How to Apply for Medical Fitness Certificate

Disclaimer

The sample Medical Fitness Certificate format provided below is only for illustrative and reference purposes and has been adapted from a government site to help readers understand the general nature of the form.

What Is a Medical Fitness Certificate

A Medical Fitness Certificate is an official document issued by a registered medical authority certifying that a person is physically and/or mentally fit for a specific purpose.

Common Uses

Medical Fitness Certificates are commonly required for:

• Government and private employment
• School/college admission
• Competitive exams and training
• Driving licence (in specified cases)
• Overseas travel, visas, and insurance
• Sports, defence, and physical training programs

Who Can Issue a Medical Fitness Certificate

• Government Hospital Doctor
• Government Dispensary / CHC / PHC
• Medical Officer notified by State Government

State-wise Reality: Forms & Procedure

There is no single national format for a Medical Fitness Certificate.

Each State/Department/Institution may prescribe:

• Its own format
• Specific medical tests
• Designated issuing authority

Offline Procedure (Most Common)

• Visit Government Hospital / Dispensary
• Obtain prescribed Medical Fitness Certificate format (if any)
• Undergo medical examination
• Doctor records findings
• Certificate issued with signature, seal, and registration number

No examination = no certificate. Rubber stamps are not medical degrees.

Online-Assisted Procedure (Where Available)

• Apply through State e-District / service portal
• Book hospital or doctor appointment
• Appear for physical examination
• Certificate issued physically or digitally

Online systems organise queues, not health.

Tests Commonly Conducted

Depending on purpose:

• General physical examination
• Vision test
• Blood pressure
• Medical history review
• Special tests (for defence, driving, sports, etc.)

Tests vary. The certificate adapts to the job.

Fees

Generally nominal

• Often ₹20–₹100 in Government facilities
• Many Government hospitals issue it free of cost
• Private hospitals may charge more, but acceptance depends on authority.

FAQs – Medical Fitness Certificate

1. Is there a standard format across India?

No. Formats vary by purpose and authority.

2. Can a private doctor issue it?

Only if the receiving authority permits it.

3. What is the validity period?

Usually 3–6 months, unless specified otherwise.

4. Is physical examination compulsory?

Yes. Fitness cannot be self-certified.

5. Can one certificate be reused?

Only if the purpose and validity match.

6. Is online-only certificate valid?

Rarely. Most require doctor's physical examination and seal.

7. Can it be rejected?

Yes, if not issued by an authorised medical authority.