Prospective applicants should go through the following segment to learn how to apply for a domicile certificate in Tamil Nadu online and offline.
1. Steps to Apply for a Domicile Certificate Online in Tamil Nadu
Step 1: Visit the Tamil Nadu e-Governance Agency Website.
Step 2: Scroll to and click on the ‘Citizen Login’ option.
Step 3: Click on the ‘New user, Sign Up Here’ option.
Step 4: Fill up the application form with the following details and click on the ‘Login with Mobile Number’ option.
- Name
- Mobile number
- Email ID
- Aadhaar number
- Login ID
- Password
- Taluk
- District
- Captcha code
Step 5: Provide the OTP sent to your registered mobile number and email ID and log in with your username, password and Captcha code.
Step 6: Choose Revenue Department and click on Residence Certificate.
Step 7: Enter the CAN number, applicant’s name, address, contact number and other details and upload the required documents as per the recommended format.
Step 8: Make the payment via your preferred transaction gateway and receive an acknowledgment receipt.
Individuals can download or take a print of the receipt for future references.
2. Steps to Apply for a Domicile Certificate Offline in Tamil Nadu
Prospective applicants can collect domicile certificate application forms from their nearest-
- Tahsildar Office
- Sevai Centre
- District Collector’s Office
- Revenue Office
Once filled up accurately, submit the duly signed form along with the essential documents. The Circle Officer/ VAO/ Revenue Inspector will verify the form and documents and will send them through the post to the registered address.
Alternatively, applicants can also download and take a printout of the application form directly from the Tamil Nadu e-Governance Agency website.
Furthermore, a domicile certificate in Tamil Nadu costs only ₹ 15 and is issued within 15 days from the date of application.