Hindu Marriage Act, 1955
Hindu Marriage Act Registration in Delhi
For marriages already solemnised through a religious or traditional ceremony between Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, or Sikhs — usually the quickest registration route, guided by Advocate Monal Prasad.
Who This Is For
For marriages solemnised under Hindu, Buddhist, Jain, or Sikh rites
- Hindu, Buddhist, Jain, or Sikh couples
- A marriage already solemnised — temple, Arya Samaj, or traditional ceremony
- Couples who need a same-day ("Tatkal") certificate for urgent reasons
- Couples registering a marriage some time after the ceremony took place
Documents
What you'll need
- Age proof (10th certificate, birth certificate, or passport) and address proof for both partners
- PAN card, Aadhaar card, and passport, along with 6 recent passport-size coloured photographs
- Marriage invitation card, and/or a certificate from the priest if solemnised at a religious place
- Wedding photographs as proof of the ceremony
- Signed affidavit from each partner; divorce decree or death certificate if previously married
- Two witnesses with the same set of ID documents
Process
What to expect, step by step
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01
Consultation
We confirm the Hindu Marriage Act applies to your situation and outline the documents you'll need.
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02
Document collection & verification
Your documents and affidavits are prepared and carefully checked before anything is filed.
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03
Application filing
Your application is filed with the relevant Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) office.
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04
Registrar appointment
A short appointment before a Gazetted Officer confirms your documents and application.
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Certificate issuance
Certificates are typically issued within 3–7 working days; a same-day Tatkal certificate is available in certain cases with complete documentation.
FAQ
Common questions
Which law should I register my marriage under — the Hindu Marriage Act or the Special Marriage Act?
If both partners are Hindu, Buddhist, Jain, or Sikh, and the marriage has already been solemnised (through a religious or traditional ceremony), the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 usually applies and registration is quicker. If you come from different religions, one of you is not Indian, or you want a purely civil marriage without a religious ceremony, the Special Marriage Act, 1954 applies. We can tell you which route fits your situation in a short consultation.
Is a Tatkal (same-day) marriage certificate genuine and legally valid?
Yes — a Tatkal certificate issued through the proper government process is exactly as valid as one issued through the standard timeline. It simply means your documentation was complete enough for the office to process it faster. Be cautious of anyone promising "instant" certificates without verifying documents at all.
Is an Arya Samaj marriage legally valid, or do I still need to register it separately?
An Arya Samaj wedding is a valid religious ceremony under the Hindu Marriage Act, and the temple will usually issue you a marriage certificate. However, for the marriage to be recognised for official purposes — passports, visas, bank accounts, property, or as proof in court — it still needs to be registered with the government (SDM office), which is a separate step from the temple certificate.
Related
Other registration routes
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