Disclaimer:
The Income and Asset Certificate Application form provided is only for illustrative and reference purposes and has been adapted from the Application format used by Government to explain the general nature of information typically required.
Certificate formats, eligibility conditions, income and asset thresholds, documentation requirements, fees, timelines, and issuing authorities vary across States and Union Territories and are governed by their respective Revenue Rules, Welfare Schemes, and Government notifications.
What Is an Income and Asset Certificate
An Income and Asset Certificate is an official document issued by a State/UT revenue authority certifying:
- Annual family income, and
- Movable and immovable assets owned by the family
It is commonly required for:
- Reservation under Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)
- Scholarships and fee concessions
- Welfare schemes
- Certains government recruitments and admissions
Issuing Authority
Depending on the State/UT, the certificate is issued by:
- Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM)
- Tehsildar/Revenue Officer
- District Magistrate
- e-District/Citizen Service Centres
Online and Offline Application
| State/UT | Official Portal | Online Mode | Offline Mode | Fee | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | https://edistrict.delhigovt.nic.in/ | Yes | SDM Office | (Indicative) | 7-15 days |
| Maharashtra | https://aaplesarkar.mahaonline.gov.in/ | Yes | Tehsil Office | Nil/Nominal | 7-15 days |
| Uttar Pradesh | https://edistrict.up.gov.in/edistrictup/ | Yes | Tehsil Office | Nominal | 10-20 days |
| Karnataka | https://nadakacherikarnataka.in/ | Yes | Nadakcheri | Nominal | 5-10 days |
| Tamil Nadu | https://www.tnesevai.tn.gov.in/ | Yes | e-Sevai Centre | Nominal | 7-15 days |
| Other States | State e-District Portals | Yes | Revenue Office | Varies | Varies |
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Online Procedure
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- Visit the State e-District/citizen service portal
- Select Income and Asset Certificate
- Fill the online application form
- Upload documents
- Pay fee
- Submit and track status online.
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Offline Procedure
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- Obtain the prescribed form from SDM/Tehsil office
- Fill in income and asset details
- Attach supporting documents
- Submit to the competent authority
- Local inquiry/verification
- Collect certificate
Documents Commonly Required
- Income certificate/Income Proof
- Salary slips/ pension details/ IT return
- Land records / property documents
- Affidavit declaring income and assets
- Ration card / family register
- Address proof
- Identity proof
Fees
- Usually Nil or nominal
- CSC/ e-sevai centres may charge a service fee
Validity
- Commonly valid for one financial year
- Fresh certificate required for each admission/recruitment cycle
FAQ's
No. This includes assets in addition to income.
Yes, where the EWS benefit is claimed.
No. Supporting documents and verification are required.
Depends on State rules and scheme guidelines.
Yes, if false information is found.
Often required, but depends on State notifications.
Files
| Attachment | Size |
|---|---|
| Sample: Income and Asset Certificate (242.79 KB) | 242.79 KB |
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