The National e-Governance Division (NeGD) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), has enabled access to the Passport Verification Record (PVR) on the DigiLocker platform. This integration marks a major milestone in enhancing citizen convenience, transparency, and digital trust under the Digital India programme.
DigiLocker is a secure, cloud-based platform that enables the issuance, storage, sharing, and verification of digital documents. With the addition of the Passport Verification Record, citizens can now securely access, store, and share their verified passport records digitally, eliminating the need for physical copies and manual paperwork.
Once verification is complete, the PVR will be available in the “Issued Documents” section of the citizen’s DigiLocker account, accessible via the web portal or mobile application.
This initiative offers multiple benefits:
- Convenience and anytime access: Citizens can retrieve PVRs anytime, anywhere, without carrying paper records.
- Faster processes and reduced paperwork: Digital verification will streamline processes in travel, employment, and compliance.
- Authenticity and security: PVRs are issued directly from authorised government systems, ensuring integrity and protection against tampering.
- Easy digital sharing: Citizens can share records with authorised entities through consent-based digital access.
- Paperless governance: The move supports the Government’s commitment to sustainable, resource-efficient administration.
The collaboration between MEA and NeGD, MeitY reflects a whole-of-government approach to improving public service delivery through secure and citizen-friendly digital platforms. It is expected to benefit millions of passport applicants and holders, reinforcing India’s position as a leader in trusted, paperless digital governance.
