Why you need it: You need it for ration, pensions, scholarships, many certificates on the Saral portal and most Haryana welfare schemes.
Step by step
- Go to the Meri Parivar portal (meraparivar.haryana.gov.in), or visit a Common Service Centre (CSC) or Saral Kendra.
- Enter the details of every family member, linked to their Aadhaar.
- Submit the self-declared details; income and other details are verified.
- Download your Family ID once it is generated, and keep it updated when someone is born, married or moves.
What to keep ready
- Aadhaar for every family member
- Mobile number linked to Aadhaar
- Bank account details
- Proof of address in Haryana
Tips
- Check your Family ID details carefully. Wrong income figures can affect eligibility for schemes.
- Corrections are made on the same portal, or at a CSC.
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 get a Family ID (Parivar Pehchan Patra)?
Government of Haryana (Citizen Resources Information Department). Online: meraparivar.haryana.gov.in.
What documents do I need?
Aadhaar for every family member; Mobile number linked to Aadhaar; Bank account details; Proof of address in Haryana.
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