Marriage Certificate Gujarat

Marriage certificate in Gujarat is legal proof of marriage between two people. Supreme Court of India made marriage registration compulsory to protect women’s rights. Marriage certificate also gives many benefits to you as couple. So, you need to apply for marriage certificate. In this blog, we will discuss, how to apply for marriage certificate in Gujarat.

Marriage certificate Gujarat

In Gujarat, you can register marriage under Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 or Special Marriage Act, 1954. It has become compulsory to have valid marriage certificate to prove that you are legally married to someone. Whether you’re applying for passport, visa or updating records, certified marriage document issued by the Gujarat government ensures your marital status is legally recognized.

Eligibility criteria for marriage certificate Gujarat

To get marriage certificate in Gujarat, following eligibility criteria must be fulfilled:

• Bride’s minimum age should be 18 years old and Groom’s minimum age should be at least 21 years old.
• Marriage must have been solemnized in Gujarat or one of the partners must be a resident of Gujarat.
• Marriage should not be prohibited under law.

Documents required for marriage certificate Gujarat

You need to submit following documents with application, attested by Gazetted Officer or Notary Public.

• Original marriage invitation cards
• Complete application form that must be signed by both husband and wife
• Two passport-sized photographs of both the applicants
• Identity proof of couples, like
  • Pan Card
  • Voter ID
  • Passport
  • Aadhar card

• Address proof of couples, like
  • Electricity bill
  • Telephone bill
  • Ration card
  • Driving licence

• Birth proof of couples, like
  • Birth certificate
  • 10th mark sheet (having DOB on it)

• Two photos of couple in wedding outfits during marriage rituals.
• Witnesses of couple’s marriage
• Individual affidavits of marriage in the described format for husband and wife
• One family photo from wedding.
• Aadhar cards of both husband and wife
• Two affidavits stating both of you want to marry each other without any pressure or threat.

Process for marriage registration Gujarat

You can apply for marriage certificate online in Gujarat by following these steps:

1. Visit the official Gujarat govt web portal
2.  Once the homepage gets loaded, you can choose the language at your convenience.
3. Click on the “Online Services” option.
4. Under this, click on “Registration of Marriage”.
5. On the next page, sign in for your citizen registration.
6. Now, log in again with your username and password. The username must be correct for the marriage certificate online Gujarat. Enter the correct captcha code.
7. New page will appear.  On the left side, under “Marriage Application” click on “Marriage Registration”
8. Fill in the form carefully with all the correct details
9. Upload required documents
10. Pay the application fee
11. Verification at Registrar Office
12. Certificate Issued

Fees for marriage certificate Gujarat

In Gujarat, the applicable fees for marriage certificate are as follows:

Period	Fees
With 30 days from the date of occurrence of marriage.	Rs.5/-
After 30 days from the date of occurrence of marriage.	Rs.100/-

Steps to download marriage certificate in Gujarat 

If you applied online, you can download certificate. If not, you need to visit the Sub‑Registrar Office to collect it in person from local Sub-Registrar Office. If your application is approved then you can download.

• Visit the official Digital Gujarat portal
• Log in using your registered mobile number, email, or Aadhar number.
• After logging in, go to the “My Applications” or “Service History” section.
• Find your submitted application under Marriage Registration service.
• Click on approved application to view status.
• If your application is approved, you will see “Download Certificate” or “View Certificate” option.
• Click button to download your marriage certificate in PDF format.

FAQs

Is it compulsory for the couple to visit registar office in person for marriage registration in Gujarat?

Yes, it is compulsory for both the husband and wife to visit SDM Office personally.

Do I need to pay any fee for downloading the application form from official portal?

No, there is no fee for downloading the application form online.

In how many days will I get the marriage certificate in Gujarat?

There is no fixed timeline to receive marriage certificate. Once registration process is completed, officials issue certificate immediately in Gujarat.

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