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Death Certificate
Official record of a person's death, required for legal and financial formalities.
Overview
A Death Certificate is the legal record of a person's death issued by the local registrar. It is essential for settling estates, insurance and pension claims, and updating official records.
What it’s used for
- Settlement of property and inheritance
- Insurance and pension claims
- Closure of accounts and records
Who can apply
- Applicant: Family member or next of kin of the deceased
Required documents
- Medical certificate of cause of death
- Aadhaar / ID of the deceased
- Applicant's ID proof
- Proof of relationship(optional)
How to apply
- 1Report the death to the local registrar within 21 days, ideally
- 2Submit the death reporting form with the medical certificate
- 3Provide identity proof of the deceased and applicant
- 4Pay the applicable fee (late fee may apply after the deadline)
- 5Collect the registered death certificate
Frequently asked
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