How Application Forms are Accepted?
Before formally accepting, entry clearance applications are examined to ensure that the essential information has been provided. This is usually done by a locally-engaged Entry Clearance Assistant who will check and ensure that:
. the application form is legible and has been filled out in full;
. two passport size photographs are included;
. the applicant's passport is valid.
Third parties, for example MPs, solicitors, relatives, immigrant organisations and established travel agents can submit entry clearance applications on behalf of applicant.

Note: An application is not considered valid unless accompanied by the appropriate fee in Indian currency.       
An applicant whose passport contains names of dependants aged less than 16 years may apply on one application form. If the application includes dependants, their particulars should be entered in the form and photographs submitted. If the names on the passport are of dependants aged 16 years or over, a separate application form must be completed for each dependant. All dependants who are traveling must pay the appropriate fee whether or not they are included in the main applicant's passport.

Undertaking by the Applicant
An ECG will make sure that the applicant is genuinely seeking entry for the period and the purpose stated. An applicant should give an undertaking to this effect by completing the relevant part of the application form.

Undertakings from Sponsors, MPs etc.
Applications for entry clearance which are supported by undertakings from a sponsor, Member of Parliament or other third party can also be accepted. In such cases, the undertaking shall be only in respect of maintenance and accommodation. Any other undertaking from a sponsor or any third party is unenforceable and no such undertakings will be sought by ECOs nor offers to provide one will be accepted. If such an undertaking is provided by the applicant as an accompanying document to his application, the same may be considered as a factor, but without extra weightage.

Note:
1. Failure by the sponsor to provide an undertaking on maintenance and accommodation when requested is, a ground for refusal.
2. Additionally, variation of leave to remain in the UK can be refused by the Home Office if a sponsor subsequently declines to give such an undertaking, or fails to honour one.

Interviews
Application can be processed straightforward without interviewing an applicant if the ECO is satisfied that it is not necessary to establish the applicant's bona fides and intentions. This category is likely to include:­
. regular or frequent visitors;
. business travelers or others whose bona fides are not in doubt; persons recommended by HMG or Indian government (where the ECO is satisfied about sponsorship);