How to File Birth Certificate Name Correction Affidavit in Municipal Corporation

A Birth Certificate is the primary legal proof of age and citizenship in India. If there is a typographical spelling mistake in the child’s or parent’s name, filing a legally valid affidavit is required under Section 15 of the Registration of Births and Deaths Act, 1969.

1. When is a Birth Certificate Affidavit Required?

• Spelling Error Correction: Typographical mistake in child’s name, father’s name, or mother’s name recorded in the hospital register.
• Name Addition: Adding the child’s official name if only "Baby of..." was recorded initially.
• Delayed Registration: Applying for a birth certificate after 1 year of birth requires an order from an Executive Magistrate along with a sworn affidavit.

2. Step-by-Step Procedure at Nagar Nigam / Registrar Office

1. Generate the birth correction affidavit on non-judicial stamp paper (₹10 or ₹100 depending on state rules) using our form filler.

2. Get the affidavit notarized by a Notary Public or Executive Magistrate.

3. Submit the affidavit along with hospital discharge summary, school TC/admit card, parent Aadhaar card, and original incorrect birth certificate to the Municipal Registrar of Births and Deaths.

4. The Registrar verifies records and updates the birth entry, issuing a fresh corrected birth certificate.