Who needs an income certificate?
Students applying for scholarships or EWS/OBC-NCL certificates, families applying for ration cards, Ayushman Bharat, housing or pension schemes, and anyone seeking fee concessions.
Which documents are required for an income certificate?
- Aadhaar card of the applicant
- Address proof — ration card, voter ID or utility bill
- Income proof — salary slip, Form 16/ITR, or a self-declaration affidavit for informal work
- Passport-size photograph
- Previous income certificate, if renewing
How much does an income certificate cost?
Free–₹50 by state
Uttar Pradesh ₹15, Delhi no fee; other states set their own. CSC / kiosk charges are extra. See the table below.
NeedUp adds a small service charge for operator assistance; it is shown before you pay, and you pay only through the app.
How long does an income certificate take?
7–20 days
Delhi 14 days, UP and Punjab 20 days. In Haryana it is issued from the verified Family ID income.
Income certificate fees by state (2026)
| State | Government fee | Time | What to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haryana | No fee listed on Saral | Depends on Family ID verification | Issued from the verified income in your Family ID. No documents needed. Valid until 31 March of the financial year. |
| Uttar Pradesh | ₹15 | 20 days | Paid online through e-Sathi. The Lekhpal inspects, the Tehsildar approves. Self-declaration and residence proof needed. |
| Delhi | No fee | 14 days | Issued by the SDM. ID proof, residence proof, income proof and a self-declaration. |
| Punjab | Ask at Sewa Kendra | 20 days | A Patwari and Nambardar / Sarpanch report is mandatory, with a self-declaration. |
Sources: Saral Haryana, e-District UP checklist, Delhi Revenue Department and Punjab eServices, checked on 24 September 2026. CSC / kiosk charges are extra. For other states, ask a NeedUp operator.
How to apply for an income certificate online with NeedUp
- 1Start an "Income Certificate" request on NeedUp and share your state and district.
- 2Upload Aadhaar, address proof, income proof and a photo.
- 3The operator fills the e-District form with the correct income declaration and pays the fee.
- 4A revenue official verifies the details (sometimes by a visit or phone call).
- 5Download the digitally signed certificate from the portal; the operator sends the PDF in chat.
Income certificate in Haryana: issued from your Family ID
Since September 2022, Haryana issues income certificates on Saral straight from the verified income in your Family ID (Parivar Pehchan Patra). You do not need to upload income proof, a Patwari report or an affidavit, and the certificate is valid until 31 March of the current financial year.
If the certificate shows the wrong income, the fix is in the Family ID: correct the income there, get it verified by the local committee, then apply again. A NeedUp operator can do both steps.
आय प्रमाण पत्र — हिंदी में जानकारी
आय प्रमाण पत्र परिवार की वार्षिक आय बताता है और तहसीलदार/SDM राज्य के e-District पोर्टल से जारी करते हैं। छात्रवृत्ति, EWS आरक्षण, फीस छूट और योजनाओं के लिए ज़रूरी है। शुल्क राज्य के अनुसार: उत्तर प्रदेश ₹15, दिल्ली निःशुल्क; 7–20 दिन में जारी। हरियाणा में यह सरल पोर्टल पर फैमिली आईडी की सत्यापित आय से बनता है, कोई दस्तावेज़ नहीं लगता, और 31 मार्च तक मान्य रहता है। आय गलत हो तो पहले फैमिली आईडी में सुधार करवाएँ।
Frequently asked questions about an income certificate
How long is an income certificate valid?
It depends on the state. In Haryana it is valid until 31 March of the current financial year. Many other states treat it as valid for about a year; check the date printed on your certificate.
What is the income certificate fee in UP?
₹15, paid online through e-Sathi, with a 20-day service time, according to the e-District UP checklist. A Jan Seva Kendra may charge extra for filling it.
Do I need documents for an income certificate in Haryana?
No. Haryana issues it from the verified income in your Family ID, so no income proof, Patwari report or affidavit is needed. If the income is wrong, correct it in the Family ID first.
Who issues an income certificate?
The Tehsildar, Sub-Divisional Magistrate or district revenue authority, depending on the state, through the e-District system.
What income proof do I need if I have no salary slip?
A self-declaration affidavit of annual income is accepted for farmers, labourers and self-employed applicants; the operator drafts it for you.
How much does an income certificate cost?
It depends on the state: ₹15 in Uttar Pradesh, no fee in Delhi, and no fee is listed on Saral in Haryana. CSC charges and NeedUp's service charge are extra.
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