1. How to Apply Online (e-District Portal)

The most convenient way to apply for a birth or death certificate is through the centralized e-District Manipur portal. This service is available for all citizens of the state.

Step-by-Step Online Application Process:

1. Register on the Portal: Visit the e-District Manipur portal and register as a new user. You will need a valid mobile number and email ID.
2. Login and Select Service: Log in to your account and navigate to the "Services" section. From the list, select "Birth Certificate" or "Death Certificate."
3. Fill the Application Form: Fill in all the details accurately as requested in the online form, including the date and place of the event.
4. Upload Documents: Scan and upload the required documents in the specified format. The system will guide you on which documents are needed.
5. Pay the Fee: Pay the applicable fee online through the payment gateway. The fee varies based on the time elapsed since the event.
6. Submit and Track: Submit the application and note down the acknowledgment number. You can use this number to track the status of your application on the portal.

2. Offline Application Process

For those who prefer to apply offline, forms can be downloaded from district websites or obtained directly from the concerned office.

Steps for Offline Application:

1. Download the Form: Visit the website of your district (e.g., Imphal East, Thoubal) and download the application form for the respective certificate.
2. Fill and Attach Documents: Fill the form with all the necessary details and attach the photocopies of the required documents, as listed below.
3. Submit at the Concerned Office: Submit the completed form and documents to the Registrar of Births and Deaths at the local Municipal Corporation, Gram Panchayat, District Hospital, or the concerned Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) or Sub-Deputy Collector (SDC).
4. Receive Acknowledgment: The officer will provide an acknowledgment receipt, which you should keep safe for future reference.

3. Required Documents & Fees

The documents required depend on the certificate you are applying for and the place where the event occurred.

Required Documents:

• For Birth Certificate: Hospital discharge slip, Aadhaar card of both parents, and proof of residence. For home births, an affidavit from the family head and a certificate from a local authority or midwife may be required.
• For Death Certificate: Form 4A (signed by CMO), photo ID of the deceased and informant, and an affidavit from an Executive Magistrate (for late registration).

Fee Structure:

• Registration within 21 days: ₹0
• Registration between 21 and 30 days: ₹2.00
• Registration after 30 days to 1 year: ₹5.00
• Registration after 1 year: ₹10.00 (plus an affidavit from a Magistrate)

Important Helplines & Official Resources

• e-District Manipur Portal: www.eservicesmanipur.gov.in/eda/
• Directorate of Health Services, Manipur: manipurhealthdirectorate.mn.gov.in
• Civil Registration System (CRS) Portal: crsorgi.gov.in
• e-District Helpdesk: 0385-2447368 (Phone) | helpdesk[dot]edistrictmn[at]nic[dot]in (Email)