Quick answer: To register a marriage in Delhi you need Aadhaar + DOB proof of both partners, proof of marriage (ceremony certificate / wedding card / photos), 2 witnesses, and an SDM appointment. Government fee is ₹500; with full advocate service it's ₹12,000 and completes in 1 working day. The Supreme Court has made marriage registration mandatory in India. Searching by ceremony? See our wedding registration in Delhi guide — the same Form-V process explained from the wedding angle, with online, Tatkal and area-wise details.
Who Needs Marriage Registration?
- Couples married at Arya Samaj Mandir — the Mandir certificate alone is not accepted for passport/visa; SDM Form-V is required. Why both certificates matter
- Temple / gurudwara / home wedding couples — ceremony happened but never registered
- Nikah couples — nikahnama + SDM registration for government records
- Couples needing certificate for passport, spouse visa, bank, insurance, property or name change
- Couples married years ago — late registration is possible with wedding proof and affidavits
Marriage Registration Fees in Delhi (2026)
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| Government fee — Hindu Marriage Act (Form-V) | ₹500 |
| Government fee — Special Marriage Act | ₹150 |
| Delhi Tatkal (24-hour) service — govt fee | ₹10,000 |
| Complete advocate package (affidavits + notary + online application + SDM filing + same-day appearance) | ₹12,000 |
| If ceremony also needed (Arya Samaj + registration) | ₹7,100 |
| Special Marriage Act full route | ₹15,000 |
| Government late fee (registration after 90 days) | ₹1,500 fine |
Documents for Marriage Registration in Delhi
- Aadhaar Card of husband and wife (original + copies)
- Date-of-birth proof of both — 10th certificate / passport / birth certificate
- Proof of marriage: Arya Samaj / temple certificate, nikahnama, wedding invitation card, or 2–3 ceremony photographs
- 4 passport-size photos each + 1 joint marriage photo
- Affidavits of marriage date, place and marital status (we draft)
- 2 witnesses with Aadhaar and PAN card
- Delhi address proof of either partner (decides SDM jurisdiction)
How to Register: Online + SDM Process
| Step | Who Does It | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Document check on WhatsApp | You + our legal team | 30 min |
| 2. Online application on Delhi e-District portal | We file | Same day |
| 3. Affidavits drafted & notarised | We prepare | 1 hour |
| 4. SDM appointment | We schedule (priority slots) | Same / next day |
| 5. Appearance — couple + 2 witnesses | You attend, we accompany | 30–45 min |
| 6. Form-V certificate issued | SDM | Same day |
DIY vs advocate: Self-applying via the e-District portal is possible but appointment slots run 15–30 days out, affidavit formats change, and a single document error means re-booking. Our legal team's daily presence at SDM Tis Hazari means first-attempt acceptance.
Which SDM Office Will Register Your Marriage?
Jurisdiction = where either spouse resides (or where the marriage was solemnised). Tis Hazari covers Central/North Delhi; Dwarka covers South-West; Karkardooma covers East; Saket covers South; Rohini covers North-West. Full list: court marriage in Delhi guide.
मैरिज रजिस्ट्रेशन दिल्ली — हिंदी में जानकारी
अगर आपकी शादी आर्य समाज मंदिर, मंदिर, गुरुद्वारे या निकाह से हुई है तो सरकारी मैरिज सर्टिफिकेट (Form-V) बनवाना ज़रूरी है — पासपोर्ट, वीज़ा, बैंक और प्रॉपर्टी के लिए यही मान्य है। सरकारी फीस सिर्फ ₹500 है; एडवोकेट के साथ पूरा काम — एफिडेविट, ऑनलाइन अप्लाई, SDM फाइलिंग — ₹12,000 में 1 दिन में हो जाता है। दस्तावेज़: आधार, 10वीं मार्कशीट, शादी का प्रूफ (कार्ड/फोटो/मंदिर सर्टिफिकेट), 4-4 फोटो और 2 गवाह। कॉल करें: 9315198092।
Frequently Asked Questions — Marriage Registration Delhi
Only ₹500 under the Hindu Marriage Act (₹150 under SMA). Our complete advocate package — affidavits, notary, e-District application, filing, same-day appearance — is ₹12,000 total.
Yes — late registration is allowed with wedding proof (card/photos/certificate) and a delay-explanation affidavit. No penalty in Delhi for late registration under HMA.
The application is online (Delhi e-District portal) but one physical appearance at the SDM office is mandatory for both spouses and witnesses. We file online and arrange the earliest slot.
Yes — Delhi Govt's Tatkal service issues the certificate within 24 hours for a ₹10,000 government fee. Useful for urgent visa deadlines. We handle Tatkal filings regularly.
Both spouses must appear. For NRI couples we plan registration within a short India trip — see our NRI marriage service (apostille + courier included).
Get Your Marriage Certificate This Week
WhatsApp your documents for a free check. Advocate-filed registration at any Delhi SDM — ₹12,000 fixed, certificate in 1 working day.