How can I correct my name or fix a spelling error in my birth certificate online through the official government portal, and what is the complete process including the required documents, approval time, and fees involved?
I was also curious about this because many people notice a spelling mistake on their birth certificate and want to correct it online without standing in queues.
How to correct your name in the birth certificate online
- Open your state birth portal
Visit the municipal corporation website or the state CRS (Civil Registration System) portal where the birth was registered. Example: crsorgi.gov.in, mcgm.gov.in, bbmp.gov.in.
- Log in or create account
Use your mobile number. An OTP will arrive; key it in and you are inside the dashboard.
- Choose “Birth Certificate Correction”
Click the “Correction/Update” tile and select “Name Change/Spelling Correction” from the menu.
- Fill the small form
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Enter the birth registration number and date of birth exactly as printed.
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Write the present (wrong) name and the proposed (correct) name.
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Upload the documents listed in the table below.
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Pay the online fee (₹50–₹200 in most states) and submit. Save the acknowledgement number.
- Track and download
Use the “Track Status” link on the same portal. Most cities issue the updated certificate within 7–15 working days. You can download the PDF or collect the printed copy from the ward office.
Remember: If the child is above one year, or if you want a completely new first name, most states ask for a notarised affidavit or even a court order first. Complete that step before you file the online correction.
Documents you need to upload for online name correction
| Document | Why it is asked |
|---|---|
| Current birth certificate | Shows the existing error that needs correction |
| Notarised affidavit | Declares that the corrected name is accurate and genuine |
| Parent/child Aadhaar | Confirms the applicant’s identity and relationship |
| Hospital discharge or school record | Provides early proof of the correct name |
| Online fee receipt | Verifies payment of the correction or application fee |