Important Information for Applicants who Live in India, Sri Lanka or Nepal

There are two different smart cards: Indian and Western. Which one you should apply for depends on where you live. Those living in India, Sri Lanka or Nepal should apply for the Indian smart card. If you apply for a smart card on this site your application will be rejected, so please do not do so.

Individuals (PWKs) seeking a Smart Card can apply through any of the following methods:

1. Walk-in to Smart Card Office
   • Applicants can directly visit the Smart Card Office.
   • They must fill out the Smart Card application form on-site.
   • Their photograph will be clicked at the office as part of the application process.
2. Apply via Email (smartcard@rvk.in)
   • PWKs can email their application details to the Smart Card Office.
   • The email should include:
     • Duly filled Smart Card application form
     • Passport-size photograph (clear, recent)
3. Contact via Landline
   • For any queries or assistance, applicants may call the Smart Card Office landline: 011-35009214
4. Bulk Submissions (More than 2 PWKs)
   • If submitting applications for more than two individuals, details can be sent in an Excel sheet format.
   • The Excel must be accompanied by individual passport-size photographs for each applicant.
   • This method is ideal for center representatives or district coordinators submitting multiple entries at once.
5. Important Notes for First-Time Applicants:
   • The form must be signed and stamped by a Center Representative affiliated with Raj Vidya Kender (RVK)
   • If the applicant is not in contact with any representative, they may still send the form.
   • The Smart Card Office will coordinate with the Propagation Support Office (PSO) to verify and validate the details.
6. Form Submission Requirements:
   • Forms must be complete and accurate.
   • Ensure all required fields are filled, and photographs are recent and clear.
   • You can download the smart Card Application form here.