Quick answer
Track your Indian passport on passportindia.gov.in under “Track Application Status” with your file number and date of birth, or via the mPassport Seva app. Common stages are Pending, Pending for police verification, Ready for dispatch, and Dispatched. “Dispatched” means it is on the way by Speed Post.
Key takeaways
- Use your file number (starts with V) and date of birth.
- mPassport Seva app gives push updates.
- “Pending for police verification” is normal, not a problem.
- “Dispatched” means Speed Post has it.
- Long “Pending” beyond expected time — raise a grievance.
Summary
| Status | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Pending for physical police verification | Awaiting the officer visit |
| Pending for police verification report | Visit done, report awaited |
| Under processing at Regional Passport Office | In internal review |
| Ready for dispatch | Approved, awaiting Speed Post |
| Dispatched | On the way to your address |
Eligibility
Where to track
- Passport Seva website — Track Application Status
- mPassport Seva mobile app
- SMS service (where available)
Required documents
File number
Printed on your appointment receipt (starts with V).
Date of birth
As entered in the application.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Open Track Status
Go to passportindia.gov.in → Track Application Status.
- 2
Enter file number & DOB
Use the file number from your receipt and your DOB.
- 3
Read the stage
Interpret the status message (see the table above).
- 4
Escalate if stuck
If a stage persists far beyond the expected time, raise a grievance on the portal.
Timeline
Update frequency
Status updates as each stage completes; there is no live minute-by-minute feed.
Cost breakdown
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tracking | Free |
| Speed Post delivery | Included |
Fees are indicative and change — verify the current schedule on Passport Seva.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Free and online
- App gives notifications
Cons
- Status wording can be unclear
- No per-minute updates
Common scenarios
Stuck on police verification for weeks
Visit or call the local police station; then raise a grievance on Passport Seva if unresolved.
Common mistakes
- Using the wrong file number
- Panicking at “Pending for police verification”
Expert tips
- Screenshot your file number and appointment receipt.
- Install the mPassport Seva app for push updates.
Frequently asked questions
How do I track my Indian passport status?
Go to passportindia.gov.in → Track Application Status, enter your file number and date of birth. The mPassport Seva app also works.
What does “Dispatched” mean on passport status?
Your passport has been handed to Speed Post and is on the way to your registered address.
Why is my status stuck on police verification?
The officer report is awaited. If it stays stuck for weeks, contact the local police station or raise a grievance on Passport Seva.
Related passport guides
Get your passport sorted with Krosz
Prepare your documents, make a compliant passport photo and check your readiness — all free, in your browser.