First timer new passport - preissue police verfication

In Need of Help (Querist) 14 September 2025 This query is : Resolved
Sirs,
I have applied for my First time New Passport.
I went to Police Station with all my documents. Birth Certificate, PAN Card, Aadhar Card, Driving License, School/College certificates.
Police Office asking for Electricity Bill which was provided which is in my father's name and our entire family lives as joint family.
Now the Officer is asking for Birth Certificate of my father.
My father was born in Unnao, Utter Pradesh and he does not have any certificate.
My father has Aadhar Card, PAN Card.
Kindly guide for Adult's Passport Application Father's Birth Certificate is necessary for submission.
Thank you

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A first-time passport applicant was asked for their father's birth certificate during police verification, despite providing all their own documents. While the police can verify the applicant's address and identity, they cannot legally demand a parent's birth certificate. It's advised to escalate the issue to a higher officer or consult a local lawyer if such a demand persists.

T. Kalaiselvan, Advocate (Expert) 14 September 2025
The police cannot insist production of your father's birth certificate.
They can very well demand the documents pertaining to you to verify your permanent address and authenticity.

In Need of Help (Querist) 14 September 2025
Respected Advocate T. Kalaiselvan Ji

Thank you for your swift response and I remain obliged. Sincere Regards

kavksatyanarayana (Expert) 14 September 2025
No, the police do not require your father's birth certificate for your passport verification in India; they primarily verify your identity and residential address.

T. Kalaiselvan, Advocate (Expert) 15 September 2025
You are welcome for your appreciations.

Sudhir Kumar, Advocate (Expert) 15 September 2025
The mandate of the Police is this case is to ascertain that you are residing on this address and No case is pending against you.

Meet Higher Officer in person and submit written complaint.

Dr. J C Vashista (Expert) 16 September 2025
What is the purpose of asking birth certificate of your father in verification of your passport ? Unbelievable statement.
However, it is better to consult and engage a local prudent lawyer with relevant records for proper appreciation of facts and circumstances, professional advise and necessary proceeding.

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