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Marriage Certificate in Maharashtra: Eligibility, Documents Required, and Procedure

If you’re planning to get married in Maharashtra, India, you’ll need to obtain a marriage certificate. This legal document serves as proof of your marriage and is required for purposes such as applying for a passport, visa, joint bank accounts, or legal name changes.

Eligibility Criteria

• Groom must be at least 21 years old, Bride must be 18 years old.
• Both must be mentally and physically fit for marriage.
• Both must not be within prohibited degree of relationship.
• Neither should be married to someone else at the time of application.

Documents Required

1. Marriage Memorandum: Information on Form D must be accurate.
2. Age Proof (any one, attested):
   • Birth Certificate
   • School/College Leaving Certificate
   • Passport
   • Domicile Certificate
3. Residence Proof (any one, attested) for both bride and groom:
   • Ration Card
   • Election Card
   • Electricity/Telephone Bill (in applicant’s name)
   • Passport / Aadhaar Card
4. Other IDs: Aadhaar Number, PAN, GST (if available)
5. Witnesses' Address Proof (1/2/3 witnesses):
   • Ration Card
   • Electricity or Phone Bill
   • Travel Document / Aadhaar
6. Wedding Invitation Card
7. Priest's Name and Signature (for religious ceremonies)
8. Passport-size Photos of bride and groom (minimum 2 each)
9. For Muslims: Nikahnama (translated to English if in Urdu)
10. If Inter-religious Marriage: Proof of conversion, if applicable

Types of Marriage Registration in Maharashtra

• Special Marriage Act, 1954: Inter-religion or civil marriages
• Hindu Marriage Act, 1955: For Hindus, Buddhists, Sikhs, and Jains
• Form 16: Registration of already solemnized marriage

Offline Procedure

1. Visit your nearest Registrar/Sub-Registrar or Municipal Office
2. Fill out the application form and attach documents
3. Submit with photographs and witness details
4. Pay the applicable fees (₹100 for Hindu Marriage, ₹150 for Special Marriage)
5. Visit on appointment date with originals
6. Receive certificate after verification

Online Procedure via BMC / Local Municipal Portal

1. Go to https://portal.mcgm.gov.in
2. Fill in the Marriage Registration form
3. Get a registration number
4. Make initial payment online
5. Visit ward office on appointment day with documents
6. Upon approval, make final payment to get digitally signed certificate

Online Process via IGR Maharashtra (Department of Registration and Stamps)

This system allows couples to file notice/application online under the Special Marriage Act without visiting the marriage office initially.

1. Visit: https://aaplesarkar.mahaonline.gov.in/en/Login/Certificate_Documents?ServiceId=2495
2. Select district and marriage office
3. Create login and enter details of bride and groom
4. Upload scanned documents and photos
5. Verify Aadhaar using UIDAI
6. Preview application summary
7. Get reference number and track status
8. Marriage Officer reviews and approves after Aadhaar verification
9. Pay online notice fee and get digitally signed receipt
10. After 30 days, visit office for solemnization and collect certificate

Fees and Timelines

• Standard Certificate: ₹100 – Issued within 7 days
• Tatkal Certificate: ₹200 – Issued within 24 hours
• Late registration: ₹50 to ₹500 penalty depending on delay

Quick Links

• 🔗 Apply on MahaOnline
• 🔗 Apply via IGR Maharashtra Portal
• 🔗 Apply on BMC Portal (Mumbai)

⚠️ Important Notes

• Marriage must be registered within 90 days of solemnization.
• All documents must be in English or Marathi and self-attested.
• Originals should be carried for verification on appointment day.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. Please verify details with official Maharashtra government portals.