I recently noticed an error in my birth certificate and want to apply for a correction does anyone know what the official fee is for updating or correcting a birth certificate, and whether the amount changes depending on the type of correction or the state where it’s issued?
I came across this recently because many of us worry that even a small spelling mistake will mean big expenses, and we want to know the exact fee before we start the online form.
What is the fee for updating or correcting a birth certificate?
The amount you pay depends on where you apply and what you change but in most Indian states the charge is small and you can pay it online in one go.
1. Online correction in India (name, date, parent detail)
- Processing fee: ₹50 to ₹200 per correction
(Example: Maharashtra municipalities charge ₹100, Tamil Nadu urban bodies ₹50, Delhi MCD ₹200) . - Extra certified copy: ₹10 to ₹50 per PDF download
(You can print as many copies as you like after that no extra cost).
2. Offline or paper route (court-order cases)
- Court stamp paper for affidavit: ₹20 to ₹100
- Newspaper notice (if required): ₹300 to ₹600
- Certified copy of court order: ₹5 per page
- Final certificate print: same ₹50–₹200 municipal fee.
3. Outside India (for comparison only)
- United States – amendment fee: $26 (about ₹2,150) and includes one free copy.
- United Kingdom – correction fee: £0 (free) but each new copy costs £11 (about ₹1,100).
4. No hidden charges
The government portal will show the exact amount before you click “Pay”. There are no lawyer fees unless you choose to hire onez the whole process can be done by yourself.
So, whether you fix a small spelling online or go through a court order for a big change, the total amount you spend in India is usually between ₹50 and ₹1,000 much less than a dinner out.