India e passport launched with rfid chip technology provide next level safety know how to apply

The Government of India has started e-Passport Seva. This is a new type of passport that looks similar to traditional passport. But it has a special chip which makes the passport more smart and safe than before. Passport holder’s photo, his fingerprint, its signature and other personal details are present in the digital format and are safe in the chip. Let’s know what else are the features of this new passport, and how to apply for it.

What is special in e-passport
As the name also suggests, it is an electronic type of passport with a special security chip. This chip keeps the passport holder’s photo, fingerprint, and other details digitally sev. With this, the identity of the holder cannot be stolen, no fake passports can be made, nor can anyone be cheated. In this, the holder biometric information is recorded in electronic form.

What will be the benefit of passengers from e-passport
With the help of e-Passport, the immigration process at International Airports will become faster and easier than before. There is a chip in it, it will read the machines in a few seconds and the information will be immediately revealed. Due to this, passengers will not have to live in long queues. The passenger’s data in this new passport will be completely safe. This will eliminate the problem of fraud like making fake passports. After the trial in cities like Goa, Jammu, Chennai, Hyderabad and Jaipur, this facility is going to be implemented across the country.

How to apply for e-passport
Applying for e-Passport is exactly the same as you do for a normal passport. Here we are telling you through step by step guide how to apply for this new passport

• First of all passportindia.gov.in Get yourself registered by going to the website
• After registration, click on the registration tab and fill the information here.
• Here you will find login credentials.
• After login, choose any of Fresh Passport or Re-Risue Passport.
• After the election you will be given a form. Download the form and fill all the details sought in it.
• In this, attach the necessary documents like your identity card, date of birth, address proof and scan the form and submit it.
• You should deposit passport fees online and book an appointment slot.
• After that whatever day is given, go to the passport service center on that schedule and get all the documents verified.
• After the completion of the verification process, your e-passport will be delivered to your house.