Seeing “Under Review” after submitting a passport application can be confusing, especially when you are waiting for your passport for an upcoming trip.

In simple terms, an under-review status generally means that your application is still being examined or processed and a final decision has not yet been completed. The exact stage can vary depending on the application, verification requirements and the Passport Office handling the file.

Passport Seva allows applicants to track their application using the file number and date of birth. The official tracker displays the latest available application status.

Importantly, “Under Review” does not automatically mean that your passport has been rejected. It also does not necessarily mean that there is a problem with your application.

Here’s what may happen next and what you should do if the status does not change.

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What Does “Passport Application Under Review” Mean?

When your passport application is under review, the application is still going through the relevant processing stages.

Depending on your case, authorities may need to:

• Examine the application and submitted information
• Verify documents
• Check previous passport records, where applicable
• Complete police verification, if required
• Review the application before granting the passport
• Complete printing and dispatch after the passport is granted

Passport applications go through verification and granting processes, followed by back-office processing such as printing and dispatch where applicable.

The exact sequence can differ depending on whether you applied for a fresh passport, re-issue, Tatkaal service or another passport-related service.

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Does “Under Review” Mean My Passport Has Been Rejected?

No.

An application being under review should not be interpreted as a rejection.

A passport application may remain under review while the Passport Office completes the checks required for that particular application.

If there is a specific problem, the applicant may receive further communication or the status may change to reflect an issue requiring action.

Therefore, avoid assuming that something has gone wrong simply because the status has not changed immediately.

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What Happens After the Application Is Under Review?

There is no single sequence that applies identically to every applicant. However, the application can move through several stages.

1. Application and Document Examination

The Passport Office examines the information and documents submitted with the application.

At the Passport Seva Kendra, the application process includes data/document checking, document scanning, photograph and biometric capture, followed by verification and granting by government officials.

If additional examination is necessary, processing may continue before a final decision is made.

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2. Police Verification, If Required

Police verification is an important part of many passport applications.

Passport Seva explains that the Passport Office determines whether police verification is required and whether it is conducted before or after passport issuance depending on the case.

For example, some applications may involve pre-police verification, while others may be processed on a post-police verification basis.

This is one reason why two applicants submitting applications around the same time may see different status updates.

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3. Granting of the Passport

Once the relevant checks have been completed, the application may be granted.

The Passport Seva system’s status tracker provides the latest available status of the application. Official examples of status progression include stages such as passport printing and subsequent dispatch.

A “granted” status is therefore an important milestone because it indicates that the application has moved beyond the pending review stage.

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4. Passport Printing

After the passport is granted, the passport booklet goes through the required production and processing stages.

Passport Office back-office activities include passport printing, lamination and stamping/signature processes before dispatch.

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5. Passport Dispatch

Once the passport is ready for dispatch, it is sent to the applicant.

Passport Seva states that passports are dispatched through India Post Speed Post to the present address entered in the passport application.

After dispatch, you can track the delivery through the relevant postal tracking facility.

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How Long Can a Passport Application Stay Under Review?

There is no single number of days that can be guaranteed for every application.

The time can depend on factors such as:

• Type of passport service
• Whether police verification is required
• Whether verification has been completed
• Accuracy of the information submitted
• Previous passport or application records
• Additional document requirements
• The Passport Office handling the application
• Any exceptional or complex circumstances

Therefore, seeing the same status for several days does not automatically mean that the application is stuck.

For current application-specific information, use the official Passport Seva status tracker rather than relying on a general processing-time estimate.

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How to Check Your Passport Application Status

Passport Seva provides an online application status tracker.

You generally need:

• Application/file number
• Date of birth

The official tracking page asks applicants to select the application type and enter their file number and date of birth.

Step-by-step

1. Open the official Passport Seva portal.
2. Go to the application status tracking section.
3. Select the appropriate application type.
4. Enter your file number.
5. Enter your date of birth.
6. Submit the details.
7. Review the latest status displayed.

Official Passport Seva Application Status Tracker

Passport Seva also provides application-status information through its mobile application.

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What If the Status Has Not Changed for Several Days?

If your passport application remains under review, do not immediately assume that it is delayed.

First, check the status again using the official Passport Seva system.

Then consider whether your application involves:

• Police verification
• A re-issue or complex application
• A name or address change
• Additional supporting documents
• Previous passport records requiring examination
• Any communication from the Passport Office

If there is no obvious issue and the status remains unchanged beyond a reasonable period, you can contact Passport Seva for application-specific guidance.

The official National Call Centre is 1800-258-1800. Passport Seva also provides grievance facilities for passport-related issues.

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What If Police Verification Is Still Pending?

Police verification can affect the progression of an application when it is required before issuance.

Passport Seva explains that police verification may be conducted either before or after passport issuance depending on the application and the decision of the Passport Office.

If your application requires pre-police verification, the passport may not proceed to the next stage until the relevant verification process is completed.

If you believe your police verification has been pending unusually long, check the application status and contact the concerned Passport Office or Passport Seva for guidance.

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What If the Police Report Is Adverse?

An adverse police report does not necessarily mean that the matter is permanently closed.

Passport Seva advises applicants with an adverse police report to contact the concerned Passport Office to understand the reason. Where appropriate, clarification or re-verification may be possible, and the Passport Office requires a clear police report before further processing in such cases.

If you receive an adverse status, don’t ignore it.

Instead:

1. Check the exact status.
2. Understand the reason for the adverse report.
3. Contact the concerned Passport Office.
4. Provide clarification or documents if requested.
5. Follow the official instructions for any required re-verification.

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What If the Passport Office Needs More Documents?

Sometimes an application cannot move forward until a required document or clarification is provided.

This is particularly important for applications involving changes in personal information, unusual circumstances or specific documentary requirements.

If Passport Seva communicates that additional documentation is required, provide the requested information through the official process.

Do not submit unrelated documents simply because you think they might help.

The safest approach is to follow the exact requirement communicated by the Passport Office.

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Does “Under Review” Mean I Should Visit the Passport Office?

Not necessarily.

If your application is simply under review and there is no instruction asking you to visit the Passport Office, there may be no reason to make an immediate visit.

First:

• Check the latest online status.
• Check your registered contact details for messages or emails.
• Check whether any document or clarification has been requested.
• Contact Passport Seva if you need application-specific assistance.

Passport Seva provides a National Call Centre and helpdesk facilities for applicants with questions about their applications.

If the official status specifically asks you to contact or visit the concerned Passport Office, follow that instruction.

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What If I Have an Upcoming International Flight?

This is where a passport application under review can become stressful.

If you have a confirmed flight and your passport has not yet been issued, don’t assume that the passport will arrive by your travel date.

Instead, check:

1. Your latest passport application status.
2. Whether police verification is pending.
3. Whether the application has been granted.
4. Whether the passport has been printed.
5. Whether it has been dispatched.
6. The expected time remaining before your journey.

If the passport has already been dispatched, Passport Seva advises applicants to use the India Post Speed Post tracking facility to follow the delivery.

If your application is still under review, contact Passport Seva if you need clarification about your particular case.

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What About Tatkaal Applications?

Tatkaal applications are designed for faster passport processing for eligible applicants, but the application still has to meet the applicable requirements.

Passport Seva states that once a Tatkaal application has a final status of “Granted,” the passport can be expected to be dispatched on the third working day excluding the date of application submission, without waiting for the police verification report in the applicable process.

However, this should not be confused with a guarantee that every Tatkaal application will be granted immediately.

If documents are incomplete or do not satisfy the applicable Tatkaal requirements, Passport Seva states that the application can be placed on hold until the required documents are submitted.

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Common Reasons a Passport Application May Take Longer

Every application is different, but delays can occur when additional processing is required.

Common possibilities include:

Police verification is pending

The Passport Office may be waiting for the required police report.

Information needs further verification

An application may require additional examination of the information provided.

Document issues

A document may be missing, unclear, inconsistent or require further clarification.

Previous passport records need checking

Re-issue applications and applications involving changes may require examination of existing records.

Complex cases

Some applications require additional scrutiny before a final decision can be made.

Operational delays

Processing can also be affected by administrative or operational circumstances.

Because the reason varies from case to case, an applicant should not assume a specific cause without checking the official status or receiving an official communication.

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What You Should NOT Do While Your Passport Is Under Review

Don’t submit multiple applications unnecessarily

If you already have an active application, don’t create another application simply because the status has not changed.

First understand what is happening with the existing application.

Don’t rely on unofficial status information

Use the official Passport Seva portal or official support channels for application-specific information.

Don’t pay anyone claiming to guarantee approval

No private travel company can guarantee that a government authority will approve your passport application.

Don’t ignore an official request

If the Passport Office requests documents, clarification or another action, respond according to the instructions.

Don’t assume “under review” means rejection

A review status simply means the application has not reached its final stage.

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When Should You Contact Passport Seva?

Consider contacting Passport Seva when:

• Your application appears to have remained unchanged for an unusually long period.
• Police verification appears to be pending and you need clarification.
• The status indicates an adverse police report.
• You receive a request for additional documents but are unsure what to provide.
• Your application shows an unexpected error.
• Your passport has been dispatched but has not arrived.
• You have another application-specific concern that cannot be resolved through the online tracker.

Passport Seva’s National Call Centre can be reached at 1800-258-1800, and the official portal also provides grievance facilities.

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How ROVEIS Can Help

ROVEIS Travel Company is a travel assistance provider and can help applicants understand passport-related procedures, documentation requirements and travel planning around passport applications.

ROVEIS can provide guidance related to:

• Passport application procedures
• Passport renewal and re-issue
• Tatkaal passport assistance
• Passport appointment guidance
• Document preparation
• Travel planning when a passport is pending
• General passport-service information

However, ROVEIS is not a government department and does not issue passports or control Passport Seva application decisions.

ROVEIS cannot guarantee passport approval, processing time, police verification or passport delivery. Government authorities remain responsible for the application and its final outcome, consistent with the ROVEIS positioning guidelines.

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Quick Checklist: Passport Application Under Review

If your passport status says Under Review, use this checklist:

• Check the application status on the official Passport Seva portal.
• Keep your file number and date of birth available.
• Check whether police verification is pending.
• Check your SMS/email for official communication.
• Check whether additional documents have been requested.
• Don’t submit a duplicate application unnecessarily.
• Contact Passport Seva if the application requires clarification.
• If your passport has been dispatched, track the Speed Post shipment.
• If you have urgent travel plans, don’t assume passport delivery is guaranteed by your flight date.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is “Under Review” a normal passport status?

It can be. It generally indicates that the application is still undergoing examination or processing and has not reached its final stage. The exact meaning and next step depend on the application.

How long does a passport stay under review?

There is no universal number of days that applies to every application. Processing can depend on verification requirements, application type, documents and the circumstances of the case.

Does under review mean my passport will be rejected?

No. An application being under review does not by itself mean that the application has been rejected.

What happens after passport application review?

Depending on the application, the next stages may include police verification where required, granting, printing and dispatch. Passport Seva’s official tracker shows the latest available status.

Can I travel while my passport application is under review?

If you do not currently have a valid passport available for your international journey, you should not assume that an application under review will be completed before your travel date. Check your application status and plan accordingly.

What if my passport application is under review for several days?

Continue checking the official status and look for any request for documents or verification. If the status remains unchanged for an unusually long period or you have a specific concern, contact Passport Seva or the concerned Passport Office.

How can I check my passport application status?

Use the official Passport Seva application status tracker with your application/file number and date of birth.

What should I do if police verification is pending?

Check whether your application requires pre- or post-police verification. If there is an unusual delay or an adverse report, contact the concerned Passport Office or Passport Seva for guidance.

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Conclusion

Seeing “Passport Application Under Review” can be worrying, but it does not automatically indicate a problem or rejection.

The application may still be going through document examination, verification, granting or another processing stage. If police verification is required, that can also affect the progression of the application.

The best approach is to track the application through the official Passport Seva system, watch for any request for additional information and contact the official support channels if the application appears to require attention.

If the passport has already been granted and dispatched, the process moves into printing and delivery, with passports sent through India Post Speed Post.

Requirements, procedures and processing arrangements can change, so applicants should verify the latest information through the official Passport Seva portal.