Marriage Registration in Haryana: Process, Documents, and Fees

Haryana governs marriage registration under the Haryana Compulsory Registration of Marriages Act, 2008 (amended 2014). Applies to all marriages—Hindu, Muslim, Sikh, Christian, interfaith, court marriages.

Step-by-Step Process

1. Obtain form: From Registrar of Marriages (Tehsil/Sub-Divisional Magistrate office) or download from haryana.gov.in / edisha.gov.in.
2. Complete form: Bride/groom names, ages, addresses, occupations, religions; date/place of marriage; two witnesses' details.
3. Attach documents: (see below)
4. Submit: To Registrar office (joint appearance required).
5. Verification: Registrar checks documents, may inquire witnesses.
6. Certificate issued: Usually same day or within 7 days. Valid for all legal purposes.

Required Documents

• Age/ID proof: Birth certificate, 10th marksheet, passport, Aadhaar (both parties)
• Residence proof: Aadhaar, voter ID, ration card, utility bill, rent agreement (both)
• Marriage proof: Wedding invitation, photos, priest/maulvi/priest certificate, affidavit (if unregistered ceremony)
• Photos: 2 passport-size each (bride/groom), 1 joint photo
• Witnesses: 2 adults with ID proof
• Fee: ₹100–₹500 (varies by district; check local office)

Special Cases

Interfaith/Special Marriage Act: 30-day notice period, publication, objections. Minority community: Additional community certificate may be needed. Online: Saral Haryana portal (saralharyana.gov.in) enables application tracking.

Register promptly—unregistered marriages face legal hurdles in inheritance, visa, property, child legitimacy.