A rental agreement is a legal document that serves as a contract between the landlord and the tenant. It outlines the terms and conditions of the tenancy, including the rent amount, security deposit, term of the agreement, maintenance and repairs, termination and renewal, and other important clauses.

You will require the following documents for passport police verification: Proof of identity: Aadhar card, voter ID, PAN card, or any other government-issued ID. Proof of address: Utility bills, rent agreement, or any document verifying the applicant’s current residence

As per the official website of Passport Seva, Indian Government , Rent Agreement is a valid residential proof. Also, the below circular clearly states that both registered and unregistered rent agreements are equally valid.

The landlord of the property keeps the original copy of the rental agreement. However, the tenant will have the xerox of the rental agreement copy as it helps the tenant to go through the agreement terms in case of disputes