Step-by-Step Application Process:

1. Visit the local Municipal Corporation/Gram Panchayat office where the birth occurred.
2. Fill out the official Birth Registration Form (Form 5/6 or online form).
3. Submit required supporting documents (see below).
4. Pay the nominal registration fee, if applicable.
5. Receive an acknowledgement slip or receipt with a reference number.
6. You will receive the certificate either physically or via the official portal (if applied online).

Documents Required:

• Hospital Birth Certificate or Discharge Summary (if born in a hospital)
• Identity proof of parents (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.)
• Proof of residence (Utility bill, Rent Agreement, etc.)
• Affidavit (in case birth was not registered within 21 days)

Apply Online:

You can apply online through the official Maharashtra portal:

Why is the Birth Certificate Important?

A Birth Certificate is an essential legal document that serves as the official record of a person's birth. It is crucial for:

• Establishing identity and age for school admissions, passports, and government IDs.
• Claiming government benefits and schemes.
• Applying for a driver's license, PAN card, or other official documents.
• Inheritance, property, and succession claims.
• Proof of citizenship in various legal processes.

If Your Birth Certificate is in a Regional Language, How to Get it Converted to English?

Many birth certificates in Maharashtra are issued in Marathi or other regional languages. To use these certificates for official or international purposes, you may need a certified English translation. Here’s how:

1. Obtain a certified translation from a government-authorized translator or translation agency.
2. Submit the original birth certificate along with the translation to the Municipal Corporation or Registrar office.
3. Request a notarized affidavit stating that the English translation is a true and accurate copy of the original document.
4. Some offices may issue a bilingual birth certificate upon request.
5. For international use, you may also need to get the translated document attested by the local sub-divisional magistrate (SDM) or notarized.

It is recommended to check with the specific authority or institution requiring the English certificate for their exact requirements.

Where to Submit and Get Assistance in Maharashtra?

You can visit the following offices for submitting your birth certificate, translation documents, or for any related queries:

• Mumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC)
  Municipal Head Office, Annex Building,
  Mahapalika Marg, Fort, Mumbai – 400001
  Phone: 022-2262 2111
• Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC)
  PMC Headquarters, Mangalwar Peth,
  Pune – 411011
  Phone: 020-2612 0000
• Nagpur Municipal Corporation
  Corporation Office, Civil Lines,
  Nagpur – 440001
  Phone: 0712-255 2676
• Nashik Municipal Corporation
  Municipal Commissioner’s Office,
  Nashik – 422001
  Phone: 0253-258 3333
• Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Offices
  Check your local SDM office for document attestation and affidavit notarization services.

For other cities and towns, please visit your respective Municipal Corporation or Tehsil office.