Duplicate Pass Book can be obtained in case of the original pass
book being
lost / spoilt / destroyed.
If the Pass Book is lost /
destroyed, the depositor should present an application
in the
form prescribed for the purpose. A fee of Rs.10/- should
be paid at the
time of applying. The fee is payable in the
form of postage stamps affixed
to the application.
If
the Pass Book is spoilt, the same should be presented alongwith
the application.
A manuscript application is allowed in this
case.
Duplicate Pass Books are issued only after confirming the
genuineness of the
application and verification of the depositor's identity,
signature and the
account balance.
In
case the original Pass Book is submitted after issue of Duplicate
Pass Book,
transactions are not entered in the original Pass Book. It is treated
as cancelled
and retained by the Post Office.
