REGISTRATION TIMELINE

The Marriage Registration Process

A structured, legally compliant procedure to secure your official Marriage Certificate with complete professional guidance.

STEP 01

Doc Verification

Pre-Check

Complete audit of ID, Age, and Address proofs for both parties and witnesses.

STEP 02

Online Application

Official Registry

Drafting and filing the formal application on the IGRUP UP portal for appointment.

STEP 03

Office Appearance

Verification

Couples and witnesses appear before the Marriage Registrar for physical verification.

STEP 04

Final Issuance

Legal Status

Approval and issuance of the legally valid Marriage Certificate for all official uses.

Full Spectrum Marriage Services

Court Marriage (SMA)

Notice Filing: Drafting and serving 30-day mandatory notice.
Objection Handling: Legal defense against frivolous objections.
Final Solemnization: Certificate issuance in court presence.

Marriage Registration

Post-Wedding: Registering marriages already performed (Pheras/Nikah).
Tatkal Service: Expedited same-day processing assistance.
Video Conferencing: Remote appearance support if applicable.

Foreign/NRI Marriages

Apostille Support: Legalizing certificates for international use.
Embassy Attestation: Coordinating with diplomatic missions.
Visa Compliance: Ensuring documents meet immigration norms.

Arya Samaj Legalization

Certificate Conversion: Converting religious certs to Govt. certificates.
Solemnization: Arrangement of authentic Arya Samaj rituals.
Validation: Verification of temple credentials.

Protection & Safety

Police Protection: Court orders for couple's safety (HC Bench).
Safe House: Ensuring secure accommodation during threats.
Anti-Harassment: Legal counters against false FIRs.

Documentation Review

Name Correction: Affidavit procedure for name mismatches.
Eligibility Check: Verifying age and prohibited relationships.
Certified Translation: Translation of vernancular docs.

Strategic Legal Strategy

We combine meticulous documentation handles with Legal guidance to ensure your marriage registration is seamless and incontestable.

Step 01

Act Selection

Consultation to choose between Hindu Marriage Act (Post-Ceremony) or Special Marriage Act (Court Marriage).

Step 02

Documentation

Assisting in drafting affadavits, age proof verification, and wedding photo compliance for registry records.

Step 03

Tatkal Assistance

Priority scheduling for urgent Visa requirements or foreign travel deadlines involving spousal status.

Step 04

Global Validation

Ensuring the certificate is issued in English/Hindi for easy authentication and apostille for international use.

Step 05

Post-Registry Support

Legal advice on name change procedures, spousal rights in property, and nomadic registration updates.

Statutory Rights

Why Registration Is Non-Negotiable

Beyond a certificate, registration unlocks 6 critical legal shields that protect your future, finances, and family.

Global

Visa & Passport

Mandatory proof for spouse visa sponsorship and adding spouse name to passport.

Property

Inheritance Rights

The only conclusive evidence to claim succession in ancestral and self-acquired property.

Finance

Bank Nominations

Streamlines nominee updates in Bank Accounts, FD, Mutual Funds, and Insurance Policies.

Welfare

Social Security

Prerequisite for Govt. family subsidies, health schemes (CGHS), and pension claims.

Status

Social Legitimacy

Ironclad legal proof of relationship status, preventing future harassment or disputes.

Rights

Legal Claims

Vital for enforcing rights regarding child custody, maintenance, and divorce proceedings.

Choose Your Legal Path

Statutory Frameworks

Understanding which law applies to your specific situation is critical for a smooth registration process.

Secular Path

Special Marriage Act

For Interfaith & International Couples

No Ritual Required
A purely civil contract solemnized directly by the Registrar. No Pheras or Nikah needed.
30-Day Notice
Mandatory 30-day public notice period inviting objections before finalization.
3 Witnesses
Requires 3 witnesses with valid ID proof to be physically present.

Ritual Path

Hindu Marriage Act

For Hindus, Sikhs, Jains & Buddhists

Ritual Mandatory
Validates marriages already performed via religious customs (e.g. Saptapadi).
Instant / Tatkal
No notice period required. Registration can be done immediately post-wedding.
2 Witnesses
Only 2 witnesses are required to sign the registration register.

Tactical Legal Precision

Zero-Defect Filing

Our proprietary 3-tier verification eliminates the risk of "trivial objections" that Registrars use to delay specialized files. We pre-validate every affidavit.

Pre-approved drafts
Witness ID audit

Tatkal Execution

For HMA cases, we leverage "Resolution 24" protocols to secure same-day registration execution, bypassing standard waiting lists via urgent cause filing.

Same-day certificate
SDM priority slot

Legal Immunity

We don't just register marriages; we secure them. Our 'Safe-House' protocols and High Court protection petitions ensure your union survives external threats.

Protection Orders
Hostile Family Defense

Mandatory Update

Marriage Registration (U.P. â€“ 2024)

Effective ImmediatelyPer Allahabad High Court Guidelines

"Pursuant to directions of the Honâ€™ble Allahabad High Court, the process has been made strict to curb fake registrations. The following evidences are now Non-Negotiable."

Priest's Affidavit

Notarized "Shapath Patra" from the Religious Officiant confirming rituals.

Digital Evidence

Active submission of Ceremony Photos & Live Video Recording.

Consent Affidavits

Individual affidavits from both parties confirming age & free will.

"In the absence of these documents, the Registrar is empowered to reject the application."

Strategic Warnings

Mistakes to Avoid

Ensure your marriage application is rejection-proof by avoiding these critical legal and procedural errors.

Notary 'Marriage'

A Notary Affidavit is NOT a valid marriage proof. It holds zero legal value for Visas, Passports, or Police Protection.

Religious Only

An Arya Samaj or Nikahnama certificate alone is legally insufficient without mandatory Registration with the Govt Registrar.

Data Mismatch

Name/DOB mismatches across Aadhaar, 10th Certificate, and Passport often lead to instant file rejection.

Invalid Age Proof

Horoscopes or affidavits are never accepted. Only 10th Marksheets or Birth Certificates from municipal records are valid.

Jurisdiction Error

Filing in a district where neither party resided for 30 days is a fatal error. Actual residence proof is strictly verified.

Hidden History

Concealing a previous marriage or lack of a final Divorce Decree/Death Certificate constitute perjury and legal fraud.

Common Queries

Frequently Asked
Questions

Can we get a Marriage Certificate without a religious ceremony?

Yes, under the Special Marriage Act (SMA). Court Marriage is a secular process. No religious rituals (Saptapadi/Nikah) are required. The Certificate is issued based on the consent of both parties before the Registrar.

Does parental objection stop the marriage registration?

Not legally. If both parties are adults (Male 21+, Female 18+) and consent freely, parental objection has no legal standing. We also facilitate High Court Protection Orders for couples facing threats.

How fast can we get the Tatkal Marriage Certificate?

Same-Day to 3 Days. Under the Tatkal scheme (UP IGRS), if documents are perfect, the certificate is often issued on the same day of the appointment. Normal process takes 30-60 days.

Is this certificate valid for Foreign Visa/Passport?

100% Globally Valid. The Certificate issued by the Marriage Registrar is a central government-recognized legal document, accepted by all Embassies for Spouse Visas and passport name changes.

Court Marriage vs. Marriage Registration?

Different Processes. "Court Marriage" (SMA) is for couples who are not yet married. "Marriage Registration" (HMA) is for couples who are already married via customs (Pheras/Nikah) and need legal proof.

Is Arya Samaj certificate valid everywhere?

No, Registration is Mandatory. Per Supreme Court orders, an Arya Samaj certificate alone is not valid for Visas or official purposes. It must be registered with the Marriage Registrar to become a legal document.

Can I marry a foreigner under the Special Marriage Act?

Yes, Absolutely. One partner needs to be an Indian citizen or reside in India for 30 days. Required documents include a "Single Status Certificate" (NOC) from the foreigner's embassy.

What if my partner is divorced?

Decree Absolute Required. You must provide the original certified copy of the Divorce Decree. If the appeal period is not over, the marriage cannot be registered.