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Birth Certificate
Legal document recording the birth of a child — issued by the Registrar of Births & Deaths under the RBD Act, 1969.
Department:Registrar of Births & DeathsMinistry:Ministry of Home AffairsProcessing:7-15 days
Eligibility
- Applicable to all births in India — must be registered within 21 days of birth for free issuance.
Required documents
- Hospital discharge summary / birth notification
- Parents' identity & address proof (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID)
- Parents' marriage certificate (some states)
- Late-registration affidavit if beyond 21 days
Fees
| Item | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Registration within 21 days | Free | — |
| After 21 days (up to 30 days) | ₹ 25 | — |
| After 30 days (up to 1 year) | ₹ 50 | Requires SDM approval |
| After 1 year | ₹ 100 | Requires magistrate order |
How to apply online
- 1
- 2Register as user
- 3Fill birth registration form
- 4Upload supporting documents
- 5Download digital certificatePDF with QR-code and digital signature
Frequently asked
Is birth certificate mandatory?
Yes — required for Aadhaar, passport, school admission, and various government schemes.
Can I get it online without visiting the office?
Yes for births after Oct 2023 registered on CRS; older records may require physical visit.
Verified from official sources.
Rules and fees may change. Always cross-check on the official portal before applying. Last verified: 4 Aug 2026.