Income certificate in Maharashtra: documents, how to apply on Aaple Sarkar, and how long it takes
Apply for an income certificate (उत्पन्नाचा दाखला) online on aaplesarkar.mahaonline.gov.in (Revenue Department → Income Certificate) or at a Setu / Maha e-Seva Kendra. You need identity proof, address proof, income proof (salary slip/Form 16/ITR, or a talathi’s income report / self-declaration if you have no fixed salary) and a photo. It is issued by the Tehsildar, normally within 15 working days under the Right to Services Act, for a small service fee.
Key facts Last verified: 25 Sep 2026
| Item | Details | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Portal | aaplesarkar.mahaonline.gov.in (Revenue Department) | Govt of Maharashtra |
| Issued by | Tehsildar | Revenue Dept, Maharashtra |
| Time limit | About 15 working days (Maharashtra Right to Public Services Act) | Aaple Sarkar |
| Offline | Setu Suvidha Kendra / Maha e-Seva Kendra / CSC | Govt of Maharashtra |
| Fee | Small service fee shown at the time of applying | Aaple Sarkar |
Documents
| Type | Accepted examples |
|---|---|
| Identity proof | Aadhaar, PAN, voter ID, passport, driving licence |
| Address proof | Aadhaar, ration card, electricity bill, 7/12 or 8A extract, property tax receipt |
| Income proof | Salary slip / Form 16, ITR, pension slip; talathi’s income report or self-declaration for farmers, labourers and people without fixed income |
| Other | Recent passport photo; for students, the parent’s income documents |
How to apply online
- Register / log in on aaplesarkar.mahaonline.gov.in (mobile OTP).
- Choose Revenue Department → Income Certificate.
- Fill the form (applicant, family members, income for the required years), upload documents, and pay the fee.
- Track the application. When approved, download the digitally signed certificate from the portal.
Validity
An income certificate is usually valid for the financial year it covers. Scholarships (MahaDBT), Ladki Bahin re-verification, EWS and fee concessions often ask for a certificate of the current or previous year — check the scheme’s rule before applying. For the non-creamy layer (NCL) certificate, income for the last 3 years is considered.
Frequently asked questions
How can I get an income certificate in Maharashtra online?
Apply on aaplesarkar.mahaonline.gov.in under Revenue Department → Income Certificate, upload identity, address and income proof, pay the fee and download the certificate once approved.
How long does an income certificate take in Maharashtra?
The service time is about 15 working days under the Right to Services Act.
I have no salary slip. What income proof can I give?
A talathi’s income report or a self-declaration in the prescribed format is accepted for people without fixed income.
How long is an income certificate valid?
Usually for the financial year it is issued for; many schemes need a certificate of the current year.
Official links
Use only these government websites. HumainOne is not connected to any of them.
- Aaple Sarkar (MahaOnline)Apply and download certificates
- Maharashtra Right to Public Services Act (Aaple Sarkar)Service time limits and appeals
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