This is a step-by-step guide on how to create a birth certificate online using your mobile phone. You can follow these instructions to apply for a Date of Birth Certificate for yourself or your child directly from home.
The National Portal for Birth Certificates
The Government of India has launched a unified portal, the Civil Registration System (CRS), for applying for birth and death certificates. This “One Nation, One Birth/Death Certificate” portal allows residents from all states across the country to apply online. Previously, this process was often offline or handled by different state-specific portals. Now, the entire process is online and centralized, similar to applying for an Aadhaar or Ayushman card.
To begin, you need to open Google on your phone or laptop and type “CRS ORG”. Click on the first link for the Civil Registration System to access the portal.
Creating Your Account (Sign Up)
Once on the portal, you will see an option for “Apply For Death & Birth Certificate”. To create an account, click on the menu icon (three lines) and select “General Public” from the options.
You will need to sign up by providing your details. This includes your first name, middle name, last name, and gender (Male/Female). You will also need to enter your date of birth, village details, mobile number, and email ID. This sign-up process is very quick.
Logging into the Portal
After signing up, you need to log in. Use the mobile number or email ID you registered with. You will see a simple math question (e.g., 14 + 14) that you need to solve and enter the answer in the box. After clicking “Login,” an OTP (One-Time Password) will be sent to your registered mobile number. Enter this OTP to complete the login process.
Starting a New Birth Certificate Application
Once you are logged in, you will see a dashboard. To start the application, look for a menu icon with three lines next to the first letter of your name at the top of the page. Click on this menu.
From the dropdown options, select “Birth.” A new set of options will appear. Click on the third option, “Report Birth,” to open the birth registration form.
Filling the Application Form: Legal Information
The application form has a few sections. The first section is for “Legal Information.”
First, select your state from the list; all states in India are available. The primary language will default to English, and a secondary language (like Hindi for Uttar Pradesh or Marathi for Maharashtra) will be automatically selected based on your state.
Next, provide the child’s information. This includes the date of birth (select from the calendar), confirmation of the date of birth, and the exact time of birth. Select the child’s gender (Male or Female). If the child has an Aadhaar number, you can enter it; otherwise, you can leave this field blank.
If a name has been decided for the child, enter the first, middle, and last name. The name will automatically appear in the secondary language as well. If the name has not been decided yet, tick the corresponding box; the name can be updated later. You will need to confirm the child’s name by entering it again.
After this, provide the father’s information, including his name, mobile number, email ID, and Aadhaar number. Then, enter the mother’s information, including her name, mobile number, email, and Aadhaar number.
Finally, you must provide the address of the parents at the time of the child’s birth. Select the state, district, sub-district, and village or town. Enter the PIN code, building/house number, and street name. If you are in a village without a formal house number, you can enter any relevant details. Also, provide the permanent address of the parents, which is typically the address listed on their Aadhaar card. After filling everything, click “Next.”
Filling the Application Form: Statistical Information
After successfully saving the legal information, you will move to the “Statistical Information” section. Here, you need to provide details about the parents, such as their religion, education level, and occupation.
This section also requires other personal information. As you scroll down, you will see a section for “Other Information.”
Uploading Documents
In this step, you must upload supporting documents. You will need to provide an “Address Proof of the Place of Birth.” You can select and upload a document like an Aadhaar card or Voter ID card belonging to one of the parents.
Additionally, you must upload a second document in support of the claim. You can use another document like a PAN card. After selecting and uploading both documents, click “Next.”
Final Review and Submission
After the statistical information is saved successfully, the system will show you a preview of all the details you have entered. First, it will display the “Legal Information.” Review it carefully. If you need to make any changes, use the “Edit” option, as you will not get another chance. If everything is correct, scroll down and click “Next.”
Next, the system will show a preview of the “Statistical Information.” Review these details as well and click “Next.”
On the final page, you must tick a confirmation box. Once you have ticked the box, click the “Submit” button to complete your application.
After You Apply
Upon submission, you will receive an application number. The application will be sent for online approval at the district and block levels. The maximum time for this process is typically 28 days.
Once approved, the birth certificate may be sent to your home by post or delivered through your local Anganwadi center. You can also download the certificate online. To do this, log in to the portal and check the “Self Reported Application” section. This is how you can successfully create a birth certificate from home.
