score:1
Yes, if you are applying in a location where the βKeep My Passport When Applyingβ service is available. After enrolling your biometrics and submitting your visa application, this allows you to keep your passport until the UK embassy makes a decision regarding your visa, one way or the other. Once the decision is made, you will be called once again to complete the procedures as required by the embassy.
https://www.vfsglobal.com/en/individuals/article-uk-visa-guide.html