Marriage registration in Telangana is a legal requirement that must be completed online or at the Sub-Registrar Office. Getting a marriage registration certificate is important for completing various formalities such as changing the name on a PAN card, applying for a passport, and obtaining a visa. Marriage registrations are governed by the Registration & Stamps Department, Government of TelanganaUnder the Telangana Compulsory Registration of Marriage Act, 2002, it is mandatory for all marriages to be registered at the Sub-Registrar Office. The certificate serves as proof of the marriage and ensures legal recognition of the union. Couples can apply for marriage registration through the Sub-Registrar Office in their jurisdiction, following the prescribed procedure and submitting the necessary documents.You can also apply online through the Official Telangana portal.
Telangana Hindu Marriage Act
Marriage registration can be completed under two Act namely, Hindu Marriage Act and Special Marriage Act in the State of Telangana: For a marriage to be registered under the Hindu Marriage Act, the following conditions must be fulfilled:
- The two partners are Hindus
- Neither party has a spouse living at the time of the marriage
- At the time of the marriage, neither party is incapable of giving a valid consent to the wedding
- At the time of marriage, neither party is has been suffering from mental disorder of such a kind or to such an extent as to be unfit for marriage and the procreation of children
- During the time of marriage, neither party has been subject to recurrent attacks of insanity or epilepsy
- The bridegroom has completed the age of 21 years, and the Bride, the age of 18 years at the time of the marriage
- The couple is not within the degrees of prohibited relationship unless the custom or usage governing each of them permits of a marriage between the two
- The parties are not sapindas of each other unless the custom or usage governing each of them permits of a marriage between the two
Benefits for Marriage Registration in Telangana
- Legal Proof: A marriage certificate serves as an official legal document, recognised by the government and embassies, validating the marriage
- Social Security: A marriage certificate enables access to social security benefits, such as survivor pensions and inheritance rights
- Travel and Immigration: It is essential for opening joint bank accounts, applying for passports, and securing spouse visas for international travel
- Legal Protection: The certificate is crucial in legal matters such as divorce proceedings, child custody cases, and property inheritance disputes
- Dispute Resolution: It acts as key evidence in legal conflicts, helping resolve issues and protecting the rights of children in case of marital disputes
- Financial Benefits: A marriage certificate is required for opening joint bank accounts, applying for loans, and availing financial services as a married couple.
Telangana Special Marriage Act
A person of any faith can register the marriage under the Special Marriage Act. Further, persons belonging to different relations and faiths can also have their marriage registered under the Special Marriage Act in Telangana. To register a marriage under the Special Marriage Act, the public should receive a 30-day notice before the solemnization of the wedding. Thus, under the Special Marriage Act, after the receipt of the notice, the marriage officer will enter a real copy in the marriage notice book and will publish the marriage notice in the notice board of Sub-Registrar office. Also, the notice will be published in the office of the Marriage Registrar in whose District the parties are permanently residing. Before the expiry of 30 days of notice, any person can object to the marriage if it contradicts the essential conditions noted below. If there are no objections, after the expiry of 30 days of notice, the Sub-Registrar will register the marriage. To register the wedding, the Bridegroom and Bride should sign a declaration in the presence of three witnesses, and they should utter in the language known:
- I take ________ to be my lawful husband
- I take ________ to be my lawful wife
Also, the couple could choose any other form of solemnization like exchanging the garlands or chain, apart from the above.
Procedure for Hindu Marriage Registration
To obtain a marriage registration certificate in Telangana, the Form A reproduced below in duplicate must be submitted along with the following documents:
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Documents Required for Marriage Registration in Telangana?
- Proof of Age: SSC Certificates or Passport for both bride and groom
- Marriage Photograph: A recent photo of the wedding ceremony showing both partners
- Residential Proof: Aadhaar card, utility bills, or rental agreements
- Marriage Invitation Card: A copy of the wedding invitation
- Witnesses: Three witnesses to sign the form and marriage register
- Application Form: Complete Form A with accurate details
- Affidavit (if required): For special circumstances or age discrepancies
- Additional Documents (for Christian Marriages): Church certificate or minister’s license
- Marriage Certificate (for Special Marriage Act): After the 30-day notice period, a certificate is issued once the couple signs a declaration.
Eligibility Criteria for Marriage Registration in Telangana?
- The bride must be at least 18 years old at the time of marriage
- The bridegroom must be at least 21 years old
- An online application must be submitted, along with the prescribed fee and the wedding invitation card
- Neither party can have a living spouse
- Both parties must be mentally sound and capable of giving valid consent
- The couple must not be within a prohibited degree of relationship
- Christian marriages must be solemnised by a licensed minister or clergy, following the rites and customs of the church
- Muslim marriages are registered according to personal laws and community customs
- For both Hindu and Special Marriage Acts, the couple must reside in the jurisdiction for at least 30 days prior to submitting the marriage notice.
These eligibility criteria are designed to ensure the legality and authenticity of marriages registered in Telangana.
