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How to Apply for Addition of Weapons to an Arms License in Punjab

This guide provides a detailed process for applying for the addition of weapons to an arms license in Punjab. Follow these steps to fill out the application form, gather necessary documents, and submit them correctly.

Step 1: Obtain the Application Form

You can download the application form from the official Punjab government website or access it directly here.

Step 2: Fill Out the Application Form

For Official Use Only Section

• Application Number: (Leave this blank; it will be filled by the office)
• Date of Application: (Leave this blank; it will be filled by the office)
• Name of Block & Tehsil: (Leave this blank; it will be filled by the office)

Part 1: Personal Details

Personal Data of Licensee or Responsible Person

• Name *
• Father’s Name *
• Mother’s Name *
• Date of Birth *
• Age:
• Gender:
  • Male
  • Female
  • Transgender
• Marital Status:
  • Married
  • Unmarried
  • Divorced
  • Separated
  • Widowed
• Spouse Name (Only in case of Married, Separated, and Widowed)
• Contact Number *
• Email ID:
• Region:
  • Rural
  • Urban
• Permanent Address *
• PIN Code *
• Sub District/Tehsil *
• District *
• State *
• Village (In case of Rural Region only) *
• Correspondence address same as permanent address (Yes/No)
• Address of Correspondence
• PIN Code *
• Sub District *
• District *
• State *
• Village (In case of Rural Region only) *

Part 2: Service Details

• License Number *
• Category of License:
  • Individual
  • Sports Person
  • Member of Rifle Club/Association
  • Company/Bank
• Address of the branch or representative office by which the application is being filed (In case address of the organization is changed after the last service taken of license, then first apply for change of address service)
• License Validity date
• Area Validity of License:
  • District (of Punjab Only)
  • State
  • All India
  • Names (in case of District and State):___________________________
• Nearest Police Station (In case of Individual/Sports Person/Member of Rifle Association, it is the police station corresponding to Present address. In case of company/bank/organization, it is the police station corresponding to the address of the representative company)

Existing Weapon Details

For each weapon:

• Weapon Category (Purchase Period = PP)
• Weapon Type
• Weapon Bore
• Weapon Sr. no. / In case weapon is not entered then write PP Valid Till date

Details of New Weapons to be Added

For each new weapon:

• Weapon Category: Mandatory/Optional
• Weapon Type: Rifle (Carbine)/Gun/Revolver/Pistol
• Weapon Bore
• Reason for addition of weapon
• Claims for special consideration for acquisition of additional firearm

Part 3: List of Required Documents

Please tick (√) the document attached:

1. Identification cum Residence proof (Licensee or Responsible Person):
   • Aadhar Card
   • Passport
   • Voter’s Identification Card
   • Driving License
   • Valid Govt. ID Card
2. Copy of Arms license
3. Self-Declaration
4. Any other attachment (Optional)

Step 3: Declaration and Self-Declaration

You must declare that the information provided is correct and true to your knowledge and that any false information will render the application liable for punishment under section 30 of the Arms Act, 1959.

Self-Declaration Format

• Name:
• Father’s Name:
• Permanent Address:
• Arms License Number:
• Weapon Details (Current and New Additions):
• Criminal Case Status:
• Assurance of Non-Misuse:
• No Use in Marriage or Celebrations:
• True Declaration:

Step 4: Submit the Application

Once you have filled out the application form and gathered all the required documents, submit the form to the relevant authority.