Why you need it: Birth certificates are needed for school admission, passports and Aadhaar; death certificates for property and bank matters.
Step by step
- For a hospital birth, the hospital usually registers it. Ask before discharge.
- Download the certificate from the national Civil Registration System portal, or collect it from the registrar.
- For late registration, apply to the registrar with supporting documents.
What to keep ready
- Hospital discharge papers
- Parents’ ID
Tips
- Check the spelling of names before the certificate is issued; corrections later take longer.
Steps and documents can change. Check the official portal before you go, and never pay agents for forms that are free online.
Frequently asked questions
Where do I apply to birth and death certificates?
Registrar of Births and Deaths (Health Department / local body). Online: crsorgi.gov.in.
What documents do I need?
Hospital discharge papers; Parents’ ID.
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