Domicile Certificate in Maharashtra
Proof of residence
A paper showing you live in Maharashtra (Age–Nationality–Domicile).
Works the same across all of Maharashtra — including Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik, Thane, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Solapur, Kolhapur and every other district.
When do you need this?
- For admission
- For government jobs
- For other government papers
What to keep ready
Pick just one paper from each box.
- Aadhaar card
- PAN card
- Voter ID
- Passport
- Aadhaar card
- Ration card
- Electricity bill
- Water bill
- Birth certificate
- School leaving certificate
- Aadhaar card
How to apply for Domicile Certificate in Maharashtra online
Step by step.
- Make your account (only once). Open the website. Click "New User? Register Here". Type your mobile number. A secret number (OTP) comes to your phone — type it in. Pick a username and password and write them down.
- Go inside (log in). Type your username and password to go in.
- Find the right service. On the left, click "Revenue Department". Then choose "Domicile Certificate".
- Fill the form. Type your name, address and details slowly.Check the spelling — a mistake can get you rejected.
- Add your papers (upload). "Upload" means sending a photo of a paper to the website. Add one paper from each box above.Keep photos clear — blurry photos are the #1 reason for rejection.
- Pay the small fee. Pay with UPI, card or net-banking.
- Send it and save your number. Click Submit. You get a special number (receipt).This number is like a ticket — write it down or screenshot it.
- Wait and check. It usually takes about 15 days. Use "Track Your Application" with your number.
- Download your certificate. When ready, log in and click download. The PDF has a digital signature and QR code — no stamp needed.
Good to know
Proof of 15 years in Maharashtra helps.
Common questions
How do I apply for Domicile Certificate online?
You do it online on the official government website (aaplesarkar.mahaonline.gov.in). Follow the 9 simple steps on this page — each step tells you exactly what to click.
Can I apply for Domicile Certificate from Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur or other cities in Maharashtra?
Yes. Domicile Certificate is done online on the same official Maharashtra portal, so the steps are identical wherever you live — Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik, Thane, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Aurangabad), Solapur, Kolhapur, Amravati and Navi Mumbai, and every other city and district in Maharashtra. Just follow the guide on this page.
How much does Domicile Certificate cost?
~₹35 Sahaay itself is completely free and never charges you.
How long does Domicile Certificate take?
~15 days
What documents are needed for Domicile Certificate?
Keep ready: Who you are, Where you live, Your age. Any one document per group is enough.
What is the official website for Domicile Certificate?
The official government website is aaplesarkar.mahaonline.gov.in. Sahaay links you straight to it — always check the address is the correct .gov.in site, and never share your OTP or password.