Where to Register a Death
Death must be registered with the local Municipal Authority or Registrar of Births and Deaths in the area where the death occurred. This could be:
- Municipal Corporation (Urban areas)
- Panchayat Office (Rural areas)
- District Civil Registration Office
- Online portals in certain states/UTs
When to Register
- Within 21 days of the death.
- After 21 days, late registration is possible but with a fine and additional documentation.
Documents Required
- Death Certificate Application Form (available at office or online)
- Medical Certificate of Cause of Death (MCCD) – issued by hospital/doctor
- Proof of Identity of the deceased (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.)
- Proof of Address of the deceased (optional)
- Proof of Identity of the Informant (person registering the death)
- Hospital Discharge Summary (if applicable)
- Cremation/Burial certificate (if asked)
Online Registration Portals
Some states and cities offer online services. You can check:
👉 National portal: https://crsorgi.gov.in
(State-specific portals may also be used.)
DISCLAIMER: WE ARE NOT ABLE TO CONFIRM THAT THE INFORMATION ON OUR WEB SITE IS CORRECT OR CURRENT IN EVERY CASE.
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