In 2025, the process for birth certificate correction in India will follow the guidelines set by the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Act, 2023 and state-specific rules. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
Steps for Birth Certificate Correction (2025)
- Identify the Error Type
- Minor errors (spelling mistakes, minor details) → Local Municipal Authority
- Major changes (name, date of birth, parent’s name) → Court/Magistrate Order may be required.
- Documents Required
- Original birth certificate
- Proof of correct details (School records, Aadhaar, Passport, Hospital records, etc.)
- Affidavit for name/DOB change (if applicable)
- Address proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, etc.)
- Parents’ ID proof (if correction involves parents’ details)
- Court order (for major changes in some states)
- Application Process
- Online Method (if available in your state):
- Visit the state’s birth certificate portal (e.g., CRC Karnataka, TNRD Tamil Nadu).
- Select “Correction in Birth Certificate”.
- Fill the form, upload documents, pay fees (if any), and submit.
- Track status online and get the corrected certificate.
- Offline Method:
- Visit the Municipal Corporation/Registrar’s Office where the birth was registered.
- Submit the application form with supporting documents.
- Pay the correction fee (varies by state).
- After verification, the corrected certificate will be issued.
- Online Method (if available in your state):
- Court Order (If Required)
- For major changes (like DOB or parent’s name), file a petition in the local court/SDM (Sub-Divisional Magistrate).
- Publish a notice in a newspaper (if required).
- Submit the court order to the birth registrar for correction.
- Verification & Issuance
- Authorities verify documents.
- The corrected certificate is issued (usually within 15–30 days).
Important Notes
- Fees: Vary by state (₹100–₹2000 depending on the correction type).
- Time Limit: Some states allow corrections within 1–5 years without court orders; beyond that, legal steps may be needed.
- State-Specific Rules: Check your state’s birth registration website for exact steps.
State-wise Online Portals
- Maharashtra: https://aaplesarkar.mahaonline.gov.in
- Delhi: https://edistrict.delhigovt.nic.in
- UP: https://edistrict.up.gov.in
- Kerala: https://cr.lsgkerala.gov.in
For legal name/DOB changes, consult a lawyer for Gazette Publication & Court Order.
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