Now obtain Police Clearance Certificate in 72-hours | Here's How

In a bid to expedite the process of obtaining a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC), a crucial document for visa and job applications, the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the West Bengal Police has launched a new portal. The portal allows citizens to apply for a PCC online, eliminating the need for lengthy paperwork and in-person visits to police stations. This digital initiative is expected to significantly reduce the processing time and provide greater convenience to the public.

The portal was launched on Friday at the Bhawani Bhawan in the presence of senior CID officials. Dr R Rajasekaran ADG and IG CID, Vishal Garg, IG CID, Supratim Sarkar, ADG and IG (South Bengal), Sukesh Jain, IG Traffic, Akhilesh Chaturvedi, IG CID and Ajoy Kumar ADG and IG (Headquarters) were present during the launch.

“We are hopeful that the process, which used to take so much time (around 30 days), will be now completed within 72 hours and in a hassle-free manner,” said Sukesh Jain, IG (traffic). The process involves completing an online application form, uploading a photograph and necessary supporting documents, and paying a Rs 300 fee through net banking, debit, or credit card.

How to Apply:

An applicant has to visit the https://pcc.wb.gov.in, which is hosted by the State Data Center, and follow the steps given below:

• Click on ‘Apply for PCC’
• Share Mobile number for OTP
• Once you fill up the OTP, you will be directed to the application page
• Share your Aadhaar number
• Now, another OTP will be shared on the applicant’s Aadhaar-linked mobile number to check if it is a genuine application
• The applicant will be asked if the PCC is being asked for Visa or employment verification
• Further, applicant will be asked to share permanent address
• Then the applicant has to submit criminal and traffic record and select police verification
• Now the applicant will be asked to make payment of rupees 300
• The application will be sent to the local police station or the superintendent of the police where the application will be approved after a verification.
• With a digital footprint, a block chain will be created and the applicant will receive an SMS notification upon the completion of the process