How-To Guides

Update your Aadhaar name, address, mobile, DOB or biometrics online at myAadhaar or at a centre. Document update is free online till 14 June 2027.

Your UAN (Universal Account Number) is the master key to all EPF services - activate it in 5 minutes to check balance, withdraw PF, and transfer funds

Age relaxation means extra years added to the upper age limit for reserved categories. SC/ST get +5, OBC +3, PwD +10. Here is what it means, who qualifies, and what the form is asking.

Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC) is essential for availing 15-27% reservation in government jobs and education. Apply online through your state e-District portal in 3 steps.

Domicile certificate proves your permanent residence in a state - essential for state government jobs, state university quota, and state-specific schemes

Get driving license online through Parivahan portal - Learner's License first, then permanent DL after practice and driving test at RTO

EWS certificate gives 10% reservation in government jobs and education for General category families with annual income below ₹8 lakh

Income certificate proves your annual family income - required for government schemes, college admissions, job applications, and legal proceedings. Apply online in your state.

Get OBC-NCL certificate from Tehsildar/SDM office, income limit ₹8 lakh/year, valid 1 financial year for central govt jobs & UPSC. Apply online at your state portal or offline at district office.

Get a new PAN card in 7-15 days or an instant e-PAN in 10 minutes using Aadhaar - essential for income tax, bank accounts, and investments

Apply for Indian passport online through Passport Seva portal - normal processing 30 days, Tatkal (urgent) in 1-3 days for travel emergencies

Apply for birth certificate online within 21 days for free or complete delayed registration with this complete guide

Check your credit score FREE from all 4 bureaus - CIBIL, Experian, Equifax, CRIF. RBI mandates one free annual report from each bureau

Check your PF (Provident Fund) balance in 30 seconds using UMANG app, EPFO portal, SMS, or missed call: no office visit needed

Check land ownership, khasra/khatauni records, plot maps, and property history online for FREE - every state has a digital Bhulekh portal with verified records

Check your ration card status, apply for a new card, or update member details - all online through your state's food department portal

Register death and obtain certificate within 21 days with this step-by-step guide for all states

Download your digital e-EPIC voter ID or register as a new voter if you've turned 18 - Election Commission portal with instant access

File complaint against companies, hospitals, builders, insurers at edaakhil.nic.in - consumer court is faster than regular courts and awards compensation

Got wrong tax demand, delayed refund, or TDS mismatch? File a grievance on e-Nivaran portal - free, online, response within 30 days

Register your child's birth, download digital certificate from crsorgi.gov.in, or correct errors - completely online with DigiLocker integration

Register your marriage and get a marriage certificate online - required for joint bank accounts, spouse visa, insurance nomination, and property inheritance rights

Link Aadhaar with your bank account to receive government payments (PM Kisan, LPG subsidy, scholarships, tax refunds). 4 easy methods, 2-15 minutes.

Link Aadhaar with PAN in 2 minutes online - mandatory under Section 139AA. Late linking attracts ₹1,000 penalty. Unlinked PAN becomes inoperative.

Store all your government documents digitally in one free vault - Aadhaar, PAN, marksheets, driving license, vehicle RC. Register on DigiLocker in 2 minutes.

Transfer vehicle Registration Certificate to your name after buying used car/bike - complete online on Parivahan with one RTO visit for inspection