Annexure F Form – Fill Out and Use This PDF

Annexure F Form PDF Details

The Annexure F form is a mandatory Verification Certificate under the Tatkaal passport scheme, which allows expedited processing for individuals who need an Indian passport on an urgent basis. The form must be submitted in duplicate together with a Standard Affidavit as per Annexure I.

The certifying authority must endorse the form with a passport-sized photograph of the applicant, ensuring that the stamp and part of the signature overlap the photo to establish authenticity.

Who can certify the Annexure F form? The verifying authority must be one of the following:

• Gazetted government officer (Group A or Group B)
• Member of Parliament or Member of Legislative Assembly
• Judicial or executive magistrate
• Officer of the Army, Navy, or Air Force (Captain rank or above)
• Sub-Inspector of Police or above
• Post Master General, Head Post Master, or Superintendent of Post Offices
• Income Tax Officer
• Bank Manager (nationalized bank or scheduled commercial bank)

Key information to fill in the form:

• Full name, date of birth, and residential address of the applicant
• Educational qualifications and current profession
• Confirmation that the applicant is not involved in criminal proceedings
• A declaration that the applicant does not have outstanding dues arising from repatriation assistance

Section 6(2) of the Passports Act, 1967 lists the grounds on which a passport can be refused, including national security concerns, pending criminal proceedings, and failure to pay repatriation dues. The certifying authority must confirm that none of these grounds apply to the applicant.

Submitting an incorrect or false verification certificate is a criminal offence under the Passports Act. The certifying authority should review all details carefully before signing and stamping the form.

Related Indian passport forms: Annexure E form and Indian passport renewal form.