Death Certificate
Register a death and obtain a death certificate through the state Civil Registration System, which must be reported to the local Registrar within 21 days of the death.
Required Documents
Step-by-Step Process
1
Report the Death
The hospital, if the death occurred there, usually reports it to the Registrar; for deaths at home, a family member must report it within 21 days.
2
Obtain Medical Certification
Get the medical certificate of cause of death from the attending doctor or hospital, required for registration.
3
Apply via the CRS Portal
Submit the death registration application online through your state's Civil Registration System or e-District portal.
4
Registrar Verification
The Registrar verifies the reported details, especially for deaths not reported by a hospital.
5
Download the Certificate
Once registered, the death certificate can be downloaded online or collected from the municipal office.
Pro Tips & Warnings
- Reporting within 21 days keeps the process free and simple; delayed registration (after 1 year) requires a magistrate's order.
- Multiple certified copies are often needed for insurance claims, property transfer, and bank account closure - request extra copies at registration.
- Make sure the deceased's name matches exactly across the certificate, Aadhaar, and other legal/financial documents to avoid issues later.