As stipulated by the Karnataka Registration of Births and Deaths Rules, 1970 and the Registration of Births & Deaths Act, 1969, registering every death within 21 days with the state government is mandatory. Following registration, the government issues a death certificate to the deceased’s nearest relatives, officially verifying the date, fact, and cause of death. This article provides a comprehensive guide on obtaining a Karnataka death certificate.A Death Certificate is an official statement confirming the death of a person. A death certificate provides conclusive proof of death of a person along with the place and date of death.
Following are the uses of the Death Certificate.
Settlement of inheritance and property rights
Getting insurance claims
Family pension
Overview
As per the Karnataka Registration of Births and Deaths Rules, 1970 and Registration of Births & Deaths Act, 1969, all deaths within the state must be registered within 21 days. Upon registration, the Government of Karnataka issues a death certificate to the deceased’s immediate family, confirming the date, occurrence, and cause of death. This article provides a detailed explanation of the procedure for obtaining a death certificate in Karnataka.
Purpose of Obtaining Death Certificate
- The death certificate is a crucial proof, as it states the cause of death.
- Death certificate imparts information related death such as date, time and place of death.
- This certificate is the necessary document to relieve the deceased from social, legal and official commitments
- This certificate will have to be submitted to settle property inheritance.
- The family member of the deceased to collect insurance and other benefits needs to provide a death certificate.
Karnataka Registration of Births and Deaths Rules
The Karnataka Registration of Births and Deaths Rules, 2009, outline the procedures for registering births and deaths in the state of Karnataka, India. These rules are crucial for establishing legal identity, obtaining essential services, and maintaining vital statistics.
Registration of Birth
- Birth must be registered within 21 days of occurrence.
- Parents or guardians are responsible for registration.
- Registration can be done at the Registrar’s office or designated centers like hospitals.
- Information required includes the child’s name, date and place of birth, parents’ names and occupations, address, etc.
- Late registration is possible with additional fees and justifications.
Registration of Death
- Death must be registered within 24 hours of occurrence.
- Any person present at the death or informed of it can register.
- Registration can be done at the Registrar’s office or designated centers like hospitals.
- Information required includes the deceased’s name, age, date and place of death, cause of death, informant’s details, etc.
- Late registration is possible with additional fees and justifications.
Prescribed Authority for Registration
In Rural areas
| S.No | Area | Registrar |
| 1 | Village (Except converted Mandal Panchayat) | Medical Officer In charge |
| 2 | Taluk Hospitals | Medical Officer |
| 3 | Primary Health Centre | Health Officer |
In Urban areas
| S.No | Area | Registrar |
| 1 | City Corporations | Health Officer |
| 2 | City Municipal Councils | Health Officer / Health Inspector |
| 3 | Town Municipal Councils | Health Inspectors |
| 4 | Notified Areas / Project Areas | Health Inspectors |
| 5 | Sanitary Boards | Sanitary Inspectors |
| 6 | District Hospitals | Resident Medical Officer |
| 7 | Community Health Centres | Medical Officer |
Documents Required
The documents required for death registration in Karnataka can vary slightly depending on the circumstances of the death (e.g., institutional vs. non-institutional, natural vs. unnatural causes). However, here are the general documents you’ll need in most cases:
- Proof of Death:
- Medical Certificate of Cause of Death: This is usually issued by the attending doctor if the death occurred in a hospital or medical facility. It will state the cause and manner of death.
- Police Report: If the death was unnatural (e.g., accident, homicide), a police report will be required.
- Proof of Identity of Deceased:
- Birth Certificate: This is the preferred document for proving the identity of the deceased.
- Aadhaar Card: If a birth certificate is unavailable, an Aadhaar card can be used.
- Voter ID Card: Can also be used as proof of identity.
- Passport: Can be used if the deceased was a foreigner.
- Proof of Identity of Informant:
- Aadhaar Card: This is the preferred document for proving the identity of the informant (person registering the death).
- Voter ID Card: Can also be used as proof of identity.
- Ration Card: Can also be used as proof of identity.
- Proof of Residence of Deceased:
- Ration Card: This is the most common document used for proof of residence.
- Electricity Bill: Recent electricity bill in the deceased’s name.
- Water Bill: Recent water bill in the deceased’s name.
- Telephone Bill: Recent telephone bill in the deceased’s name.
- Death Registration Application Form: This form can be obtained from the office of the Registrar of Births and Deaths.
- Affidavit: In some cases, an affidavit may be required from the informant, especially if there is a delay in registering the death.
Applicable Fee
| S.No | Transaction | Fee |
| 1 | Registration of death within 21 days | Nil |
| 2 | Registration of 21 to 30 days from date of death | Rs.2 |
| 3 | Registration of 31 days to 1 year from date of death | Rs.5 |
| 4 | Registration after 1 year from date of death | Rs.10 |
Validity of Death Certificate
Karnataka death certificate once obtained, it will be valid for lifetime.
Time Frame
The death certificate can be obtained within thirty days from the date of its reporting.
Registration of Death
In the event of a death in Karnataka, it must be registered at the location of its occurrence with the relevant registrar within a 21-day timeframe. The issuance of the death certificate is contingent upon the details being recorded in the Karnataka Death Records (eJanMa) portal.
If the death is not reported within 21 days from its occurrence, an affidavit explaining the reason for the delay must be submitted to the appropriate Registrar in that area.
- Inform the Registrar
- Within 21 days of the death: Inform the Registrar of Births and Deaths in the area where the death occurred.
- Hospital deaths: Hospitals typically handle this notification for you.
- Home deaths: Family members or other responsible individuals must notify the Registrar.
- Gather Required Documents:
- Proof of death: Medical Certificate of Cause of Death (hospital death) or Police Report (unnatural death)
- Proof of identity of deceased: Birth Certificate, Aadhaar Card, Voter ID Card, or Passport
- Proof of identity of informant: Aadhaar Card, Voter ID Card, or Ration Card
- Proof of residence of deceased: Ration Card, Electricity Bill, Water Bill, or Telephone Bill
- Death Registration Application Form: Obtain from the Registrar’s office or download online
- Submit Documents and Pay Fees
- Submit the completed form and documents to the Registrar.
FAQs
How many days does it take to get a death certificate in Bangalore?
Processing times can vary depending on the chosen method and workload at the Registrar’s office. However, here’s a general idea: Online application: You might receive a digital death certificate immediately upon approval. Physical application: You can expect to receive the physical copy within a few days to a week.
How to download a death certificate online near Mysore, Karnataka?
You can download a death certificate online through the Seva Sindhu portal: Visit: https://sevasindhu.karnataka.gov.in/Category/death_certificate.html Select Death Certificate under the Citizens Services section. Choose Apply Online and follow the on-screen instructions. Enter the deceased’s details and upload required documents. Pay the fee and submit the application. Upon approval, you can download the digital death certificate.
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