Marriage certificate Punjab

If you want to apply for a marriage certificate in Punjab, you can do it online or offline. Couples can register their marriage through the eNagar portal or at the Registrar’s office. The marriage is registered under the Hindu Marriage Act or the Special Marriage Act. You need to fill out form, submit documents, give biometrics, and bring witness. Before applying, it is important to know the complete process, required documents, and other details.

Marriage Certificate Punjab

A marriage certificate in Punjab is not just a certificate, it is legal proof of your marriage. It is important because it:

• Is required for passport and visa applications.
• Helps in changing your name on PAN Card or Aadhaar.
• Allows you to claim government benefits and insurance as a couple.
• Gives legal protection in matters like inheritance, alimony, or disputes.

Eligibility Criteria for Marriage Registration

To register your marriage in Punjab, both partners need to follow these rules:

• Legal age – Groom must be 21+ and bride must be 18+.
• Marital status – Both must be single. Divorced persons need a divorce decree. Widows/widowers need a death certificate.
• Free consent – Both partners must agree to the marriage willingly and be of sound mind.
• Relationship rule – The couple must not be close blood relatives unless custom allows it.
• Correct marriage law – Hindu Marriage Act, Special Marriage Act, or Anand Marriage Act applies based on religion.
• Punjab residency – Marriage happened in the district, or bride/groom lived there for 30 days.
• Witnesses – 2 witnesses (Hindu Act) or 3 witnesses (Special Act), all 18+ with valid ID.

Required documents for marriage registration

Here are the documents required for marriage registration in Punjab

1. Filled application form – Duly filled and signed by both husband and wife.
2. Address proof – Any one of these in the bride’s or groom’s name –
   Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, Ration Card, or Driving Licence.
3. Wedding photographs – Two photos of the bride and groom taken during the wedding ceremony, in wedding dress.
4. Marriage affidavits – Separate affidavits from both husband and wife in the prescribed format.
5. Proof of age – Documents showing date of birth, preferably the 10th class mark sheet.
6. Witness documents – Three witnesses with their Aadhaar cards and a wedding invitation card.
7. Consent affidavits – Two affidavits stating that the marriage was done willingly and without force (for late registration cases).
8. Death certificate- Required if either spouse is a widow or widower.
9. Divorce decree – Required if either spouse is divorced.

Fees for Marriage Certificate Issuance

For more details you can visit Punjab Govt. website

Marriage certificate Punjab online

• Go to the Punjab Govt. website to apply for marriage certificate.
• Create an account and log in with your username and password.
• Click the Marriage Certificate service from the list of services.
• Fill the online application form, upload scanned documents and photos.
• Submit the form with payment .
• Get tracking number after submission.
• You need to physically visit the Registrar (Sewa Kendra/SDM) on the allotted date with originals for verification.
• After verification, the marriage certificate is issued and you can download it online once ready

Validity of Marriage Certificate

The validity of a marriage certificate in Punjab is eternal. 

Process duration of marriage registration

From the date of application, the full process will take 45 days. 

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