Does Indian Passport Have Passport Book Number?

I've renewed my Indian passport twice and have also applied for an OCI card. I haven't come across a separate passport book number on any of my Indian passports. The passport number on the identity page is the main identifier that's usually required for government and consular applications.

If you're filling out a foreign immigration or visa form that asks for a passport book number, don't assume it's the same as the passport number unless the instructions clearly say so. Requirements can vary depending on the country and the application system, so it's always best to verify with the official guidance before submitting your application.

I had the same question while applying for an overseas visa last year. From my experience, Indian passports don't include a separate passport book number. Some international application forms are designed for passports issued by multiple countries, so not every field applies to Indian passports.

In my case, I contacted the visa support team before submitting the form. They confirmed that I could either leave the passport book number field blank or follow their specific instructions. I'd recommend checking the instructions for the application you're completing because different countries handle this field differently.

I was confused about this too when I was filling out an online visa application. My Indian passport only has the passport number printed on the photo page, and I couldn't find a separate passport book number anywhere. After checking the instructions for the application I was completing, I realized that Indian passports generally don't have a passport book number like some other countries do.

I simply entered my passport number where requested, and the application was accepted without any issues. If the form specifically asks for a passport book number and marks it as optional, I would just leave it blank. If it's a mandatory field, it's worth checking the guidance provided by the authority requesting the information.

What to fill in the application form if it asks for the passport book number?

Indian passports do not have a passport book number. For my Indian passport book number, I have left some blank space, as this number is not mentioned in Indian passports, and it is also not an important number for identification or travel purposes.