Hindu Marriage Registration in Delhi

Hindu Marriage Registration procedure in Delhi 

In Delhi, Hindu marriages can be registered under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. Here is the procedure to register a Hindu marriage in Delhi:Application: The first step is to fill out an application form for marriage registration. The form is available online on the Delhi Government website or at the office of the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of your area.

• Required Documents: The following documents are required for marriage registration in Delhi:

• Passport size photographs of the bride and groom
• Aadhaar card or any other proof of identity of both the parties
• Proof of address of both the parties
• Date of birth proof of both the parties (birth certificate or school certificate)
• Marriage invitation card or a joint affidavit by the bride and groom confirming the marriage date and place of marriage
• Divorce decree/order (if any) in case of a previous marriage
• Death certificate of the spouse (if any)
• Verification: Once you submit the application and the required documents, the SDM will verify the documents and conduct an inquiry to ensure that there are no legal hindrances to the marriage.
• Declaration: Both the parties will have to make a declaration confirming that they are not related to each other and that they are getting married with their free consent.

Registration: If the SDM is satisfied with the documents and the inquiry, the marriage will be registered and a certificate will be issued.

Fees: The fee for marriage registration in Delhi is Rs. 500/-.

Note: The marriage registration process should be completed within 60 days of the marriage.

• Application form in the prescribed format with the prescribed fee. 
• Passport Size Photographs of Marrying Persons
• Residential Proof of Marrying Persons.
• Date of Birth Proof of Marrying Persons.
• Residential Proof and PAN Card of Two Witnesses
• Death certificate or divorce decree whichever is applicable, in case one of the parties had any marriages in the past