A passport is an essential document for Indian citizens planning to travel abroad. Issued by the Government of India, an Indian passport allows international travel and is generally valid for 10 years, after which it must be renewed.

Since passport issuance can take a few weeks, tracking your application status is important—especially if you have upcoming travel plans. Thankfully, the government provides a simple way to check passport status online through its official portal.

Before you begin, keep the following details handy:

• 15-digit passport file number (received after application submission)

• Date of birth

Follow these steps to track your passport application:

Visit the official Passport Seva Portal website.

Click on “Track Your Application Status.”

Select the type of passport application from the drop-down menu.

Enter your 15-digit file number and date of birth.

Click on “Track Status.”
The current status of your passport application will be displayed on the screen.

Applicants can also track their passport status using the mPassport Seva app, which provides real-time updates.

• Available on Android and iOS

• Requires a one-time registration

• Useful for quick status checks on the go

Always save your passport file number after submitting the application. It is required not only for tracking status but also for future communication with passport authorities.