HYDERABAD, June 17, 2025 – Indian citizens can now obtain birth certificates entirely online through a streamlined national portal, eliminating physical visits to government offices. The Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Act, 2023, has revolutionized the process, making birth certificates the sole mandatory document for essential services like passports, school admissions, and Aadhaar registration.
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Why Birth Certificates Matter
A birth certificate serves as India’s foundational identity document, enabling:
- Education: School/college admissions.
- Employment: Government job applications.
- Legal Proof: Passport issuance, marriage registration, property inheritance.
- Social Benefits: Access to subsidies, voter ID, and healthcare schemes.
Without it, citizens face admission denials, travel restrictions, and legal hurdles.
Updated Requirements (2025)
Submit these digitally via the Civil Registration System (CRS) portal:
- Child’s Proof: Hospital discharge summary (for institutional births) or sworn affidavit (home births).
- Parental IDs: Aadhaar, PAN, voter ID, or passport.
- Address Verification: Electricity bill, ration card, or bank statement.
- Supplementary: Parents’ marriage certificate (optional but recommended).
Note: For births older than 15 years, affidavits and school records suffice under the 2023 Amendment Act.
Step-by-Step Online Application
- Portal Access: Visit crsorgi.gov.in or your state’s birth registration website.
- Registration: Create an account using a mobile number and email ID.
- Form Submission: Enter the child’s name, birth date/location, and parental details.
- Upload Documents: Attach scanned copies in PDF/JPEG format (max 2 MB each).
- Fee Payment: Pay via UPI, credit/debit card, or net banking.
- Tracking: Use the acknowledgment number to monitor application status.
Processing Time: 3-7 working days; certificates download directly from the portal.
Offline Alternative
- Visit the Municipal Corporation (urban) or Gram Panchayat (rural).
- Submit physical copies of documents.
- Pay fees at the office counter.
- Collect the certificate after verification (typically 7-10 days).
Fee Structure Across Key States
| State | Standard Fee | Late Fee (After 21 Days) |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka | ₹50 | ₹100–500 |
| Telangana | ₹45 (GHMC) | ₹35 + ₹5/year delay |
| Andhra Pradesh | ₹30 | ₹50–200 |
| Uttar Pradesh | ₹5 | ₹10–500 |
| Maharashtra | ₹100 | ₹200–1,000 |
Note: First copy is free if registered within 21 days of birth.
State-Specific Highlights
Telangana:
- Apply via the Unified Birth and Death Portal or MeeSeva centers.
- Same-day issuance at MeeSeva; courier delivery in 5 days.
Andhra Pradesh:
- Submit Form 2 at Municipal offices (urban) or Mandal Revenue Offices (rural).
- Mandatory registration within 21 days.
2023 Amendment Act: Key Changes
- Birth certificates are now the only document needed for passports, driver’s licenses, and school enrollments.
- Late registrations simplified: No court orders required for births older than 15 years.
- National Database: Centralized tracking reduces fraud and delays.
- Name Addition: Submit child’s name until December 31, 2024, without penalties.
Corrections & Interstate Applications
- Errors? Fix name/date/place mistakes online by uploading notarized affidavits.
- Living Abroad? NRIs apply via crsorgi.gov.in regardless of birthplace in India.
“The online system ensures every Indian, whether in Delhi or California, can access their birth rights seamlessly,” stated a Health Ministry official.
Reported by Munsif News 24×7