A Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) is an official document issued after a background check by the police or the relevant government authority. It states whether the applicant has any criminal record.
When do you need a PCC?
- Employment — many employers ask for police verification before hiring.
- Security agencies — guards and supervisors are verified before deployment, and owners and directors are verified as part of the PSARA licence process.
- Visas and immigration — for work, study or residence abroad (issued through the Passport Seva system).
- Tenant verification, licences and other official purposes.
Two common types
- Passport PCC — for going abroad; applied through the Passport Seva portal.
- Local police verification / character certificate — for jobs and local purposes; applied with the State police service.
Documents usually required
- Identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN, voter ID or passport).
- Current address proof and, where needed, previous address details.
- Recent passport-size photograph.
- Purpose of the certificate (for example, an employer’s letter).
Tip: Make sure your name and address match across all documents — mismatches are the most common reason for delays.
How Rudolf Group helps
We help individuals and security agencies apply for police verification correctly and track the application — including bulk verification for guards before deployment.