About the Certificate Application

The **Birth and Death Certificate** is a crucial legal document that serves as proof of a person's birth or death. In Uttarakhand, these events must be registered with the relevant local authority, such as a Nagar Nigam, Nagar Panchayat, or Gram Panchayat, within 21 days of occurrence. The state's **e-District** and **Apuni Sarkar** portals have digitized this process, allowing citizens to apply and download certificates online.

Online Application Process

The application process is simple and can be completed from home. Follow these steps to apply for a certificate:

1. Register on the Portal: Visit the official e-District or Apuni Sarkar portal and create a user account if you don't already have one.
2. Select the Service: Log in and navigate to the "Birth & Death Registration" section.
3. Fill the Application Form: Fill out the online application form with all the required details, such as the date and place of birth/death, parent's names, and address.
4. Upload Documents: Scan and upload the necessary documents. For births, this includes a hospital discharge certificate, and for deaths, it includes a medical certificate of death.
5. Submit and Pay: Submit the application and pay the required fee online. You will receive an application number to track the status.

Required Documents

The following documents are typically required for the application:

• For a Birth Certificate: Hospital certificate of birth, proof of parents' identity and address, and marriage certificate of parents.
• For a Death Certificate: Medical Certificate of Cause of Death (from the hospital/doctor), and proof of identity of the deceased and the applicant.
• For Late Registration: If the event is not registered within 21 days, an affidavit and an order from a competent authority may be required.

Official Portals & Links

• e-District Portal Uttarakhand: edistrict.uk.gov.in
• Apuni Sarkar Portal: eservices.uk.gov.in
• Medical Health Department, Uttarakhand: health.uk.gov.in/scheme/birth-death-registration/