How to get Birth Certificate in Meghalaya?

Written By Manya Khare   | Published on January 04, 2024



A birth certificate in Meghalaya is an essential legal document issued by the Government of Meghalaya that officially records the birth of an individual. It provides vital information such as the date, time, and place of birth, as well as details about the parents. 

Documents Required for Birth Certificate in Meghalaya

Following documents are required for Birth Certificate in Meghalaya.

If birth place is in the Hospital

  • Baby Records

If birth place is at Home and less than 30 days

  • Certificate from Development Committee/ Headman/DorbarShnong/Nokma 

  • EPIC/PAN Card of Parents/Guardian 

  • Form 1 

  • Doctor's Certificate

If birth place is at Home and less than 365 days

  • Affidavit 

  • Certificate from Development Committee/ Headman/DorbarShnong/Nokma 

  • EPIC/PAN Card of Parents/Guardian 

  • Form 1

  • Doctor's Certificate

How to Register on e-District Meghalaya?

Follow the below steps to register on e-district Meghalaya.

  • Enter your name, email- id, mobile number.

  • Enter your password.

  • Select your state.

  • Enter the captcha.

  • A verification link will be sent on your email id. Click on the link to verify.

How to Apply for Birth Certificate Online in Meghalaya?

Follow the below steps to apply for Birth Certificate Online in Meghalaya.

  • Visit Meghalaya e-District Portal.

  • Click on ‘Login’.

  • Login using your email id and password.

  • Click on ‘View all services’ under ‘Apply for Services’.

  • Search for ‘Birth Certificate’ in the search bar.

  • Click on 'Birth Certificate’.

  • An application form for Birth Certificate will open on your screen.

  • Fill the application carefully.

  • Enter the captcha.

  • Click on ‘Submit’.

How to Track Birth Certificate Application Status Online in Meghalaya?

Follow the below steps to track Birth Certificate application status online in Meghalaya.

  • Visit Meghalaya e-District Portal.

  • Click on ‘Track Application Status’.

  • Select an option to track application.

    • Through Application Reference Number

    • Through OTP/ Application Details

  • To track application through reference number, enter the reference number and select whether you want to track through application submission date or delivery date.

  • To track application through OTP/ Application details, select the service and enter the mobile number. 

  • An OTP will be sent on the entered mobile number. Enter the OTP.

  • Enter the captcha.

  • Click on ‘Search’.

References

While crafting this guide, we have consulted reliable and authoritative sources, including official government directives, user manuals, and pertinent content sourced from government websites.

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