How to Print Birth Certificate Online Easily!!
Service Code: COC-101 | Department: Greater Chennai Corporation | Service Charge: ₹30
Purpose:
The Printing of Birth Certificate service enables citizens to obtain official birth certificates through the e-District portal. It is designed for:
- Parents or guardians needing official birth records
- Legal representatives requiring birth documentation
- Individuals needing certified birth certificates for various purposes
- Citizens registered within Greater Chennai Corporation limits
Required Information:
Mandatory Search Criteria:
- Gender of the child
- Date of Birth of the child
- Additional Search Options: Registration Number, Child Name, Father Name, or Mother Name
Special Requirements:
- No Citizen Access Number (CAN) required for this service
- Registration Details: Must have existing birth registration in corporation records
- Search Criteria: Gender and Date of Birth are mandatory for search
- Payment: Required before certificate download
- Digital Certificate: Instantly generated after payment
Step-by-Step Application Process:
1. Visit the Portal: Login to e-Sevai Tamil Nadu https://tnedistrict.tn.gov.in portal as Operator
2. Navigate to Service: Services - Greater Chennai Corporation - COC-101 Printing of Birth Certificate
3. Search Records:
- Select Gender (Mandatory)
- Select Date of Birth (Mandatory)
- Optional: Enter Registration Number, Child Name, Father Name, or Mother Name
- Click Search
4. Select Record: Click option button next to desired birth record
5. Submit Application: Click Submit Application button
6. Get Certificate: Click Get Certificate after successful submission
7. Payment: Click Confirm Payment of ₹30
8. Download: Click Download Certificate to generate birth certificate
Alternative CSC Centre Method:
Applicants may also obtain certificates through any Common Service Centre (CSC) where trained operators assist with:
- Record searching and verification
- Application submission
- Payment processing
- Certificate printing and collection
- Technical guidance and support
After Submission:
- Instant Processing: Certificate generation is immediate after payment
- Digital Download: Certificate can be downloaded instantly
- Print Option: Certificate can be printed directly from browser
- Receipt: Payment receipt available for download
- No Verification: No backend verification required for existing records
Important Notes:
- Search Requirements: Gender and Date of Birth are mandatory for record search
- Record Availability: Service only for pre-registered birth records
- Payment: ₹30 fee required before certificate download
- Instant Service: No waiting period for certificate generation
- Digital Format: Certificate generated in standard government format
- Print Quality: Ensure printer settings for optimal certificate quality
- Multiple Copies: Can generate multiple copies if needed
- Validity: Certificate is officially valid for all purposes
- Greater Chennai Corporation: Service limited to Chennai Corporation jurisdiction
- No Documents Required: Only search criteria needed, no document upload
- Browser Compatibility: Works best with Google Chrome browser
Apply Online: https://tnedistrict.tn.gov.in
Assistance: Visit your nearest e-Sevai / CSC Centre
This guide is based on the Tamil Nadu e-District User Manual (COC-101). Government of Tamil Nadu, 2016.
