Are you hunting for the authentic way of getting a domicile certificate?

This blog is dedicated to you. You can get through it and administer the related challenges.

What is a domicile certificate?

The domicile certificate is a valid proof of one’s residency in a particular city or state of a country. Let’s say, you live in Delhi for 5 years. How can you prove that you’re a citizen of this metropolitan city?

It’s where this certificate proves its viability. This certificate, in writing, proves that you are the citizen of Delhi. Its necessity arises when you want to claim multiple government services, perks and schemes by the state.

Why should you have it?

The domicile certificate, as foregone, is provided with a concrete support to claim government facilities and schemes. It validates the preference of the locals in many situations. You can also avail:

• Residence-based reservation in educational institutes, railways and other government jobs
• Scholarship based on city
• Loan, as it is treated as a proof of place or residence.

Who can be eligible to apply for this certificate?

• The applicant must be living in the state for the past three years.
• He/she should own a house or land in that state.
• His/ her name should be integrated into the list of voters.
• A female applicant, who is married, can apply for this certificate in the state where she lives with her husband.

Which documents are required to get it?

• A duly filled domicile application form attested by Class I gazette officer in Delhi or central government
• Aadhaar Card or any of these photo identity proofs-PAN Card/ Passport/ Driving Licence/ Voter Card (In case you don’t have Aadhar Card)
• Notarized affidavit in a requisite format (The major, like father or mother, can provide affidavit in case you’re applying for the minor one)
• The recent photograph of the applicant
• Address proofs, such as the Voter Card, Electricity Bill, Water Bill or Telephone Bill etc..
• Birth proof (birth certificate/ school certificate or passport)
• Proof of residency where you live for the past three consecutive years, such as Education Certificate, Electricity Bill, House Tax or Water Bill etc..
• Phone number/ Contact number
• Copy of ID Card of Class I gazetted officer who has attested the application form

It is noteworthy that the aforementioned documents should be verified by the Class I gazette officer for proving authenticity.

How can you get this certificate online and from the SDM office?

1. From SDM Office:

If the person is in a capacity of visiting the SDM office, he/she can approach the SDM office in the nearby location. Alternatively, he/she can visit the concerned Deputy Commissioner of that area. The application is entertained during working hours, i.e. 10 A.M. to 01:00 P.M., of week days.

You can visit the office with the downloaded & duly attested form and documents.

2. Online application: This method is viable for those who have this facility available online in their state. Therefore, I’ve taken the case of Delhiites.

• Visit the official website of the Delhi Government, i.e. https://edistrict.delhigovt.nic.in/
• Hover over the right pane wherein “Apply for Certificates Online” option is available.
• Select that option from the Home page.
• Create a log in while registering with the website.
• Input the Aadhar Card Number. Create a password and then, type the code to move on.
• As you get registered, log into the website with the credentials.
• Click on the “Apply for services” given under the “Apply Online” pop down.
• The successful login will lead to “Form for Displaying Services at Citizen Dashboard for Applying Online”.
• Select “Issuance of Domicile Certificate” and click “Apply” tab.
• The click will proceed to a form. Fill it completely while inputting authentic details.
• Upload all supporting documents and then, hit the “submit” tab.
• The successful submission will pop an acknowledgement number on the screen. Take its print screen or screenshot. Save it.

What is the response time of the authority?

You will get a response within 14 days from the date of application. However, the application process may be different in case of diverse states. But mostly, the authority issues it within a fortnight.

How can you download that certificate?

• Visit the link: https://edistrict.delhigovt.nic.in/in/en/Public/DownloadVerifyCertificate.html
• Select the certificate you have applied for from the dropdown.
• Enter 14-digit application number.
• Type date of birth in the next field.
• After typing the required security code, push the “continue” tab.
• Download your domicile certificate.