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Legal Heir Certificate

Certificate to establish legal heirs of deceased

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Quick Information

โฑ๏ธ Processing Time

30-60 days

๐Ÿ’ต Fees

โ‚น50-200 (varies by state)

โœ… Eligibility

Legal heirs of deceased person

Who Needs This Document?

Family members to claim assets, insurance, pension, and property of deceased

Required Documents

  • Application form
  • Death certificate of deceased
  • Aadhaar cards of all legal heirs
  • Address proof
  • Relationship proof (birth certificates, marriage certificate)
  • Affidavit listing all legal heirs
  • Two witnesses

Step-by-Step Application Process

1

Get Death Certificate

Obtain death certificate of deceased family member.

2

List All Legal Heirs

Prepare list of all legal heirs with relationship details.

3

Visit Tehsil Office

Go to Tehsil or Revenue office with all heirs (if possible).

4

Submit Application

File application with death certificate, relationship proofs, and affidavit.

5

Verification Process

Officials verify claims and may conduct inquiry.

6

Receive Certificate

Get legal heir certificate listing all rightful heirs.

โš ๏ธ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Not listing all legal heirs (can cause legal issues)
  • Insufficient relationship proof
  • Not getting affidavit notarized

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are considered legal heirs?

Spouse, children, parents, and siblings (in order of succession as per law).

Is this same as succession certificate?

No. Legal heir certificate is for claiming benefits. Succession certificate (from court) is for property transfer.

Can one heir apply alone?

Yes, but certificate will list all legal heirs, not just the applicant.

Ready to Apply?

Visit the official government portal to start your application

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