How to get Widow Certificate in Karnataka?

Widow Certificate is needed as proof to a Widow that her husband is not alive. Widow Certificate in Karnataka is provided through the online and offline process. This is useful for people to improve their financial problems, children’s education and pension services.

Eligibility Criteria for Widow Certificate in Karnataka

A Widow within the age group of 18 years to 60 years is eligible for the Widow Certificate in Karnataka.

Documents Required for Widow Certificate in Karnataka

Following are the documents required for the Widow Certificate in Karnataka.

• Death certificate of husband

• Application form

• Address proof: Passport, Ration card, Electricity bill, Telephone bill, Voter ID card, Water bill, Bank passbook

• Identity document: Voter ID card, PAN, Aadhar card

How to apply online for Widow Certificate in Karnataka?

You can apply online for a Widow certificate in Karnataka through 2 websites.

1. Nadakacheri

2. Seva Sindhu

We will discuss the process to apply online for Widow Certificate in Karnataka through these two platforms here.

How to apply online for Widow Certificate in Karnataka through the Nadakacheri website?

Follow the below steps to obtain Widow Certificate online through the Nadakacheri website.

• Go to Nadakacheri's home page.

• Click on “Online Application”. 

• Click on "Apply Online".

• Enter the mobile number.

• Click on "Get OTP" to receive OTP on your mobile number.

• Click on ‘New Request’.

• Select ‘Widow Certificate’.

• Choose the language of the certificate -English or Kannada.   

• Select 'Widow Certificate / Not Re-married Certificate'.

• Enter user details.

• Select the Mode of Delivery, as Nadakacheri or Registered Post.

• Upload the required documents for the widow certificate.

• Click on ‘Save'.

• Click on ‘Online Payment’.

• Select the card payment and Card type.

• Click on ‘Make Payment’.

• After successful payment, ACK no. will appear in concerned Nadakacheri’s for further process of application. The final certificate will be obtained from the concerned Nadakacheri centre.

How to apply online for Widow Certificate in Karnataka through the Seva Sindhu portal?

Follow the below steps to obtain Widow certificate online in Karnataka.

• Go to Seva Sindhu portal

• Click on “Department services”.

• Search "Widow Certificate".

• Click on Widow Certificate.

• Click on "Apply Online".

• If you are a new user you can register in the Seva Sindhu portal. If you are an existing user, log in with your mobile number.

• Click on “GET OTP”

• Choose the language of the certificate- English or Kannada.

• Enter user details.

• Click on the "I agree" checkbox and fill the Captcha code as given and submit.

• Attach the required documents and save them.

• Saved Documents will be displayed.

• Click on e-sign and proceed.

• The E-Sign page will be displayed. Fill Aadhaar number to get OTP and proceed to payment.

• Click on make payment and proceed.

• After Payment is Successful, Sakala acknowledgement will be generated

Track Status of Widow Certificate in Karnataka through Nadakacheri website

Follow the below steps to track the status of the Widow certificates in Karnataka.

• Visit Nadakacheri website.

• Click on "Online Application".

• Click on"Application Status".

• Enter the Application type and Application number.

• Click on "Get Status" to know the status of your application.

Track Status of Widow Certificate in Karnataka through Seva Sindhu portal

Follow the below steps to track the status of the Widow certificate in Karnataka through the Seva Sindhu portal.

• Visit Seva Sindhu portal.

• Click on "Track your Application Status".

• Enter the Application Number.

• Status of Application will be displayed.Submit it at the nearest Common Service Center.

Download Widow Certificate in Karnataka

Follow the below steps to download Widow Certificate in Karnataka.

• Go to Nadakacheri's home page.

• Click on “Online Application”. 

• Click on "Apply Online".

• Login by entering the mobile number.

• Under Print tab, select Print option to download your Widow Certificate by entering acknowledgment number

Fees Required for Widow Certificate in Karnataka

The application fee for the Widow Certificate in Karnataka is INR 40.

Time Required for Widow Certificate in Karnataka

Processing time for the Widow Certificate in Karnataka will be 14 days.

References

In creating this guide, we have referred to high-quality, credible sources such as official government orders, user manuals, and relevant materials from government websites.

1. List Of Online Services Delivered Through Nadakacheri
2. Nadakacheri User Manual