How to Apply for Legal Heir Certificate Online Easily!!

by vellorecity | Sep 24, 2025 | How to apply, News

Service Code: REV-114 | Department Charges: ₹0 | Service Charge: ₹60

Purpose:

The Legal Heir Certificate is an official document that establishes the relationship between the deceased and their legal heirs (spouse, children, parents, etc.). It is required for:

– Claiming inheritance and transferring property, bank accounts, and assets

– Settling insurance claims and pension benefits

– Government service benefits transfer

– Other legal and financial purposes after death

Required Documents:

– Death Certificate of the deceased
– Address Proof of the deceased (last place of residence)
– Self-Declaration of the spouse/applicant listing all legal heirs

Relationship Verification Documents (as applicable):
– Marriage Proof (Marriage Certificate, Passport, Voter ID, Aadhaar)
– Children’s Proof (Birth Certificates or School Transfer Certificates)
– ID Proofs of all heirs (Birth Certificate, Community Certificate, Aadhaar, Passport, TC, NPR, Employee Record)

Special Circumstances:
– If multiple marriages: Death Certificate of first spouse / divorce decree / second marriage proof
– If parents are heirs: Parents’ Death Certificates or self-declaration
– For adopted heirs: Legal adoption proof / Guardianship order

Special Requirement:
– Applicant must have a valid Citizen Access Number (CAN)
– If no CAN, register first on the e-District portal using Aadhaar and OTP verification

Application Process:

1. Get CAN
– Visit: https://tnedistrict.tn.gov.in
– Register using Aadhaar and obtain a permanent CAN

2. Apply for Certificate
– Log in to e-District portal
– Navigate: Services – Revenue Department – REV-114 Legal Heir Certificate

3. Fill Application Form
– Enter Deceased Details (Name, Date/Place of Death, Death Certificate No., Parents’ details)
– Enter Address of Deceased
– Add Legal Heirs Details (Name, Age, Relationship, Marital/Living Status)
– Enter Petitioner’s Relationship to the deceased

4. Upload Documents
– Attach all required documents clearly in the correct format

5. Pay Online
– Service Charge: ₹60

6. Download Acknowledgement
– Save/print receipt for tracking

Alternative Method (CSC Centre – Recommended):
– Visit nearest eSevai/CSC Centre
– Operators help with CAN registration, document scanning, payment, and submission
– Pay the same  ₹60 service charge

After Application:
– Track Status: Check with application number on portal
– Application verified by VAO / Revenue authorities
– Once approved, download digitally signed certificate with QR code

Important Notes:
– Keep application number safe for tracking
– Ensure all uploaded documents are clear and valid
– Certificate can be verified online via QR code/unique number
– Draft applications can be saved and continued later

Apply Online: https://tnedistrict.tn.gov.in
For Assistance: Visit nearest eSevai/CSC Centre