Income Certificate

An Income Certificate is an official document issued by the Delhi Government that certifies an individual's or their family's total annual income from all sources. This certificate serves as proof of income for various purposes, such as availing government schemes, scholarships, subsidies, and for other legal and official requirements.

How to Apply in Delhi:

You can apply for an Income Certificate in Delhi through both online and offline modes:

Online Mode:

• Visit the e-District Portal: Go to the official e-District portal of the Delhi Government: https://edistrict.delhigovt.nic.in/

• Register/Login: If you are a new user, you will need to register on the portal. Existing users can log in using their credentials.

• Select Service: Navigate to the "Apply for Services" section and choose "Income Certificate".

• Fill the Application Form: Fill in all the required details in the online application form accurately.

• Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of all the necessary documents as specified by the portal. Ensure the documents are clear and within the prescribed size limit. You will likely need to upload a scanned copy of a self-declaration, and the original will need to be submitted later.

• Pay Fees (if applicable): Pay the required application fees online if there is an option.

• Submit Application: After filling in all details and uploading documents, submit the application online. You will receive an acknowledgement slip with an application number for tracking the status.

• Submit Original Self-Declaration: As per the guidelines on the e-District portal, you might need to submit the original self-declaration to the concerned SDM/Tehsildar/CSC either by hand or through speed post/registered post, along with the application acknowledgement number.

• Download Certificate: Once the certificate is processed and approved, you can usually download it from the e-District portal using your application number or login credentials.

Offline Mode:

• Visit a Common Service Centre (CSC) or SDM/Tehsildar Office: Visit your nearest Common Service Centre or the office of the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) or Tehsildar in your area.

• Obtain Application Form: Request for the Income Certificate application form.

• Fill the Form: Fill in all the required details accurately.

• Attach Documents: Attach photocopies of all the necessary documents as mentioned below.

• Submit and Pay Fees: Submit the filled form along with the documents and pay the prescribed application fee at the CSC or SDM/Tehsildar office.

• Collect Acknowledgement: You will receive an acknowledgement slip with a reference number to track your application status.

• Collect Certificate: You will be informed about when and where to collect your Income Certificate.

Documents Required in Delhi:

The following documents are generally required to apply for an Income Certificate in Delhi:

• Identity Proof (Any one):

  1. Aadhaar Card

  2. PAN Card

  3. Ration Card with Photo

  4. Voter ID Card

  5. Passport

  6. Driving License

  7. Any other Government-recognized document

• Address Proof (Any one):

  1. Aadhaar Card

  2. Passport

  3. Bank Passbook

  4. Telephone Bill (Landline or Postpaid)

  5. Voter ID Card

  6. Ration Card

  7. Electricity Bill

  8. Gas Bill

  9. Driving License

  10. Registered Rent Agreement

  11. Water Bill

  12. Any other Government-recognized document

• Permanent Address Proof (If different from the present address): Any document from the address proof list.

• Income Proof:

  1. For Salaried Individuals: Salary slips for the last 3 months or a salary certificate from the employer.

  2. For Others: Self-declaration of income, Income Tax Return (ITR), or any other relevant document showing the source and amount of income. In rural areas, a certificate from the Block Development Officer (BDO) might be required. For agriculture-related income, a certificate from the relevant authority (like DAO, DHO, DVO) might be needed.

• Photograph: One recent passport-size colored photograph of the applicant. Specific size requirements might be mentioned in the application form.

• Self-Declaration: A signed self-declaration stating the applicant's income and other relevant details. A format for this declaration is usually available on the e-District portal or at the CSC/SDM office.

• Other Supporting Documents (if applicable):

  1. BPL Ration Card/National Food Security (NFS) Card (if applicable).

  2. Relevant documents related to expenditure, such as electricity bills, school fees receipts, rent receipts, etc.

It's always best to check the latest guidelines and requirements on the official e-District portal of Delhi or from the concerned SDM/Tehsildar office, as the process and required documents can be subject to change.

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