About Birth & Death Certificates

A Birth Certificate is a vital document for every individual, serving as a primary proof of identity, age, and nationality. Similarly, a Death Certificate is required to settle legal matters, claim insurance, and establish the date of death. In Uttar Pradesh, these certificates are issued by the Registrar of Births and Deaths, as per the Registration of Births and Deaths Act, 1969.

Key Benefits & Importance

• Birth Certificate: Required for school admission, Aadhaar card, passport, driving license, and marriage registration.
• Death Certificate: Necessary for claiming life insurance, pension benefits, transferring property, and other legal obligations.
• The online application process through the official e-District portal simplifies the procedure and reduces manual hassle.

Eligibility & Timeline

• Birth Registration: Parents or guardians of a newborn can apply. The registration must be done within 21 days of birth for free.
• Death Registration: The head of the family or a close relative can apply. The registration must be done within 21 days of death for free.
• For registrations made after 21 days, a late fee and an affidavit are required.

Required Documents

• For Birth Certificate:
  • Parent's Aadhaar Card/ID Proof.
  • Marriage Certificate of Parents.
  • Hospital discharge summary or certificate.
  • Address Proof.
• For Death Certificate:
  • Applicant's Aadhaar Card/ID Proof.
  • Death declaration from the hospital or a medical practitioner.
  • Address Proof of the deceased.
  • Cremation/Burial Ground receipt.

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1. Visit Portal: Go to the official UP government e-District portal or a designated service portal.
2. New User Registration: If you are a first-time user, register on the portal to create an account.
3. Login: Log in using your credentials.
4. Select Service: Choose the "Birth Certificate" or "Death Certificate" service from the list.
5. Fill Form: Fill out the online application form with all the required details accurately.
6. Upload Documents: Scan and upload all necessary documents as specified.
7. Submit & Pay: Submit the application and pay the required fee online (if applicable).
8. Application Number: Note down the application number for future reference and status tracking.

How to Check Status

You can check the status of your application on the same portal:

1. Go to the e-District or Civil Registration Portal.
2. Click on the 'Track Application Status' or a similar option.
3. Enter your application number and submit.
4. The current stage of your application (e.g., under review, approved, sent for delivery) will be displayed.

Official Links

• UP e-District Portal: edistrict.up.gov.in
• Civil Registration System (CRS) Portal: crsorgi.gov.in