Indian Identity Certificate Overview
Primary Recipients
Specifically designed for Tibetan refugees and stateless individuals residing in India who cannot obtain passports from their countries of origin.
Application Location
Tibetan refugees apply at Regional Passport Office Delhi, while stateless individuals apply at their local jurisdiction passport office.
Document Features
Distinctive yellow cover with gold lettering, 36-page booklet featuring the Indian Emblem, valid for international travel purposes.
Validity Period
Standard 10-year validity with mandatory renewal in India before expiration. Special provisions for students at recognized foreign universities.
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Step-by-step journey to obtaining your Indian Identity Certificate
Document Preparation
Gather required documents including proof of refugee status, residence proof, and passport-sized photographs. Ensure all documents are properly attested and translated if necessary.
1
Online Registration
Register on the Passport Seva portal and complete the online application form. Upload the XML file generated after form validation and print the application form.
2
Application Submission
Submit printed application form with original documents at the appropriate passport office. Tibetan refugees submit at RPO Delhi, while others submit at local jurisdiction offices.
3
Processing & Approval
Application undergoes verification by relevant authorities including Ministry of External Affairs clearance. Processing time varies based on individual circumstances and document completeness.
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Eligibility & Requirements
Eligible Applicants
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Tibetan refugees residing in India with valid refugee documentation
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Stateless individuals living in India unable to obtain passport from country of origin
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Persons with recommendation from Bureau of His Holiness the Dalai Lama (for Tibetan refugees)
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Individuals with clearance from Ministry of External Affairs PSP Division
Required Documents
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Completed application form (online or offline)
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Proof of refugee status or stateless person documentation
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Residence proof in India (minimum duration as specified)
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Recent passport-sized photographs with white background
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Birth certificate or age proof documents
Processing Requirements
All applications require thorough verification by multiple government departments. Tibetan refugees must obtain recommendations from the Bureau of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, while stateless individuals need clearance from state authorities and FRRO offices.
Important Notice
Certificate holders must return to India before expiration for renewal. Students at recognized foreign universities may apply for renewal at Indian missions abroad with proper documentation.
