Domicile Certificate: Establishing Residency in Madhya Pradesh

A domicile certificate is a critical legal document proving an individual's residency in a state. Specifically, the MP domicile certificate confirms permanent residency in Madhya Pradesh, essential for accessing various state government schemes. This certificate is authorized by the village administrative officer, circle officer, or revenue inspector.

Eligibility for MP Domicile Certificate

To qualify for a domicile certificate in Madhya Pradesh, applicants must meet one of the following criteria:

• Be a permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh.
• Have resided in Madhya Pradesh for at least ten years.
• Women married to permanent residents of MP, although not originally from the state.

Application Process for MP Domicile Certificate

Applicants can apply for their domicile certificate either offline or online.

Offline Application Process

1. Visit a nearby Jan Seva Kendra, Common Services Center (CSC), or MP Online Kiosk. Use the MP Lokseva Guarantee Portal's 'Search' feature to locate the nearest center.
2. Acquire and fill out the domicile application form accurately.
3. Submit the form with the necessary documents and fees at the respective center. Obtain an acknowledgement slip with a 'Registration number' for future reference.

Online Application Process

1. Access the MP e-District Portal website.
2. Select 'Citizen Registration'.
3. Input required information and verify via mobile and email through OTP and a verification link.
4. Log in using credentials and select the 'Domicile Certificate' service.
5. Complete the form, upload documents, pay fees, and submit. Upon submission, receive a registration number for application tracking.

Documents Required for MP Domicile Certificate

Applicants need to present the following:

• Ration card
• Address proof (voter ID, passport, electricity or water bill)
• House tax receipt
• School certificate (mark sheet or transfer certificate)
• Identity proof
• Property ownership in MP, if applicable

Checking and Downloading Domicile Certificate Status

To check your domicile certificate application status:

• Go to the MP e-District Portal, select 'Application Status', enter your 'Registration Number', and search to view status.

To download your certificate:

• Visit the e-District Portal, choose 'Digitally Signed Certificates', enter the registration number, and select download.

Validity and Processing Time

The domicile certificate in Madhya Pradesh is valid for a lifetime and is typically issued by the revenue department within seven working days.

Mandatory Domicile Certificate Requirements

The domicile certificate in Madhya Pradesh is obligatory for:

• Admission under residence quota
• Applying for scholarships
• Obtaining a ration card
• Government job applications where residency is a preference