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Domicile / Residence Certificate
A certificate from the state revenue department that shows you are a resident of the state. It is needed for state quota admissions, state jobs and some schemes.
Official fees
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Most states | Free to ₹60, see state table |
To confirm Some figures are from secondary sources. Confirm on the official portal before paying.
Documents to keep ready
- Aadhaar or other photo ID
- Proof of residence for the required years, e.g. ration card, school records, utility bills
- Birth certificate or school leaving certificate
- Passport size photo
- Self declaration or affidavit where the state asks for it
How to apply
- Log in to your state portal or visit a service centre
- Pick domicile, residence or nativity certificate
- Fill in address and years of stay
- Upload proofs and pay the fee if any
- Attend verification by the revenue officer if called
- Download the digitally signed certificate
By state
Fees and portals differ by state. These are the official portals for the states we cover.
| State | Fee | Time | Where to apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | Free | 21 days | edistrict.delhigovt.nic.inNeeds proof of 3 years continuous stay in Delhi; issued by SDM |
| Maharashtra | Small fee shown on portal | 15 days | Aaple SarkarCalled Age, Nationality and Domicile Certificate; issued by Tahsildar |
| West Bengal | Free | 20 days | edistrict.wb.gov.inResidential or domicile certificate issued by SDO or ADM |
| Tamil Nadu | ₹60 | Not published | TN e-SevaiNativity or residence certificate issued by Tahsildar |
| Karnataka | ₹25 plus service charge | Not published | NadakacheriResidence certificate issued by Tahsildar |
| Telangana | ₹45 | Not published | MeeSevaResidence certificate issued by Tahsildar after VRO check |
| Gujarat | Free online; small charge at Jan Seva Kendra | Not published | digitalgujarat.gov.inIssued by Mamlatdar through Jan Seva Kendra |
Good to know
- Check how many years of stay your college or exam needs before applying
- Tamil Nadu calls it a nativity certificate; Karnataka and Telangana call it a residence certificate
- Private sites charge extra; apply on the state portal or a government service centre
Common questions
Is a domicile certificate the same as a residence certificate?
Most states use them for the same purpose, proving you live in the state. Some exams ask for a specific format, so read their notice.
How many years of stay are needed?
It differs by state. Delhi asks for 3 years of continuous residence. Admission rules may ask for more.
Can I hold domicile of two states?
No. You should hold a domicile certificate of only one state at a time.
Sources: revenue.delhi.gov.in chanda.nic.in wbxpress.com (secondary) g.indiacustomercare.com (secondary) g.indiacustomercare.com (secondary)
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