Official form and Annexure D guidelines to apply for a fresh passport or reissue of passport for minor applicants (under 18 years). Understanding the correct filling procedure, size restrictions for scanned attachments, and submission protocols is vital to ensure your request does not get delayed or rejected by the official portal agents.
Download Official Form
You can download the official blank application form directly from the government portal. Make sure to download the latest version to prevent compliance rejections.
Documents Required
Before filling out the form, collect the following certificates and documents. Make sure you meet the file upload size limitations of the Passport Seva portal to ensure a smooth online upload process:
- Proof of Date of Birth (Birth Certificate - Limit: 1MB PDF)
- Address Proof in the name of Parent(s) (Limit: 1MB PDF)
- Annexure 'D' declaration signed by both parents (Limit: 1MB PDF)
- Minor's recent passport size photograph (Limit: 50KB JPEG)
Step-by-Step Filling Guide
Follow this detailed instructions list to complete each section of the form accurately:
- Fill in the minor's details matching the Birth Certificate.
- Write parents' passport details (file number/passport number) if they hold valid passports.
- Select the service type (36 pages booklet is default for minors).
- Fill in parental authorization details in Annexure D.
- For minors below 5 years, get a clean left-hand thumb impression.
- Parents must sign the declaration box authorizing the passport issue.
Common Mistakes to Avoid: Do not write over boundaries of the text boxes. Avoid overwriting or using correction fluid on physical forms. Verify that all spelled names match your primary identity card details exactly.
Document Size Requirements for Upload
If you are uploading these documents online, you must compress and resize them to meet the strict limits enforced by the Passport Seva server database:
| Document | Format | Size Limit | Resizing Tool Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minor Photo (white background) | JPEG/JPG | Under 50KB | Resize Photo to 50KB Free → |
| Parents ID / Address proofs | Under 1MB | Compress PDF to 1MB → | |
| Annexure D Declaration | Under 1MB | Compress PDF to 1MB → |
How to Submit the Form Online
Once you have filled out the application and resized all necessary attachments to fit within the specified guidelines, proceed with the online submission steps:
- Complete the passport application online on Passport Seva.
- Print and fill Annexure D declaring parental consent.
- Submit the form and pay fee (₹1000 for minors under 15, validity 5 years or till 18).
- Book an appointment at the nearby PSK.
- Both parents should ideally accompany the minor with original documents.
- Verify documents and register biometrics at the counter.
Ensure you note down the generated reference application ID number to monitor updates later.
For state-by-state upload standards and photograph rules, refer to our State Requirements Directory.
Frequently Asked Questions
Download the Hindi minor passport form and Annexure D guidelines from /hi/forms/download/passport-minor-application-form.html or the official Passport Seva web portal.
Minor's birth certificate, parents' passport copies, parents' address proof, and Annexure D. Compress PDF records under 1MB using our website tools.
Both parents must sign Annexure D declaration to confirm consent. If one parent is abroad, specific procedures apply.
No last date exists. Submit whenever the parents decide to obtain a passport for the minor.
No. Online registration on the Passport Seva portal is mandatory before visiting the PSK.
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