How to Download Death Certificate Online

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Overview

Once a death is registered, a digital copy of the death certificate can be downloaded from the Civil Registration System portal using the registration number and date of death.

Eligibility

The death has been registered in the CRS portal
You have the registration number or searchable details
The certificate has been approved by the registrar

Documents Required

Death registration number
Date of death
Name of the deceased
No upload required for download

Fees

Service	Fee
Digital death certificate Most states do not charge for the first digital copy	Free

Processing Time

Instant

The certificate is available only after the registrar approves the registration.

Step-by-Step Process

Visit the CRS portal

Open https://crsorgi.gov.in and go to the death certificate search or download section.

CRS portal homepage showing death certificate download option

Download Certificate

Click "Download Certificate" or "Search Death Record".

Download Certificate

Click "Download Certificate" or "Search Death Record".

Enter registration details

Fill in the registration number, date of death, and captcha. Some portals allow search by name and place.

This step takes place inside the secure government portal after you log in. We do not show a simulated screen for post-login pages; follow the instructions below.

Verify with OTP or captcha

Complete the verification step using the OTP sent to the registered mobile or the captcha on the page.

This step takes place inside the secure government portal after you log in. We do not show a simulated screen for post-login pages; follow the instructions below.

View and download the certificate

After verification, view the certificate and click Download to save the PDF.

This step takes place inside the secure government portal after you log in. We do not show a simulated screen for post-login pages; follow the instructions below.

Check all details carefully. If there is an error, apply for correction through the CRS portal.

Save a backup copy

Store the downloaded PDF securely and print a copy if required for legal or administrative use.

This step takes place inside the secure government portal after you log in. We do not show a simulated screen for post-login pages; follow the instructions below.

Common Mistakes

Entering the wrong registration number or date of death

Searching before the registrar approves the registration

Using a mobile number not linked to the application

Not checking the downloaded certificate for errors

Common Errors & Fixes

Error	Fix
Record not found	Verify the registration number and date of death, or wait for registrar approval.
OTP not received	Ensure the registered mobile is active and click Resend OTP.
Certificate not generated	The registrar may still be processing. Check again after a few days.
Incorrect details in certificate	Apply for a correction with supporting documents through the CRS portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I download a death certificate without a registration number?

Some state portals allow search by name and date of death, but the registration number is the fastest way.

Is the downloaded death certificate valid?

Yes. A certificate downloaded from the official CRS portal is legally valid.

How soon can I download after registration?

Usually within 7 to 15 working days after the registrar approves the registration.

Can I download a death certificate for a relative?

Basic search may be public; full certificate download may require registered informant details.

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