Thanks for your quick replies.
The following language on CKGS' website got me confused (
http://www.in.ckgs.us/pio.shtml)
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OCI in lieu of PIO card:
- Existing valid PIO cardholders must apply for OCI card under OCI in lieu of PIO card category.
- Consular fee for this OCI category is Gratis.
- Applicants will be required to pay CKGS service fee, Indian Community Welfare Fund Fee (ICWF) and fee for any other optional services availed.
- Initially for a period of 3 months until 17 June, 2015, submission of the application for OCI card in lieu of PIO card will be voluntary.
- However, after the initial period of 3 months from 18 June 2015, it will be made mandatory.
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