are masked (only last 4 visible).
	+
	+	<WRAP center round tip 95%>
	+	🔔 Track Aadhaar update deadlines + UIDAI policy changes by email. Free monthly digest: enrolment regulations, SLA breach data, latest UIDAI circulars. [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/contact\|Subscribe →]]
	+	</WRAP>
	+
	+	===== 7 reasons your status may be stuck =====
	+	* Biometric quality flag — finger/iris capture marked "low quality" by UIDAI back-end. Fix: re-enrol at any UIDAI centre with fresh biometrics.
	+	* Document mismatch — your name on PAN/passport doesn't exactly match the form. UIDAI is strict about full vs initials.
	+	* Quality control hold — 1-2% of enrolments are randomly QC-held. Fix: file an RTI with SRN; usually clears.
	+	* Demographic mismatch with existing Aadhaar — you may already have an Aadhaar under a different EID and didn't know. Fix: 1947 helpline can search by demographic.
	+	* Linked-mobile issue — OTP fails so e-Aadhaar download fails. Fix: visit a centre to update mobile.
	+	* Incomplete update package — you submitted address change but proof of address was rejected. Fix: re-submit with valid %%PoA%%.
	+	* Operator error at enrolment centre — captured wrong data. Common in busy enrolment hours. Fix: re-enrolment + RTI to the centre operator.
	+
	+	===== Pro tips most don't know =====
	+	* Use Order Aadhaar Reprint (Rs. 50) instead of waiting for status — gets a physical card delivered in 5-7 days.
	+	* The mAadhaar app stores up to 5 family Aadhaars and works offline once downloaded — no need to wait for "physical card".
	+	* To verify your Aadhaar is active and unmasked, use the %%eKYC%% verification at any bank/post office — instant.
	+	* Lost your EID receipt? Visit a UIDAI centre with mobile + ID — they can retrieve via demographic search; saves the re-enrol fee.
	+	* If 1947 helpline is busy, %%WhatsApp%% UIDAI on 9311471234 — official channel, often faster reply.
	+
	+	===== Helpline + contact =====
	+	UIDAI helpline: 1947 (7 am – 11 pm, Hindi/English/regional) · %%WhatsApp%%: 9311471234 · Email: help@uidai.gov.in · Twitter: @UIDAI
	+
	+	===== If status is delayed beyond SLA — file an RTI =====
	+
	+	The official SLA on this service is published. If your status is stuck beyond it, you have a statutory right under §6 RTI Act 2005 to demand information from the public authority. Reply mandatory in 30 days.
	+
	+	File an RTI to: //UIDAI Regional Office (Bengaluru / Chandigarh / Delhi / Guwahati / Hyderabad / Lucknow / Mumbai / Ranchi)//
	+
	+	Ask these 5 questions:
	+
	+	- SRN/EID current status
	+	- reason for hold
	+	- officer in charge
	+	- biometric exception flag
	+	- projected completion date
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|Use our free AI RTI Drafter]] to generate a complete §6(1) application in 60 seconds. The Drafter pre-fills your name, address, fee statement, and the 5 questions above.
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|Or speak it]] in हिन्दी / English / 9 other Indian languages via %%AwaazRTI%%.
	+
	+	→ For deeper case-law on this scenario: [[:rti-for-aadhaar-update\|Read the full RTI guide for aadhaar update]].
	+
	+	===== Frequently asked questions =====
	+	* Q: How long does Aadhaar enrolment take? — 90 days max per UIDAI regulations. Most generate in 2-4 weeks.
	+	* Q: Can I get my Aadhaar number via SMS? — Yes — SMS "GETAADHAARNO" + your EID number to 1947 from your registered mobile.
	+	* Q: Is there a fee to check status? — No, all status checks are free. Only Order Aadhaar Reprint (Rs. 50) and biometric updates (Rs. 100) cost.
	+	* Q: What if my mobile is no longer accessible? — Visit the nearest UIDAI Aadhaar Seva Kendra with original ID — they can update mobile after biometric verification (Rs. 50).
	+	* Q: Is Aadhaar mandatory for everything? — No — Supreme Court (Puttaswamy 2018) limited mandatory Aadhaar to PAN linkage, IT Act notified services, and welfare scheme delivery. For most private services, Aadhaar is optional.
	+
	+	===== Summary + what to do next =====
	+
	+	To check status: use the official portal listed above with your reference number. SLA is published; if stuck beyond it, file a free RTI.
	+
	+	* If status is normal → wait the published SLA, then download/use your document
	+	* If status is delayed → click [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|🪄 AI RTI Drafter]] now; complete §6 application in 60 seconds
	+	* If status is rejected → demand reasons under §4(1)(d) RTI Act; appeal/represent
	+	* For state-specific guidance → see [[:scheme-state:aadhaar-update:start\|state-by-state guide]]
	+
	+	===== All RTI Wiki tools (free, no login) =====
	+
	+	* 🪄 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|AI RTI Drafter]] — type problem, get §6 application
	+	* 🎤 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|AwaazRTI]] — voice-to-RTI in 11 Indian languages
	+	* 🔮 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-outcome-predictor.html\|Outcome Predictor]] — score your draft's win-likelihood
	+	* ⚖️ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/first-appeal-app.html\|First Appeal Generator]] — §19(1) draft on Day 31
	+	* 📬 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/pio-reply-checker-app.html\|PIO Reply Checker]] — analyse evasive replies
	+	* 📅 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/timeline-calculator-app.html\|Timeline Calculator]] — track 30-day window
	+	* 💰 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-fee-calculator-app.html\|Fee Calculator]] — state-wise fees
	+	* 🔍 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-research.html\|RTI Research]] — AI Q&A from this site
	+
	+	===== Related on RTI Wiki =====
	+
	+	* Master guide: [[:rti-for-aadhaar-update\|Full RTI for aadhaar update]]
	+	* State-by-state: [[:scheme-state:aadhaar-update:start\|Pick your state]]
	+	* Citizen RTI playbook: [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|All 100+ scenarios]]
	+	* The RTI Act 2005: [[:rti-act-2005-complete-guide\|Complete guide]]
	+	* All status-check guides: [[:check-status:start\|All 25 status-check pages]]
	+
	+	===== Sources =====
	+
	+	* RTI Act 2005 §§6, 7, 19
	+	* Official portal (linked in Quick Facts)
	+	* Statute referenced in Quick Facts
	+
	+	//Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.//
	+
	+	{{tag>check status aadhaar status status-check citizen-help free-tool}}

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	+	metatag-description=(Track passport with your File Number on passportindia.gov.in. Normal SLA 21 days post-PV; Tatkal 1-3 days. Plus what to do if PV is adverse or printing is stuck.)}}
	+
	+	====== How to check passport status — Passport Seva Kendra tracker + Tatkal ======
	+	{{page>snippets:dpdp-banner}}
	+
	+	<WRAP info>Direct answer. Open passportindia.gov.in → Track Application Status → enter your File Number + Date of Birth. Status updates color-coded: Green (next stage), Amber (waiting), Red (action required). Normal passport SLA: 21 days post police verification. Tatkal: 1-3 days post-PV.</WRAP>
	+
	+	===== Quick facts =====
	+	\| What you need \| File Number from PSK appointment receipt + Date of Birth \|
	+	\| Official portal \| [[https://passportindia.gov.in\|passportindia.gov.in]] \|
	+	\| Mobile app \| mPassport Seva (Android/iOS) \|
	+	\| SLA — Normal \| 21 working days post Police Verification \|
	+	\| SLA — Tatkal \| 1-3 working days post-PV (no PV in some cases) \|
	+	\| SLA — Re-issue \| 15 days normal, 7 days Tatkal \|
	+	\| Helpline \| 1800-258-1800 (toll-free, 24/7) · MADAD: madad.gov.in \|
	+	\| Statutory base \| Passports Act 1967 + Passport Rules 1980 \|
	+
	+	===== Step-by-step =====
	+	- Find your File Number on the receipt from PSK or Post Office PSK (POPSK).
	+	- Visit [[https://passportindia.gov.in\|passportindia.gov.in]] → top right "Track Application Status".
	+	- Enter File Number (15 digits) + Date of Birth + captcha.
	+	- Status timeline shows: Application Submitted → Police Verification → Granted → Printing → Despatched. Each stage colour-coded.
	+	- For Tatkal, PV may be deferred until after issuance ("Post-Police Verification"). Check delivery via India Post tracking number on the same portal.
	+	- If status shows "Adverse Police Report" — see our [[:rti-for-police-verification-passport\|RTI for Police Verification adverse remarks]] guide.
	+
	+	===== Real story from a citizen =====
	+	What we hear from RTI Wiki users: Meera, a 31-year-old IT consultant in Pune, applied for Tatkal passport for an urgent UK conference. Status sat at "Police Verification Pending" for 14 days despite Tatkal's 1-3 day SLA. She filed an RTI under §6 (citing §7(1) life-and-liberty 48-hour proviso for urgent travel) to SP-CID Pune asking (a) PV file location, (b) reason for delay beyond 3-day Tatkal SLA, (c) officer-in-charge contact. Reply in 36 hours showed the file was wrongly routed to a different police station. Re-routed; PV done in 24 hours; passport delivered in time.
	+
	+	===== 7 reasons your status may be stuck =====
	+	* Police Verification adverse remarks — most common stuck reason. Police flagged criminal record, address mismatch, or unverified identity. Fix: separate RTI to SP-CID for adverse-remark reasons.
	+	* Address proof rejected — utility bill > 1 month old or rent agreement not registered. Fix: submit fresh proof.
	+	* Document mismatch — name/DOB on PAN/Aadhaar doesn't match application. Fix: gazette notification or affidavit.
	+	* Marriage certificate or divorce decree missing for surname change. Fix: upload via portal.
	+	* Tatkal eligibility unclear — applied without strong urgency proof. Fix: re-submit with confirmed visa, ticket, medical letter.
	+	* Stuck at "Printing" for >7 days — printing centre delay (Bengaluru/Hyderabad). File RTI to RPO for printing-queue status.
	+	* Returned undelivered — addressee unavailable. India Post returned to RPO. Fix: re-arrange delivery.
	+
	+	===== Pro tips most don't know =====
	+	* Tatkal route is faster (1-3 days post-PV) but costs Rs. 3,500 (Rs. 1,500 normal + Rs. 2,000 Tatkal premium). Worth it for genuine urgency.
	+	* Aadhaar-based ECNR (Emigration Check Not Required) is automatic for senior citizens, ITR-filers, and graduates — no separate ECR endorsement needed.
	+	* Post Office PSKs (POPSKs) are often less crowded than full PSKs — check [[https://www.passportindia.gov.in\|passportindia.gov.in]] for your nearest. Same fees, same processing.
	+	* Children's passports valid only 5 years (under 18). Re-issue at 18 without delay; expired children's passports often stuck due to mistaken assumption of standard 10-year validity.
	+	* MADAD grievance portal ([[https://madad.gov.in\|madad.gov.in]]) is faster than RTI for non-PV-related delays — typically 7-14 day disposal.
	+
	+	===== Helpline + contact =====
	+	Passport Seva: 1800-258-1800 (24/7) · MEA MADAD: madad.gov.in · Email: helpdesk@passportindia.gov.in · Twitter: @%%PassportSevaMEA%%
	+
	+	===== If status is delayed beyond SLA — file an RTI =====
	+
	+	The official SLA on this service is published. If your status is stuck beyond it, you have a statutory right under §6 RTI Act 2005 to demand information from the public authority. Reply mandatory in 30 days.
	+
	+	File an RTI to: //Regional Passport Office (RPO) + SP-CID/Special Branch (for PV)//
	+
	+	Ask these 5 questions:
	+
	+	- date file reached PV stage
	+	- officer-in-charge of PV
	+	- status of PV report
	+	- reason for delay beyond 21-day SLA
	+	- projected printing/dispatch
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|Use our free AI RTI Drafter]] to generate a complete §6(1) application in 60 seconds. The Drafter pre-fills your name, address, fee statement, and the 5 questions above.
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|Or speak it]] in हिन्दी / English / 9 other Indian languages via %%AwaazRTI%%.
	+
	+	→ For deeper case-law on this scenario: [[:rti-for-passport-status\|Read the full RTI guide for passport status]].
	+
	+	===== Passport renewal status =====
	+
	+	For //passport renewal status//, //passport reissue status//:
	+
	+	- Open [[https://passportindia.gov.in\|passportindia.gov.in]] → //Track Application Status//.
	+	- Enter your 15-digit File Number + DOB.
	+	- Status shows current stage in the renewal pipeline.
	+
	+	Reissue applications go through the same Police Verification (PV) route as fresh applications unless you've held the previous passport for less than 1 year — then PV is waived.
	+
	+	===== Tatkaal passport status =====
	+
	+	For //tatkaal passport status//, //tatkaal passport days//:
	+
	+	Tatkaal applications skip the regular queue: 3 working days for fresh, 1-3 days for reissue, BUT police verification still happens (after delivery, post-issuance).
	+
	+	- Track at [[https://passportindia.gov.in\|passportindia.gov.in]] using your File Number.
	+	- Granted in 3 working days assuming all documents are in order.
	+	- Tatkaal fee: Rs 2,000 over and above regular fees.
	+	- Eligibility: anyone aged 18+ with adequate documentation. Government employees and NRIs get priority.
	+
	+	===== Passport status by SMS =====
	+
	+	- SMS STATUS [File Number] to 9704100100.
	+	- You get current stage as a reply.
	+	- Charge: standard SMS rates.
	+
	+	===== Police Verification (PV) status =====
	+
	+	For //passport pv status//, //police verification passport status//:
	+
	+	After application + appointment, your file goes to the Local Intelligence Unit (LIU) of the police district where you reside. The LIU sends a constable to your home for verification.
	+
	+	Track PV separately at [[https://passportindia.gov.in/AppOnlineProject/police/policeStatus\|passportindia.gov.in → Police Verification Status]] using your File Number.
	+
	+	PV outcomes:
	+	* Clear — no adverse report; passport approved.
	+	* Adverse — police flagged something; you'll be called for explanation.
	+	* Incomplete — police couldn't visit; reschedule via the same portal.
	+
	+	===== Common passport search variants =====
	+
	+	* passport status — generic; covers all application types.
	+	* passport file number — 15-digit number from acknowledgement.
	+	* passport seva — alternate name for passportindia.gov.in.
	+	* passport reissue — same as renewal.
	+	* passport tatkaal — fast-track 3-day service.
	+	* passport pcc — Police Clearance Certificate (separate service).
	+
	+	<WRAP center round tip 95%>
	+	🔔 Track passport SLA + Tatkaal slot opening notifications by email. [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/contact\|Subscribe →]]
	+	</WRAP>
	+
	+	===== Frequently asked questions =====
	+	* Q: How to check passport status without file number? — Use Aadhaar number at the same portal — works if Aadhaar was linked at application.
	+	* Q: What to do if police verification is adverse? — File RTI to SP-CID for adverse-remark text under §4(1)(d). Then represent to RPO with rebuttal documents.
	+	* Q: Tatkal vs Normal — when worth it? — Tatkal if travel is < 1 month away. Normal otherwise — saves Rs. 2,000.
	+	* Q: Can I track via SMS? — Yes — SMS "STATUS <File Number>" to 9704100100.
	+	* Q: What if passport is lost? — Re-issue (not duplicate) — file FIR + apply for re-issue at PSK. Tatkal route available. RTI for adverse PV if your previous passport was cancelled.
	+
	+	===== Summary + what to do next =====
	+
	+	To check status: use the official portal listed above with your reference number. SLA is published; if stuck beyond it, file a free RTI.
	+
	+	* If status is normal → wait the published SLA, then download/use your document
	+	* If status is delayed → click [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|🪄 AI RTI Drafter]] now; complete §6 application in 60 seconds
	+	* If status is rejected → demand reasons under §4(1)(d) RTI Act; appeal/represent
	+	* For state-specific guidance → see [[:state-rti-portals-directory\|state-by-state guide]]
	+
	+	===== All RTI Wiki tools (free, no login) =====
	+
	+	* 🪄 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|AI RTI Drafter]] — type problem, get §6 application
	+	* 🎤 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|AwaazRTI]] — voice-to-RTI in 11 Indian languages
	+	* 🔮 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-outcome-predictor.html\|Outcome Predictor]] — score your draft's win-likelihood
	+	* ⚖️ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/first-appeal-app.html\|First Appeal Generator]] — §19(1) draft on Day 31
	+	* 📬 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/pio-reply-checker-app.html\|PIO Reply Checker]] — analyse evasive replies
	+	* 📅 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/timeline-calculator-app.html\|Timeline Calculator]] — track 30-day window
	+	* 💰 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-fee-calculator-app.html\|Fee Calculator]] — state-wise fees
	+	* 🔍 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-research.html\|RTI Research]] — AI Q&A from this site
	+
	+	===== Related on RTI Wiki =====
	+
	+	* Master guide: [[:rti-for-passport-status\|Full RTI for passport status]]
	+	* State-by-state: [[:state-rti-portals-directory\|Pick your state]]
	+	* Citizen RTI playbook: [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|All 100+ scenarios]]
	+	* The RTI Act 2005: [[:rti-act-2005-complete-guide\|Complete guide]]
	+	* All status-check guides: [[:check-status:start\|All 25 status-check pages]]
	+
	+	===== Sources =====
	+
	+	* RTI Act 2005 §§6, 7, 19
	+	* Official portal (linked in Quick Facts)
	+	* Statute referenced in Quick Facts
	+
	+	//Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.//
	+
	+	{{tag>check status passport status status-check citizen-help free-tool}}

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	+	{{htmlmetatags>metatag-keywords=(police verification status, pcc status, character verification, police verification online, sp cid status)
	+	metatag-description=(Track police verification status for passport (via Passport Seva), employment (via state portal), or tenant verification (via state police portal).)}}
	+
	+	====== How to check police verification status ======
	+	{{page>snippets:dpdp-banner}}
	+
	+	<WRAP info>Direct answer. For passport PV: track via Passport Seva (passportindia.gov.in). For employment / tenant verification: most state police have online portals (e.g., Delhi: e-FRRO; UP: uppolice.gov.in; Maharashtra: mahapolice.gov.in). PV typically takes 15-30 days; RTI to SP-CID for delay.</WRAP>
	+
	+	===== Quick facts =====
	+	\| Passport PV \| [[https://passportindia.gov.in\|passportindia.gov.in]] (track with file number) \|
	+	\| Delhi police \| [[https://delhipolice.gov.in\|delhipolice.gov.in]] \|
	+	\| UP police \| [[https://uppolice.gov.in\|uppolice.gov.in]] \|
	+	\| Maharashtra police \| [[https://mahapolice.gov.in\|mahapolice.gov.in]] \|
	+	\| Karnataka \| [[https://police.karnataka.gov.in\|police.karnataka.gov.in]] \|
	+	\| Tamil Nadu \| [[https://eservices.tnpolice.gov.in\|eservices.tnpolice.gov.in]] \|
	+	\| SLA \| 15-30 days (state-specific; varies for passport vs employment) \|
	+	\| Helpline \| 112 (national police) · State police helplines vary \|
	+
	+	===== Step-by-step =====
	+	- For passport PV: check passport status; PV substage shown.
	+	- For employment PV: visit your state police portal → PCC (Police Clearance Certificate) status.
	+	- Enter reference number from PCC application receipt.
	+	- Status flow: Application → Field Verification → Report Generated → Issued / Adverse.
	+	- For adverse PV: separate RTI to SP-CID for adverse-remark text under §4(1)(d).
	+	- PCC for foreign immigration (Australia, Canada, etc.) — apply via Passport Seva's separate PCC route, not state police.
	+
	+	===== Real story from a citizen =====
	+	What we hear from RTI Wiki users: Vikram, a 34-year-old IT professional applying for Canada PR, applied for PCC via Passport Seva. Status said "Pending" for 38 days despite 15-day SLA. He filed an RTI to SP-CID under §6 asking PCC status + reason for delay + officer-in-charge. Reply in 19 days revealed his application was held up at the local police station for verification — officer hadn't visited his address. He physically visited the PS with the RTI reply; PCC issued in 11 days; submitted to Canadian visa.
	+
	+	===== 7 reasons your status may be stuck =====
	+	* Address proof inadequate — utility bill > 1 month old. Fix: gas bill / fresh rent agreement.
	+	* Police didn't visit address — most common cause. Fix: physical visit + RTI.
	+	* Past FIR (closed/acquitted) flagged — adverse remark. Fix: separate RTI for closure/acquittal proof submission.
	+	* Multiple addresses in past 5 years — verification at each. Adds time. Fix: provide proof of all.
	+	* Wrong PS jurisdiction — your address falls under different PS than applied. Fix: re-route application.
	+	* Online vs offline mismatch — applied online but offline file lost. Fix: physical PS visit.
	+
	+	===== Pro tips most don't know =====
	+	* PCC for foreign visa: apply via Passport Seva (separate from state police). Faster + standardised.
	+	* Tenant verification is NOW MANDATORY in many states (Maharashtra, Karnataka, Delhi). Landlords must file form within 3 days of new tenant occupancy.
	+	* e-FIR option for many crimes via state police app — saves PS visit. Then PCC verifies clean record.
	+	* Adverse PV doesn't auto-disqualify visa — explanatory letter + supporting docs (acquittal, closure) usually accepted.
	+	* Maharashtra MAHA-EYES app — police verification entirely on phone. Fastest in India.
	+
	+	===== Helpline + contact =====
	+	National police: 112 · State helplines vary · For PCC questions: Passport Seva 1800-258-1800
	+
	+	===== If status is delayed beyond SLA — file an RTI =====
	+
	+	The official SLA on this service is published. If your status is stuck beyond it, you have a statutory right under §6 RTI Act 2005 to demand information from the public authority. Reply mandatory in 30 days.
	+
	+	File an RTI to: //SP-CID / Special Branch (state police)//
	+
	+	Ask these 5 questions:
	+
	+	- application status by reference
	+	- field-verification date + officer
	+	- report status (issued/adverse)
	+	- adverse-remark text under §4(1)(d)
	+	- projected issuance
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|Use our free AI RTI Drafter]] to generate a complete §6(1) application in 60 seconds. The Drafter pre-fills your name, address, fee statement, and the 5 questions above.
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|Or speak it]] in हिन्दी / English / 9 other Indian languages via %%AwaazRTI%%.
	+
	+	→ For deeper case-law on this scenario: [[:rti-for-police-verification-passport\|Read the full RTI guide for police verification passport]].
	+
	+	===== Frequently asked questions =====
	+	* Q: How long does PCC take? — 15-30 days for employment/tenant. Passport PV similar (21-day SLA from MEA). Foreign visa PCC: 7-30 days.
	+	* Q: Cost? — Free (Maharashtra), Rs. 50-500 (most states). Foreign-visa PCC via Passport Seva: Rs. 500.
	+	* Q: What if my PV is adverse? — File RTI for adverse-remark text. If based on closed/acquitted case, submit closure documents. Represent to RPO/employer.
	+	* Q: Is PV needed for renting? — Increasingly yes — many states require landlord to file tenant verification within 3-7 days.
	+	* Q: Multiple addresses in last 5 years — verification at each? — Yes — police verifies each address. Provide proofs of all to speed up.
	+
	+	===== Summary + what to do next =====
	+
	+	To check status: use the official portal listed above with your reference number. SLA is published; if stuck beyond it, file a free RTI.
	+
	+	* If status is normal → wait the published SLA, then download/use your document
	+	* If status is delayed → click [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|🪄 AI RTI Drafter]] now; complete §6 application in 60 seconds
	+	* If status is rejected → demand reasons under §4(1)(d) RTI Act; appeal/represent
	+	* For state-specific guidance → see [[:scheme-state:police-verification:start\|state-by-state guide]]
	+
	+	===== All RTI Wiki tools (free, no login) =====
	+
	+	* 🪄 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|AI RTI Drafter]] — type problem, get §6 application
	+	* 🎤 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|AwaazRTI]] — voice-to-RTI in 11 Indian languages
	+	* 🔮 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-outcome-predictor.html\|Outcome Predictor]] — score your draft's win-likelihood
	+	* ⚖️ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/first-appeal-app.html\|First Appeal Generator]] — §19(1) draft on Day 31
	+	* 📬 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/pio-reply-checker-app.html\|PIO Reply Checker]] — analyse evasive replies
	+	* 📅 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/timeline-calculator-app.html\|Timeline Calculator]] — track 30-day window
	+	* 💰 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-fee-calculator-app.html\|Fee Calculator]] — state-wise fees
	+	* 🔍 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-research.html\|RTI Research]] — AI Q&A from this site
	+
	+	===== Related on RTI Wiki =====
	+
	+	* Master guide: [[:rti-for-police-verification-passport\|Full RTI for police verification passport]]
	+	* State-by-state: [[:scheme-state:police-verification:start\|Pick your state]]
	+	* Citizen RTI playbook: [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|All 100+ scenarios]]
	+	* The RTI Act 2005: [[:rti-act-2005-complete-guide\|Complete guide]]
	+	* All status-check guides: [[:check-status:start\|All 25 status-check pages]]
	+
	+	===== Sources =====
	+
	+	* RTI Act 2005 §§6, 7, 19
	+	* Official portal (linked in Quick Facts)
	+	* Statute referenced in Quick Facts
	+
	+	//Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.//
	+
	+	{{tag>check status police verification status status-check citizen-help free-tool}}

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	+	{{htmlmetatags>metatag-keywords=(birth certificate status, crs orgi, birth certificate online status, born in india registration)
	+	metatag-description=(Track birth certificate at crsorgi.gov.in by application ID. RBD Act 21-day rule. Plus what to do for late registration or correction.)}}
	+
	+	====== How to check birth certificate status — CRSORGI (2026) ======
	+
	+	{{page>snippets:dpdp-banner}}
	+
	+	<WRAP info>Direct answer. Visit crsorgi.gov.in (Civil Registration System ORGI) → Track Application → enter your Application ID + state. State-specific portals also work (e.g., crs.delhi.gov.in for Delhi). Birth must be registered within 21 days of birth (RBD Act 1969 §13(2)). Late registration up to 1 year via Form 1; beyond 1 year requires magistrate order.</WRAP>
	+
	+	===== Quick facts =====
	+	\| What you need \| Application ID OR Reference Number from registrar \|
	+	\| Central portal \| [[https://crsorgi.gov.in\|crsorgi.gov.in]] \|
	+	\| State examples \| Delhi: crs.delhi.gov.in · MH: aapleabhilekh.mahaonline.gov.in · TN: tnesevai.tn.gov.in \|
	+	\| SLA — first 21 days \| Registration FREE, immediate \|
	+	\| Late registration \| Form 1 (within 1 year) — Rs. 5-50 fee · Magistrate order (beyond 1 year) \|
	+	\| Helpline \| State-specific \|
	+	\| Statutory base \| Registration of Births and Deaths Act 1969 + 2023 amendment \|
	+
	+	===== Step-by-step =====
	+	- Visit crsorgi.gov.in → search by Application ID + state.
	+	- Status shows: Submitted → Verified → Approved → Certificate Issued.
	+	- For state-specific tracking, use state portal (table above).
	+	- Download certified PDF certificate (most states; some require physical pickup at municipal office).
	+	- For corrections (name spelling, parent name): Form 8 → registrar approval (typically 30 days).
	+	- For late registration: Form 1 (1-year) or affidavit + magistrate order (beyond 1 year).
	+
	+	===== Real story from a citizen =====
	+	What we hear from RTI Wiki users: Sumitra, a 33-year-old mother in rural Madhya Pradesh, gave birth at home in 2023. She tried to register the birth 8 months later. Initial application was lost. She filed an RTI to Municipal Registrar asking for application receipt + registration status + late-registration procedure. Reply in 18 days walked her through Form 1 + Rs. 25 late fee + sworn affidavit. Birth certificate issued in 21 days. Used the certificate for school admission.
	+
	+	===== 7 reasons your status may be stuck =====
	+	* Hospital didn't notify — most home/private hospital births. Fix: parent must apply within 21 days.
	+	* Beyond 21 days — Form 1 with late fee Rs. 5-50.
	+	* Beyond 1 year — magistrate order required (Form 4 + affidavit).
	+	* Wrong tehsil — birth must be registered where it occurred, not residence.
	+	* Father-name dispute — single mother, separated parents. Fix: affidavit + DNA option in some states.
	+	* Spelling errors — correction via Form 8 (typically 30 days).
	+	* Hospital report (Form 4) missing — discharge summary not submitted by hospital. Fix: get it from hospital + submit.
	+
	+	===== Pro tips most don't know =====
	+	* Universal birth registration is free within 21 days. Late registration has nominal fees.
	+	* RBD (Amendment) Act 2023 mandates digital register — death and birth records now centrally databased.
	+	* Aadhaar enrollment for newborn — possible from birth (with parents' Aadhaar). Helps for school admission, health insurance.
	+	* Insurance / inheritance / school admission / passport — all need birth certificate. Get it within 21 days.
	+	* Inter-state birth — register at place of birth. Address change happens later via Aadhaar.
	+
	+	===== Helpline + contact =====
	+	State Municipal Registrar offices · CRSORGI helpline state-wise · ORGI Delhi: 011-23383761
	+
	+	===== If status is delayed beyond SLA — file an RTI =====
	+
	+	The official SLA on this service is published. If your status is stuck beyond it, you have a statutory right under §6 RTI Act 2005 to demand information from the public authority. Reply mandatory in 30 days.
	+
	+	File an RTI to: //Municipal Registrar of Births & Deaths//
	+
	+	Ask these 5 questions:
	+
	+	- application status by reference
	+	- registration date
	+	- late-registration order status
	+	- projected issuance
	+	- documents requiring re-submission
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|Use our free AI RTI Drafter]] to generate a complete §6(1) application in 60 seconds. The Drafter pre-fills your name, address, fee statement, and the 5 questions above.
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|Or speak it]] in हिन्दी / English / 9 other Indian languages via %%AwaazRTI%%.
	+
	+	→ For deeper case-law on this scenario: [[:rti-for-birth-certificate-delay\|Read the full RTI guide for birth certificate delay]].
	+
	+	===== Frequently asked questions =====
	+	* Q: How long does birth certificate take? — Within 21 days of birth: immediate (when applied with hospital Form 4). Beyond 21 days: 7-30 days. Beyond 1 year: 30-90 days (magistrate order).
	+	* Q: Where to register? — Municipality where birth occurred (NOT residence). For home births: tehsildar/talati office.
	+	* Q: Late birth registration — what proof? — Form 1 (1-year) + affidavit by parents. Beyond 1 year: magistrate order under §13(3).
	+	* Q: Can I correct father's name later? — Yes — Form 8 with affidavit + new ID. Typically 30 days.
	+	* Q: Birth abroad of Indian citizen? — Register with Indian Embassy. Or in India under §10 of Citizenship Act 1955.
	+
	+	===== Summary + what to do next =====
	+
	+	To check status: use the official portal listed above with your reference number. SLA is published; if stuck beyond it, file a free RTI.
	+
	+	* If status is normal → wait the published SLA, then download/use your document
	+	* If status is delayed → click [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|🪄 AI RTI Drafter]] now; complete §6 application in 60 seconds
	+	* If status is rejected → demand reasons under §4(1)(d) RTI Act; appeal/represent
	+	* For state-specific guidance → see [[:scheme-state:birth-certificate:start\|state-by-state guide]]
	+
	+	===== All RTI Wiki tools (free, no login) =====
	+
	+	* 🪄 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|AI RTI Drafter]] — type problem, get §6 application
	+	* 🎤 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|AwaazRTI]] — voice-to-RTI in 11 Indian languages
	+	* 🔮 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-outcome-predictor.html\|Outcome Predictor]] — score your draft's win-likelihood
	+	* ⚖️ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/first-appeal-app.html\|First Appeal Generator]] — §19(1) draft on Day 31
	+	* 📬 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/pio-reply-checker-app.html\|PIO Reply Checker]] — analyse evasive replies
	+	* 📅 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/timeline-calculator-app.html\|Timeline Calculator]] — track 30-day window
	+	* 💰 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-fee-calculator-app.html\|Fee Calculator]] — state-wise fees
	+	* 🔍 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-research.html\|RTI Research]] — AI Q&A from this site
	+
	+	===== Related on RTI Wiki =====
	+
	+	* Master guide: [[:rti-for-birth-certificate-delay\|Full RTI for birth certificate delay]]
	+	* State-by-state: [[:scheme-state:birth-certificate:start\|Pick your state]]
	+	* Citizen RTI playbook: [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|All 100+ scenarios]]
	+	* The RTI Act 2005: [[:rti-act-2005-complete-guide\|Complete guide]]
	+	* All status-check guides: [[:check-status:start\|All 25 status-check pages]]
	+
	+	===== Sources =====
	+
	+	* RTI Act 2005 §§6, 7, 19
	+	* Official portal (linked in Quick Facts)
	+	* Statute referenced in Quick Facts
	+
	+	//Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.//
	+
	+	{{tag>check status birth certificate online status status-check citizen-help free-tool}}

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	+	{{htmlmetatags>metatag-keywords=(aadhaar status check, eid status, aadhaar update status, srn check, aadhaar enrolment status, my aadhaar status)
	+	metatag-description=(Check Aadhaar status using your 14-digit EID or 14-digit SRN. Free, official UIDAI portal. Plus what to do if status is "rejected" or stuck >90 days.)}}
	+
	+	====== How to check Aadhaar status by Enrolment ID (EID) or SRN ======
	+	{{page>snippets:dpdp-banner}}
	+
	+	<WRAP info>Direct answer. Visit resident.uidai.gov.in/check-aadhaar-status → enter your 14-digit Enrolment ID (EID) + date and time + captcha → get current status (Generated / Pending / Rejected). For an update request, enter the 14-digit SRN at myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in. UIDAI's SLA is 90 days for new enrolment, 30 days for updates.</WRAP>
	+
	+	===== Quick facts =====
	+	\| What you need \| 14-digit EID (new enrolment) OR 14-digit SRN (update) \|
	+	\| Official portal — new \| [[https://resident.uidai.gov.in/check-aadhaar-status\|resident.uidai.gov.in/check-aadhaar-status]] \|
	+	\| Official portal — update \| [[https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in\|myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in]] \|
	+	\| Mobile app \| mAadhaar (Android/iOS) — show e-Aadhaar offline \|
	+	\| SLA — new enrolment \| 90 days (UIDAI Enrolment Regulations 2016) \|
	+	\| SLA — update \| 30 days for online updates \|
	+	\| Helpline \| 1947 (toll-free, 7 am – 11 pm, Hindi/English/regional) \|
	+	\| Statutory base \| Aadhaar Act 2016 + UIDAI Enrolment Regulations 2016 \|
	+
	+	===== Step-by-step =====
	+	- Find your EID/SRN: it's on the receipt slip you got at the enrolment centre. Format: 14-digit number / date / time (e.g., 1234/56789/01234 25/04/2026 14:30).
	+	- For new enrolment status: go to [[https://resident.uidai.gov.in/check-aadhaar-status\|the status portal]]. Enter EID + captcha.
	+	- For update SRN status: go to [[https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in\|myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in]] → Check Update Status → enter SRN.
	+	- If status is "Generated" — download e-Aadhaar from the same portal (free; needs OTP on registered mobile).
	+	- If status is "In Progress" — wait. UIDAI updates every few days.
	+	- If status is "Rejected" — note the rejection reason. Common: biometric mismatch, incorrect demographic data, document mismatch. Re-enrol at any UIDAI centre with corrected details.
	+
	+	===== Real story from a citizen =====
	+	What we hear from RTI Wiki users: Priya, a 24-year-old MBA student in Pune, applied for an Aadhaar update to change her surname after marriage. SRN status said "In Process" for 119 days. She filed an RTI to UIDAI Bengaluru Regional Office asking (a) SRN current stage, (b) reason for delay beyond 30-day SLA, (c) officer in charge, (d) document deficiency notices issued, (e) projected completion. Reply in 26 days flagged a marriage-certificate format issue she could fix online. Update completed in 9 days after re-upload.
	+
	+	===== Aadhaar download (e-Aadhaar) by Aadhaar Number =====
	+
	+	For people searching //aadhaar download//, //e-aadhaar download//, //aadhaar pdf download//:
	+
	+	- Open [[https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in\|myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in]].
	+	- Click Login → enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number + captcha → click //Send OTP//.
	+	- Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile.
	+	- Click Download Aadhaar in the dashboard.
	+	- Choose //Masked Aadhaar// (recommended for general use) or //Regular// (full number visible).
	+	- Download. The PDF is password-protected — first 4 letters of your name in CAPITAL + birth year (DDMM format).
	+
	+	If your mobile is not linked to Aadhaar, you can't download e-Aadhaar online — visit any Aadhaar Seva Kendra to update mobile, then retry.
	+
	+	===== Aadhaar PVC card order status =====
	+
	+	For people searching //aadhaar pvc card status//, //aadhaar plastic card//:
	+
	+	The PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) Aadhaar Card is a durable, ATM-card-sized printed Aadhaar with QR code, hologram, micro-text, and security mark. UIDAI charges Rs 50 including delivery via India Post.
	+
	+	To check PVC card status:
	+	- Open [[https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/CheckAadhaarStatus\|myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/CheckAadhaarStatus]].
	+	- Enter your SRN (Service Request Number — given when you ordered) + captcha.
	+	- Click //Check Status//.
	+	- Status shows: //Order Received// → //Card Generated// → //Dispatched// → //Delivered//. SLA: 7-15 working days from order to delivery.
	+
	+	If delivery is delayed beyond 15 working days, the India Post tracking number in the status shows current location of your package — call your local post office.
	+
	+	===== Aadhaar mobile linking status =====
	+
	+	For people searching //aadhaar mobile linking status//, //check mobile linked to aadhaar//:
	+
	+	- Open [[https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/CheckAadhaarValidity\|myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/CheckAadhaarValidity]] → //Verify Email/Mobile Number//.
	+	- Enter Aadhaar number + mobile/email + captcha.
	+	- The page tells you if that mobile/email is linked.
	+
	+	If you've lost the mobile linked to Aadhaar, visit any Aadhaar Seva Kendra with Aadhaar + alternate ID; biometric verification needed for mobile update.
	+
	+	===== Aadhaar address update status =====
	+
	+	For //aadhaar address update status//, //address change aadhaar//:
	+
	+	- Open [[https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in\|myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in]] → //Login// → //Update Address//.
	+	- Enter the new address + Aadhaar OTP.
	+	- Submit your proof of address (rent agreement, utility bill, bank statement, etc.).
	+	- You get a 14-digit URN (Update Request Number) — track at //Check Update Status//.
	+	- SLA: 30 days for online updates. Track via URN at the same portal.
	+
	+	If status shows //Awaiting Documents//, your proof was rejected — re-upload via the URN page.
	+
	+	===== PAN-Aadhaar linking status =====
	+
	+	For //pan aadhaar link status//, //pan aadhaar status check//:
	+
	+	- Open [[https://www.incometax.gov.in/iec/foportal/help/all-topics/link-aadhaar/check-status\|incometax.gov.in → Link Aadhaar Status]].
	+	- Enter PAN + Aadhaar.
	+	- Click //View Link Status//.
	+	- Status shows: //Linked//, //Not Linked//, //Pending//, //Failed//.
	+
	+	Mandatory deadline: 31 March 2026. Penalty for late linking: Rs 1,000 (CBDT Notification 17/2022). If not linked, PAN goes //Inoperative// — refunds blocked, mutual fund / equity / ITR all stop.
	+
	+	===== Common Aadhaar search terms (and what they mean) =====
	+
	+	* EID / Enrolment ID — 14-digit + date/time, given at first enrolment.
	+	* SRN / URN — 14-digit, given when you submit an UPDATE request.
	+	* VID / Virtual ID — 16-digit, generated for privacy-preserving Aadhaar disclosure (alternative to sharing your actual Aadhaar).
	+	* e-Aadhaar — the digital downloadable Aadhaar PDF; legally equivalent to physical card.
	+	* m-Aadhaar — official mobile app for offline Aadhaar verification.
	+	* PVC Aadhaar — durable printed card, Rs 50 + delivery.
	+	* Masked Aadhaar — version where first 8 digits are masked (only last 4 visible).
	+
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	+	🔔 Track Aadhaar update deadlines + UIDAI policy changes by email. Free monthly digest: enrolment regulations, SLA breach data, latest UIDAI circulars. [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/contact\|Subscribe →]]
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	+
	+	===== 7 reasons your status may be stuck =====
	+	* Biometric quality flag — finger/iris capture marked "low quality" by UIDAI back-end. Fix: re-enrol at any UIDAI centre with fresh biometrics.
	+	* Document mismatch — your name on PAN/passport doesn't exactly match the form. UIDAI is strict about full vs initials.
	+	* Quality control hold — 1-2% of enrolments are randomly QC-held. Fix: file an RTI with SRN; usually clears.
	+	* Demographic mismatch with existing Aadhaar — you may already have an Aadhaar under a different EID and didn't know. Fix: 1947 helpline can search by demographic.
	+	* Linked-mobile issue — OTP fails so e-Aadhaar download fails. Fix: visit a centre to update mobile.
	+	* Incomplete update package — you submitted address change but proof of address was rejected. Fix: re-submit with valid %%PoA%%.
	+	* Operator error at enrolment centre — captured wrong data. Common in busy enrolment hours. Fix: re-enrolment + RTI to the centre operator.
	+
	+	===== Pro tips most don't know =====
	+	* Use Order Aadhaar Reprint (Rs. 50) instead of waiting for status — gets a physical card delivered in 5-7 days.
	+	* The mAadhaar app stores up to 5 family Aadhaars and works offline once downloaded — no need to wait for "physical card".
	+	* To verify your Aadhaar is active and unmasked, use the %%eKYC%% verification at any bank/post office — instant.
	+	* Lost your EID receipt? Visit a UIDAI centre with mobile + ID — they can retrieve via demographic search; saves the re-enrol fee.
	+	* If 1947 helpline is busy, %%WhatsApp%% UIDAI on 9311471234 — official channel, often faster reply.
	+
	+	===== Helpline + contact =====
	+	UIDAI helpline: 1947 (7 am – 11 pm, Hindi/English/regional) · %%WhatsApp%%: 9311471234 · Email: help@uidai.gov.in · Twitter: @UIDAI
	+
	+	===== If status is delayed beyond SLA — file an RTI =====
	+
	+	The official SLA on this service is published. If your status is stuck beyond it, you have a statutory right under §6 RTI Act 2005 to demand information from the public authority. Reply mandatory in 30 days.
	+
	+	File an RTI to: //UIDAI Regional Office (Bengaluru / Chandigarh / Delhi / Guwahati / Hyderabad / Lucknow / Mumbai / Ranchi)//
	+
	+	Ask these 5 questions:
	+
	+	- SRN/EID current status
	+	- reason for hold
	+	- officer in charge
	+	- biometric exception flag
	+	- projected completion date
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|Use our free AI RTI Drafter]] to generate a complete §6(1) application in 60 seconds. The Drafter pre-fills your name, address, fee statement, and the 5 questions above.
	+
	+	→ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|Or speak it]] in हिन्दी / English / 9 other Indian languages via %%AwaazRTI%%.
	+
	+	→ For deeper case-law on this scenario: [[:rti-for-aadhaar-update\|Read the full RTI guide for aadhaar update]].
	+
	+	===== Frequently asked questions =====
	+	* Q: How long does Aadhaar enrolment take? — 90 days max per UIDAI regulations. Most generate in 2-4 weeks.
	+	* Q: Can I get my Aadhaar number via SMS? — Yes — SMS "GETAADHAARNO" + your EID number to 1947 from your registered mobile.
	+	* Q: Is there a fee to check status? — No, all status checks are free. Only Order Aadhaar Reprint (Rs. 50) and biometric updates (Rs. 100) cost.
	+	* Q: What if my mobile is no longer accessible? — Visit the nearest UIDAI Aadhaar Seva Kendra with original ID — they can update mobile after biometric verification (Rs. 50).
	+	* Q: Is Aadhaar mandatory for everything? — No — Supreme Court (Puttaswamy 2018) limited mandatory Aadhaar to PAN linkage, IT Act notified services, and welfare scheme delivery. For most private services, Aadhaar is optional.
	+
	+	===== Summary + what to do next =====
	+
	+	To check status: use the official portal listed above with your reference number. SLA is published; if stuck beyond it, file a free RTI.
	+
	+	* If status is normal → wait the published SLA, then download/use your document
	+	* If status is delayed → click [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|🪄 AI RTI Drafter]] now; complete §6 application in 60 seconds
	+	* If status is rejected → demand reasons under §4(1)(d) RTI Act; appeal/represent
	+	* For state-specific guidance → see [[:scheme-state:aadhaar-update:start\|state-by-state guide]]
	+
	+	===== All RTI Wiki tools (free, no login) =====
	+
	+	* 🪄 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/ai-rti-draft-app.html\|AI RTI Drafter]] — type problem, get §6 application
	+	* 🎤 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/awaaz-rti.html\|AwaazRTI]] — voice-to-RTI in 11 Indian languages
	+	* 🔮 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-outcome-predictor.html\|Outcome Predictor]] — score your draft's win-likelihood
	+	* ⚖️ [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/first-appeal-app.html\|First Appeal Generator]] — §19(1) draft on Day 31
	+	* 📬 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/pio-reply-checker-app.html\|PIO Reply Checker]] — analyse evasive replies
	+	* 📅 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/timeline-calculator-app.html\|Timeline Calculator]] — track 30-day window
	+	* 💰 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-fee-calculator-app.html\|Fee Calculator]] — state-wise fees
	+	* 🔍 [[https://righttoinformation.wiki/tools/rti-research.html\|RTI Research]] — AI Q&A from this site
	+
	+	===== Related on RTI Wiki =====
	+
	+	* Master guide: [[:rti-for-aadhaar-update\|Full RTI for aadhaar update]]
	+	* State-by-state: [[:scheme-state:aadhaar-update:start\|Pick your state]]
	+	* Citizen RTI playbook: [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|All 100+ scenarios]]
	+	* The RTI Act 2005: [[:rti-act-2005-complete-guide\|Complete guide]]
	+	* All status-check guides: [[:check-status:start\|All 25 status-check pages]]
	+
	+	===== Sources =====
	+
	+	* RTI Act 2005 §§6, 7, 19
	+	* Official portal (linked in Quick Facts)
	+	* Statute referenced in Quick Facts
	+
	+	//Last reviewed: 25 April 2026.//
	+
	+	{{tag>check status aadhaar status status-check citizen-help free-tool}}