MeitY adds Passport Verification Record access to DigiLocker: Here's how it works

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The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and the National e-Governance Division (NeGD), has enabled citizens to access their Passport Verification Record (PVR) directly through DigiLocker. The announcement was made through the official Digital India handle on X, highlighting the government’s continued push toward digital public infrastructure and citizen-centric e-governance services.

A new addition to DigiLocker’s expanding document ecosystem

With the addition of PVR, DigiLocker users can now retrieve their passport-related verification details securely, anytime and anywhere. The feature aims to reduce dependence on physical copies, eliminate the need for document attestation, and streamline one of the most essential steps in the passport issuance and renewal process.

DigiLocker already provides access to various government-issued documents, such as Aadhaar, PAN, driving licence, vehicle registration certificates, academic records, and more. The inclusion of Passport Verification Record further strengthens its role as a unified digital document wallet for Indian citizens.

How the PVR feature benefits users

According to the announcement, users can access their PVR on both mobile and web versions of DigiLocker. The document is issued digitally, tamper-proof, and can be shared with authorised institutions whenever required. This is particularly useful for individuals who must present verification records for job applications, visa processing, police verification, and other formalities.

The government noted that the feature supports paperless governance and reduces friction in administrative processes. However, early user responses on X indicate that some citizens are facing errors — including mismatches in personal details or availability delays — suggesting that the rollout may still be stabilising across systems.

The addition of PVR access aligns with the government’s broader vision of building trusted digital public infrastructure. It reinforces the ongoing initiative to simplify high-demand services, reduce dependency on physical paperwork, and increase transparency.