A domicile certificate is an official document that proves that a person is a resident of a particular state/UT. The Maharashtra domicile certificate indicates that an individual is a permanent resident of Maharashtra state. It is required to access state-specific benefits like government jobs, scholarships, and admissions under the Maharashtra resident quota. You can apply for it online via the Aaple Sarkar portal or offline at government office. 

Domicile certificate in Maharashtra

The domicile certificate in Maharashtra is a proof of residence for the people living in Maharashtra. It is used to avail jobs or admissions in Maharashtra domicile or resident quotas in government services and educational institutions. It is generally issued by the designated authorities of the state, such as the Tehsildar, Sub-Divisional officer or additional collector. 

Domicile certificate eligibility in Maharashtra

• A person resident in Maharashtra for the last 15 years or parents are permanent residents living more than six years in Maharashtra.
• Women married to men who are permanent residents in Maharashtra.

How to apply for a domicile certificate in Maharashtra?

Eligible applicants can apply for a domicile certificate in Maharashtra either online or offline. 

How to get a domicile certificate online in Maharashtra?

Step 1: Visit Aaple Sarkar website.

Step 2: Click on the ‘New User? Register Here’ option on the homepage.

Step 3: Select one of the options, i.e. verify mobile number using OTP or upload a complete profile using OTP.

Step 4: Enter the required details and click the ‘Register’ button. 

Step 5: Log in to the Aaple Sarkar website using the User ID and password.

Step 6: Click on 'Revenue Department' listed on the left-hand side of the menu.

Step 7: Select the sub-department as 'Revenue services' from the drop-down list.

Step 8: Choose the 'Age Nationality and Domicile Certificate' option.

Step 9: Fill in the required details, upload the documents and submit.

An acknowledgement number will be provided to track the domicile certificate status.

How to get a domicile certificate offline in Maharashtra?

Step 1: Visit the Sub-Divisional office, Tehsildar’s or the district collector’s office.

Step 2: Get the ‘Age Nationality Domicile Certificate’ application form.

Step 3: Fill out the application form and submit it to the respective office with the required documents.

The acknowledgement number will be given to the applicant to track the domicile certificate status.

Documents required for domicile certificate in Maharashtra

• Address proof, any one of the following:
  • Passport
  • Utility bills, such as water, telephone or electricity bill
  • Ration card
  • Aadhaar card 
  • Voter ID card 
  • Driving license 
  • Property tax receipt or rent receipt
• Identity proof, any one of the following:
  • PAN card 
  • Passport 
  • RSBY card
  • Aadhaar card
  • Voter ID card
  • MNREGA job card 
  • Driving license 
  • Identity cards issued by government or semi-government organisations
• Residency proof by Gram Sevak, Talathi or bill collector
• Age proof (in the case of a minor), such as an SFC certificate, birth certificate, bonafide certificate, school leaving certificate or extract from primary school entry
• Other documents (If required): 
  • Water, telephone or electricity bill
  • Ration card
  • Rent receipt 
  • Voter list fee
  • Marriage certificate 
  • Property tax receipt
  • Property registration fee 
  • Residence proof of husband
  • Extracts of 7/12 and 8 A 
  • Rent receipt
• Self-declaration from the applicant

Domicile certificate validity in Maharashtra

The domicile certificate in Maharashtra has lifelong validity.

How to check Maharashtra domicile certificate status online?

• Login to the Aaple Sarkar website by entering the username, password and captcha code.
• Click the ‘Track Your Application’ button available on the right-hand side of the homepage.
• Select the department as ‘Revenue Department’ from the drop-down list.
• Select the service as ‘Revenue Services’ from the drop-down list.
• Select the application type as ‘Age, Nationality and Domicile Certificate’.
• Enter the Application ID and click the ‘Go’ button.
• The domicile certificate status will be displayed on the screen.

Maharashtra domicile certificate download

The approved domicile certificate is available for digital download within 15 days. Physical copies are provided only upon specific request or in exceptional cases. Once approved, the domicile certificate can be downloaded online from the Aaple Sarkar portal. To download:

• Log in to your account on Aaple Sarkar.
• Go to ‘My Applications’.
• Click on ‘Download’ next to the approved certificate.

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