Can the Succession Certificate application be made online?

Answer By law4u team

No, currently in India, a Succession Certificate application cannot be fully made online. It must be filed physically in the appropriate District Civil Court having jurisdiction. However, here is a detailed explanation with some exceptions and digital aspects involved: 1. Jurisdiction and Filing Procedure A Succession Certificate application is filed under Section 372 of the Indian Succession Act, 1925. It must be filed before the District Judge (Civil Court) in the area where the deceased person ordinarily resided at the time of death, or where their property is located if they had no fixed residence. The process involves: Submitting a petition with necessary documents Verification by affidavit Court notice to public/relatives Hearing and objection, if any Issuance of certificate 2. Online Filing Status As of now, full online filing of succession certificate applications is not available across India. However, some High Courts and District Courts in metro cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru have introduced e-filing portals, where lawyers can upload petitions electronically — but even in such cases, physical verification, hearings, and issuance are done in court. 3. eCourts Portal (View-Only Services) On the [eCourts portal](https://ecourts.gov.in), you can: Check case status View cause lists Track the hearing schedule for succession certificate petitions, if already filed But it does not offer a facility to file succession certificate petitions online for general public. 4. Lawyer’s Role Usually, a lawyer drafts and files the petition on behalf of the legal heir(s). Although some digital signatures and uploads are possible in e-filing systems (for lawyers), the parties are still required to be physically present in court for affidavits, evidence, and final orders. Summary: No, a Succession Certificate application cannot be made entirely online in India. It must be filed in the District Civil Court having proper jurisdiction. While some courts offer limited e-filing for lawyers, physical presence is required for document verification, hearings, and final issuance.

Answer By Ayantika Mondal

Dear Client, No application for a Succession Certificate cannot be submitted fully online through an Indian government portal. It is a legal procedure that entails filing a petition under Section 372 of the Indian Succession Act 1925 with the District Court or High Court that has jurisdiction over the deceased's home or property.The petition should be submitted physically along with supporting documents like the death certificate, evidence of relationship, and information regarding assets. Nevertheless, most private legal service websites currently provide online help for drafting and submitting the petition. These websites enable you to upload papers and fill out paperwork from home, but the submission and court hearings are still done offline by an advocate.Once submitted, the court publishes a public notice and, following the waiting period and hearing, the certificate can be issued. In other words the actual application and issuance of a Succession Certificate is still an offline court process even though the preparation process can be initiated online through legal service providers. I hope this answer helps. In case of future queries, please feel free to contact us. Thank you.