How to obtain a birth certificate in Bangalore

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What is a Birth Certificate?

A birth certificate is a vital record that documents the birth of a child. It is used identify the person, the information about the name of the parents, the place, date and kind of birth.

Why do I need a Birth Certificate?

A birth certificate is used identify the person, the information about the name of the parents, the place, date and kind of birth. It is asked in the following for the following:

  • Schools
  • Social Security Card
  • Marriage License
  • Driver's License
  • Insurance
  • Bank Accounts
  • Passports

When do I need a Birth Certificate?

You need a birth certificate in the following cases:

  • Schools
  • Social Security Card
  • Marriage License
  • Driver's License
  • Insurance
  • Bank Accounts
  • Passports

Where can I get a Birth Certificate?

The registration and issue of the certificate of birth and death is done at the following places:

  • 17 Sub health offices
  • Government hospitals
  • Bruhat Bangalore Mahanagara Palike referral hospitals
  • Corporation main office

How do I get a Birth Certificate?

  • To get the birth certificate first you need to visit your nearest District Statistical Officer and check the details about your registration so that you can apply for the certificate
     
  • You need to pay Rs 5/- for the copy of the certificate at the statistical office.
     
  • They will check all the details in the records and accordingly they will prepare the certificate.
     
  • You need to carry some documents with your as a proof before issuing the certificate. This can help in completing the process faster.
     
  • There are various centers from where the birth certificate can be issued. BangaloreOne also has the authority to issue certificate
  • The contact information of each District Statistical Officer is given below:

1) Malleshwaram: 080-2337 5109

2) Gandhinagar: 080-2287 2986

3) Chickpet: 080-2226 6705

4) Mahalakshmipuram: 080-2332 4767

5) Binnypet and J P Nagar: 080-2676 3510

6) Chamarajpet: 080-2223 3819

7) Basavanagudi: 080-2661 3041

8) Jayanagar and Madivala: 080-2664 7079

9) Ashoknagar: 080-2558 3601

10) Banaswadi: 080-2551 0276

11) Bharatinagar: 080-2555 5821

12) Shivajinagar and Jayamahal: 080-2226 2089

13) Ganganagar: 080-2333 1703

What all should I keep in mind?

  • The Birth certificate is the primary source of information for your age proof.
  • Registration of births is mandatory and a very easy process if done within 21 days from the event.
  • From 21 to 30 days after the event, the MOH will certify and collect a fine of Rs 25. After 30 days and within a year, only the Joint Director of Statistics can provide the certificate with a fine of Rs 50 and an affidavit.

How much do I have to pay to get a Birth Certificate?

If you get register to get a birth certificate within 21 days of the child’s birth then the certificate will cost you Rs 5. However, from 21 to 30 days after the event, the MOH will certify and collect a fine of Rs 25. After 30 days and within a year, only the Joint Director of Statistics can provide the certificate with a fine of Rs 50 and an affidavit.

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