You can get your marriage certificate from the comfort of your home. The entire online application process takes only about five minutes. This guide will walk you through the exact steps to apply for your marriage certificate using the official government portal.
Accessing the Official Portal
The first step is to open Google on your phone or laptop. On this official government portal of India, you can apply for various schemes and documents. In the search bar on the portal, you will begin the application process.
Finding the Marriage Certificate Application
In the portal’s search bar, type “Marriage Certificate” and execute the search. This will display links for applying in various states. If you do not see your state on the first page of results, check the second, third, or fourth pages, as links for all states like Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Jharkhand are available. Click on the link corresponding to your state.
Starting Your Application
After clicking your state’s link, the official application page will open. Here, you will need to provide some initial details:
- Select your District from the list.
- Choose your local governing body, whether it is a Corporation, Municipality, or Gram Panchayat.
- Once you have made your selections, click “Submit.”
Filling the Memorandum of Marriage Form
The Memorandum of Marriage form will now appear. In the “Registration Unit” field, select “Main Office.” Proceed to fill in your address details, including your street, locality, and city or village.
You will need to upload a joint photograph of the couple (marriage photo) at the top of this form.
Entering Bridegroom and Bride Details
The form requires detailed information for both the groom (Bridegroom) and the bride.
Groom’s Information (Var): You must provide the groom’s full name, mother’s name, father’s name, and religion. You also need to state his marital status at the time of the wedding (e.g., unmarried, divorced), his age at marriage, Aadhaar number, and residential address. Additional details include his office address, phone number, occupation, email, and educational qualifications. You will also need to upload the groom’s individual photograph here.
Bride’s Information (Vadhu): Next, you will fill in the same set of details for the bride. This includes her full name, parents’ names, address as per her Aadhaar card, and all other personal and contact information as required for the groom. An individual photograph of the bride must also be uploaded in her section. After filling in all the details for both individuals, click the “Forward” button.
Providing Witness Information
A marriage registration requires two witnesses from the groom’s side and two witnesses from the bride’s side.
For each of the four witnesses, you must provide their:
- Full Name
- Father’s Name
- Aadhaar Number
- Occupation
- Relationship to the bride or groom
- Age
- Residential Address
- A photograph
First, fill in the details and upload the photos for the two witnesses from the groom’s side. Then, do the same for the two witnesses from the bride’s side. Once all witness information is complete, click “Forward.”
Uploading Supporting Documents
This is the final stage of the application where you upload the necessary documents. The fields marked with a star are mandatory.
- Marriage Invitation Card: Upload a copy of your wedding invitation card.
- Proof of Age: Upload a proof of age document for both the bride and the groom. This can be a birth certificate or a school certificate (SSL C).
- Proof of Address: Upload a proof of address for both individuals. You can use a ration card, telephone bill, electricity bill, or Aadhaar card. It is recommended to upload each person’s Aadhaar card.
- Passport: If available, a passport can be uploaded, but this is not a mandatory document.
After uploading all the required files, click “Forward.”
Final Review and Submission
A preview of your entire application will be displayed on the screen. Carefully review all the information you have entered to ensure it is accurate. Once you have confirmed that all details are correct, click the “Final Submit” button.
What to Expect After Applying
After you submit the form, you will be issued a registration number. You can use this number to check the status and download your marriage certificate from the same portal after approximately seven days. In some cases, the physical certificate may also be delivered to your home address via post.
