The Ultimate Guide to Marriage Registration Process in Gurugram/Gurgaon
- Ganesh Kunderia
- Jun 27, 2023
- 4 min read
Updated: Jul 28, 2023
A marriage certificate today has become one of the most important documents. It is demanded by many government departments as proof of a relationship. To obtain one, couples need to register their marriage formally with the marriage registrar.
Registering a marriage in Gurgaon/Gurugram is a very complex process. There is a lot of confusion among applicants regarding the exact marriage registration procedure in Gurgaon/Gurugram.
To help applicants in the process of marriage registration in Gurgaon, we are publishing this comprehensive guide to the marriage registration process in Gurgaon/Gurugram. In this guide, you will find answers to all possible queries.
Who Can Register Marriage in Gurgaon/Gurugram?
There are four categories of applicants.
Category 1: Marriage was solemnized in Gurgaon/Gurugram and the couple is currently living in Gurgaon/Gurugram and has one ID proof either in the name of the bride or groom (Only Aadhaar, Voter ID, Driving license, and Passport are accepted) containing a Gurgaon/Gurugram address in it.
Category 2: Marriage was solemnized outside of Gurgaon/Gurugram but the couple is currently living in Gurgaon/Gurugram and has one ID Proof either in the name of the bride or groom (Only Aadhaar, Voter ID, Driving license, and Passport are accepted) containing a Gurgaon/Gurugram address in it.
Category 3: Marriage Was Solemnized in Gurgaon/Gurugram and the couple is currently living outside Gurgaon/Gurugram but they have one ID Proof either in the name of the bride or groom (Only Aadhaar, Voter ID, Driving licence, and Passport are accepted) containing a Gurgaon/Gurugram address in it.
Category 4: Marriage was solemnized in Gurgaon/Gurugram but the couple is living outside of Gurgaon/Gurugram and has no ID proof with a Gurgaon/Gurugram address on it. In this case, the couple could register their marriage as it was solemnized in Gurgaon/Gurugram but they would have to produce a certificate attested by Wedding Venue Management, the original booking receipt of the wedding venue, and the payment receipt.
What are the required documents for registration?
1. Bride address proof, any of the following:
Aadhaar
Passport
Voter Id
Driving License
2. Groom address proof, any of the following:
Aadhaar
Passport
Voter Id
Driving License
3. Bride Age Proof, any of the following:
10th Marksheet
Passport
4. Groom Age Proof, any of the following:
10th Marksheet
Passport
5. Witness ID, any of the following:
Aadhaar
Passport
Voter Id
Driving License
6. Bride Affidavit
7. Groom Affidavit
8. Witness Affidavits
9. Wedding Invitation Card
10. Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID)
11. Couple Photo
12. Passport Size Photos of Bride and Groom
13. Passport Size Photos of Witnesses
14. Marriage Photographs (Stage, Phere, Sindur and Jai Mala)
How to start the procedure?
Apply online with the documents mentioned above by registering at https://shaadi.edisha.gov.in/. After registration, take a printout of the application and visit the registrar's office for approval. Please carry the above-mentioned documents in their originals while visiting.
If you are unable to apply online, then please contact nearby Common Service Centers. They will help you with your online application
How many visits will be required?
Multiple visits will be required to the office of the registrar for the approval of the application. Once the application is approved, an appointment date will be given to the registrants. On that appointment date, the bride, groom, and Witnesses need to visit for registration.
How Much Time It Would Take?
Normally, it takes 15–25 days to complete the marriage registration process in Gurgaon/Gurugram if the application and documents are as per requirement.
What will be the Monetary Cost of Marriage Registration in Gurgaon/Gurugram?
Application Fee – 200 INR
Affidavit Charges – 750 INR Appx.
Other Documentation Charges – 500 INR Appx.
Fuel Charges – depend on number of visits
What is the time limit of marriage registration in Gurgaon/Gurugram?
As per law, every marriage should be registered within 90 days from the date of marriage, but marriages can be registered even after 90 days from the date of marriage by completing some additional formalities.
What are the additional formalities for late marriage registration (Registration After 90 Days)?
Registrants need to pay late fees and submit one late marriage affidavit. Additionally, they need to appear before SDM/DC for file approval. At the time of appearance, the bride and groom need to provide a solid and valid reason for not registering their marriage within 90 days.
How many witnesses are required?
Two witnesses are required to register the marriage in Gurgaon/Gurugram. One from the bride’s side and one from the groom’s side.
Who Can be the witnesses?
They should be family members. (Father, Mother, Brother, or Sister). If family members are not available, then relatives or friends can also become witnesses, subject to the production of photos of witnesses with the bride and groom in marriage.
On the appointment date, who all needs to visit the registrar’s office?
The bride, groom, and Two witnesses need to visit the registrar’s office on the appointment date to complete the marriage registration formalities.
How will I receive my certificate?
The marriage certificate in Haryana is issued in digital format (pdf). No hard copy is issued. You will receive a link to download the certificate once it is issued by the registrar’s office.
What is Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID)? Why is it mandatory for marriage registration in Gurgaon/Gurugram?
Family ID is the consolidated data of families residing in Haryana. It contains the following details about members:
NAME
GENDER
DATE OF BIRTH
FATHER’S NAME
MOTHER’S NAME
INCOME
CASTE CATEGORY
PROFESSION
RELATIONSHIP WITH HEAD OF THE FAMILY
MOBILE NUMBER
AADHAAR NUMBER
It is made mandatory for citizens to avail government services in Haryana. For most of the certificates issued by the Haryana Govt., basic details (Name, Gender, Date of Birth, Father’s name, and Mother’s Name) are picked from the family ID database.
It is mandatory for marriage registration in Gurgaon/Gurugram because the basic data of applicants is picked up from Family ID.
How to get a Family ID made?
You need to contact nearby Common Service Centres for the creation of Family ID.
How does a marriage certificate issued by the Haryana government look?
The certificate issued by the Haryana government will look like this:
In conclusion, the marriage registration process across India is a complex procedure that requires lots of documents, time, and patience. Completing the procedure on your own is a herculean task.
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