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How to Apply for a Domicile Certificate Online in Uttar Pradesh
A domicile certificate in Uttar Pradesh, called the Nivas Praman Patra or residence certificate, proves that you are a permanent resident of the state. You need it for state quota in admissions and jobs, UP scholarships, and many schemes limited to residents. In UP you apply online through the state e-District portal and log in on its e-Sathi citizen counter at esathi.up.gov.in. This page covers the whole flow: the residence proofs you upload, how to fill the e-Sathi form, the fee, how a Lekhpal verifies that you actually live in the Tehsil, how to download the signed certificate, and the revenue appeal route if the certificate is wrongly refused. Last verified October 2026.
- Where: UP e-District portal, citizen login e-Sathi at esathi.up.gov.in.
- Also called: Nivas Praman Patra, residence certificate.
- Papers: Aadhaar, ration card or bills, voter ID, self declaration of residence.
- Signed by: the Tehsildar or SDM, after the Lekhpal verifies your residence.
- If refused: appeal to the SDM / ADM / Collector, then the revenue court; Claw can track it.
01What the certificate is and who needs it
A domicile certificate records that you are a permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh, usually based on how long you or your family have lived at an address in the state. It is signed by the Tehsildar or SDM.
Common uses are:
- State quota in UP colleges, universities and professional courses.
- UP government jobs and exams that favour state residents.
- State scholarships and welfare schemes limited to residents.
Do not confuse it with a caste or income certificate; domicile is only about residence. Many students need all three for a single admission, so people often apply for them together on the same portal.
02Documents that prove residence
The point of this certificate is to show you live in UP, so the proofs are address based:
| Document | Why it is asked |
|---|---|
| Aadhaar of the applicant | Identity and address |
| Ration card or electricity bill | Address and length of residence |
| Voter ID of the family | Supports long residence in the state |
| Self declaration of residence | Your statement on the prescribed format |
| Passport size photo | Attached to the application |
For students, a school leaving certificate or marksheet from a UP school is useful evidence of residence. Keep the address consistent across every document, because a mismatch between Aadhaar and the ration card is the usual cause of delay.
03Step by step on e-Sathi
Domicile certificates use the same UP e-District portal.
- 1. Register. At esathi.up.gov.in, open "New User Registration", create a login ID and verify the OTP.
- 2. Pick the service. Log in and choose the residence or domicile certificate (Nivas Praman Patra) service.
- 3. Fill the form. Enter name, father or husband name, full UP address and how long you have lived there, matching Aadhaar.
- 4. Upload documents. Attach the address proofs, self declaration and photo.
- 5. Pay and submit. Pay the small portal fee and submit, then save the application number.
The Lekhpal verifies the residence and the Tehsildar or SDM signs the certificate.
04Fee, timeline and validity
The online fee is a small fixed amount through the e-Sathi gateway; a CSC may add a service charge.
Delivery depends on the Lekhpal verification and is usually a few working days once the field check is done. A domicile certificate is generally treated as a long lived document because residence does not change often, but some offices still prefer a recent one, so read the scheme or admission rule.
05Track, download and verify
Log in to e-Sathi, open your application with its number, and download the signed PDF once the status shows issued.
- The certificate number is verifiable by the receiving office on the e-District portal.
- Keep the PDF and a printout.
- If verification stalls, visit the Tehsil or the CSC with your application number.
06Common reasons it is rejected
Most domicile rejections are about proof of residence:
- Address on Aadhaar does not match the ration card or bills.
- Not enough proof of long residence in the state.
- Applied in the wrong Tehsil for the address.
- Unclear or missing uploads.
A documentation rejection is corrected and re-applied. If you can prove you are a resident and the refusal is still wrong, you can appeal, explained next.
07If it is wrongly refused: the appeal route
A domicile certificate is a revenue decision. If the Tehsildar or SDM wrongly refuses it, you can file an appeal or revision before the higher revenue authority, usually the SDM, Additional District Magistrate or Collector, and a continuing denial of a resident right can be taken by writ petition to the Allahabad High Court or its Lucknow Bench.
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08Sources and further reading
- e-District Uttar Pradesh: edistrict.up.gov.in
- e-Sathi citizen portal: esathi.up.gov.in
- eCourts (case status): ecourts.gov.in
- Claw: clawlaw.in
This page is general information for readers in India, not legal advice. Fees and steps can change, so confirm current details on the official UP portal before you apply.
09Frequently asked questions
What is a domicile certificate in UP?
It is the Nivas Praman Patra or residence certificate, which proves you are a permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh. It is used for state quota in admissions and jobs and for state-only schemes.
Which portal do I use?
The UP e-District portal. Apply through the e-Sathi citizen login at esathi.up.gov.in and choose the residence or domicile certificate service.
What proof of residence works best?
Aadhaar plus a ration card or electricity bill, family voter ID, and for students a UP school certificate. The address must be consistent across documents and match the Tehsil you apply in.
Does a domicile certificate expire?
Residence does not change often, so it is generally treated as a long lived document, but some offices prefer a recent one. Check the admission or scheme rule you need it for.
What if it is wrongly refused?
Fix any document issue and re-apply. If the refusal is wrong on the merits, you can appeal or seek revision before the SDM, ADM or Collector, and a denied resident right can go to the Allahabad High Court. Claw can track that matter.
Can I apply for domicile, income and caste together?
Yes. All three are revenue certificates on the same UP e-District portal, and students often apply for them together for a single admission.