India, March 5 -- The government has updated rules for Indian citizens who are willing to apply for a new or an updated passport. These changes affect different groups of people. Here are five updates to keep in mind before filing for a passport.

The only recognised proof of date of birth for people born on or after October 1, 2023, is a birth certificate issued by the municipal corporation, Registrar of Births and Deaths or any authority designated under the Registration of Births and Deaths Act, 1969.

For people born before October 1, 2023, the birth certificates issued by any of the authorities mentioned above are valid proof of date of birth. Additionally, transfer or school leaving certificate, PAN card, service record/pay pension ...