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Marriage Registration in India: Hindu Marriage Act vs. Special Marriage Act Guide

विवाह पंजीकरण (Marriage Registration) एवं मैरिज सर्टिफिकेट बनवाने की पूरी प्रक्रिया

By Shivam Tiwari, Founder of FormSutra

Under the Supreme Court mandate (Seema v. Ashwani Kumar) and respective state marriage registration rules, registering a marriage is legally required for spousal visas, passport surname updates, joint home loans, and succession claims.

Steps

Determine Applicable Marriage Act
Book Online Slot on State Revenue / e-District Portal
Prepare the Mandatory Affidavits
In-Person Appearance Before Sub-Registrar with 3 Witnesses
Verification, Biometrics, and Marriage Certificate Issuance

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