We sometimes need a Police Clearance Certificate or PCC for various purposes, including during employment, VISA/immigration, or residency in a foreign country.
PCC is an official document issued by the police or government agency in India to certify that an individual has no criminal record or has not been involved in any criminal activity that resulted in a criminal conviction.
In this article, you will get to know the following points on how to apply for a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) in West Bengal,
Let’s see each of these points in detail.
Details required to apply for a Police Clearance Certificate in WB
You will need the following details to apply for a Police Clearance Certificate in West Bengal:
- Aadhaar Number
- Aadhaar linked mobile number
- Personal Details (Name/Address)
- Required document for PCC (Aadhaar/Voter ID, etc.)
- Purpose for PCC
- Type of record that needs to be verified.
Steps to apply for a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) in West Bengal
To apply for a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) in West Bengal,
Step 1: Go to the official website
- First, go to the official West Bengal PCC portal at pcc.wb.gov.in.
- Next, click on the ‘Apply for PCC’ button.
- A new page will open.
Step 2: Register/Login
- Next, tick the declaration box.
- Next, enter the ‘Mobile No. (10 Digits)’ in the specified field.
- Next, click on the ‘Send OTP’ button. An OTP will be sent to the registered mobile number.
- Next, enter the OTP in the specified field.
- Next, click on the ‘Submit’ button.
- You will be logged in.
Step 3: Enter Aadhaar details
- Next, click on the ‘Click here’ button under the ‘New Application’ option.
- Next, enter the ‘Aadhaar Number’ in the specified field.
- Next, tick the declaration box.
- Next, click on the ‘Send OTP’ button. An OTP will be sent to the Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
- Next, enter the OTP received in the specified field and click on the ‘Verify OTP’ button.
Step 4: Fill PCC application form
- Next, enter and select the required details.
- Next, enter and select the required Contact Info.
- Next, select and upload the required document for PCC.
- Next, select the ‘Please select the purpose for PCC’ from the given options.
- Next, select the ‘Please select record verification for PCC’ from the given options.
- Next, click on the ‘Save & Proceed’ button.
Your application will be successfully submitted and your application number will be generated. Now you need to complete the payment process.
Step 5: Make payment
- Next, click on the ‘Pay Now’ button.
- Next, the required payment amount will be displayed.
- Next, click on the ‘Pay’ button.
- Next, select the mode of payment from the given options.
- Next, make the needed payment.
- Once paid, click on the ‘Go to Dashboard’ button.
You will be taken to the homepage.
By following these steps, you can easily apply for a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) in West Bengal online through their official website pcc.wb.gov.in.
You can also download your application, check its status, and download your certificate from the same portal.