Is pan card compulsory for passport

No, a PAN card is not compulsory for a passport application in India. While it is an accepted document for proof of identity or date of birth, it is not mandatory. You can successfully apply for a passport by providing other valid government-issued alternatives such as:

• Aadhaar Card
• Voter ID Card
• Driving Licence
• Birth Certificate

As long as you submit one of these approved documents for identity and address verification, your application will be processed without a PAN card.