True but in the earlier version, RPO PCC was specifically written as "acceptable"..this was the extract earlier->
"How to obtain a police certificate - India
Do I need to provide a police certificate when applying for permanent residence?
Yes.
How and where do I obtain one?
Local Requests
For districts other than the Punjab:
Applicants should contact the local Senior Superintendent of Police/ Superintendent of Police/ Commissioner or Deputy Commissioner of Police, the Additional Commissioner of Police, or the Station House Officer (
Police clearance certificate issued by the Regional Passport Office are also acceptable.
For residents of the Punjab:
Only the Senior Superintendent of Police or the
Regional Passport Office may sign a Police Clearance Certificate.
Non-Resident Requests
Applicants should contact the Indian embassy or consulate."
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Whereas this is what is written now->
"If you are a citizen of India:
If you live in India:
For residents of Punjab: You can apply to your local Senior Superintendent of Police, or the senior ranking police official at the police station in your District.
For residents of other states: You can apply at your local District Police Station.
For residents of Delhi: You can apply at your local District Police Station or online on the Delhi Police website or on the
Passport India website. The Web site will list what information and documents you need. If you apply online, your certificate will be returned to you electronically.
If you live outside of India:
You can apply at your nearest Indian embassy or consulate."
They have specifically removed references to Passport Office except for Delhi residents...
I hope this is clarified by the VO....