How to get a Surviving Member Certificate in Gurgaon? 

If someone close to your family has recently died and you and the family want to obtain a Surviving Member Certificate then for this you should be very well aware of the process, the documents required to obtain it and the eligibility criteria for the same. We have got you covered and with the help of this Article, we will help you understand the concept of the Surviving Member Certificate.

What is a Surviving Member Certificate?

As its name connotes it is a certificate that is issued by the government authorities generally by the office of the sub-divisional magistrate to recognise the surviving members of the family after the demise of one of the family members.

This certificate serves as a crucial document for the purpose of establishing and protecting the rights of the surviving members and for the proper distribution of the assets, claiming insurance and handling financial and legal matters thereby making sure that the surviving members rightfully claim their share.

What is the importance of a Surviving Member Certificate?

• Establishing Legal Rights: As discussed by far a Surviving Member Certificate is the legal document that ensures that A protective shield shall be provided to the legal heirs against any frauds or disputes.

• Distribution of the Assets: With the help of a Surviving Member Certificate the distribution of the assets amongst the legal heirs becomes easier upon the death of the owner of the property. Besides, a Surviving Member Certificate helps in the seamless transfer and distribution of the assets.

• Claims of the Insurance: With the help of the Surviving Member Certificate the relationship between the legal heir and the deceased is established hence helping the families in claiming insurance.

• Access to Financial Transactions: As we are well aware by now with the help of the Surviving Member Certificate, the relationship between the legal heir and the deceased is established which helps the legal heirs to access the financial transactions of the deceased.

What are the features of a Surviving Member Certificate?

• Legal validity: we have already covered the importance of a Surviving Member Certificate which is in itself a legal document and is required to prove the relationship between the legal heirs and the deceased. There is no validity of a Surviving Member Certificate in terms of time but with the passage of time the Surviving Member Certificate loses its significance in scenarios where there are significant changes in the family structure.

• Widely Accepted: A Surviving Member Certificate is widely accepted across different government departments and also private entities. Whether it is for the transfer of the property, administrative process or any kind of financial transaction the certificate acts as a valid legal document. Some of the common accepting entities of the Surviving Member Certificate are:

1. Provident Fund Offices
2. Government Welfare Schemes
3. Land and Revenue Department
4. Insurance Companies
5. Banks and other Financial Institutions.

Scenarios where a Surviving Member Certificate is required in Gurgaon

• Financial Transactions: For accessing the deceased’s bank accounts or for claiming any Fixed Deposits or Provident kinds a Surviving Member Certificate is required.

• Claiming Insurances: A Surviving Member Certificate is required for claiming any insurance held by the deceased.

• Transfer of the Property: A Surviving Member’s Certificate is required for swiftly transferring the assets of the deceased to the legal heirs.

• Benefits of the Pension: If the deceased is a government employee or associated with any kind of the public sector a Surviving Member Certificate is required for transferring the pension benefits to the surviving family members of the deceased.

What are the Eligibility Criteria for obtaining a Surviving Member Certificate?

• Citizenship: The applicant applying for the Surviving Member Certificate must be a Citizen of India. This is essential for ensuring that the privileges and rights associated with the assets of the deceased are extended only to the citizens of the country.

• Resident of the State: The applicant is required to be a resident of the same state where the application for obtaining the Surviving Member Certificate is filed. The deceased should also be a resident of the same state before his death.

• Class-I Legal Heirs: All the Class-I Legal Heirs are eligible to be an applicant for the Surviving Member Certificate.

What are the Documents required for obtaining a Surviving Member Certificate?

1. Identity Proof of both the Applicant and the other Surviving Members of the family:

• Voter ID: A Voter ID confirms the identities and at the same time verifies the residency of the state.

• Aadhar Card: It is the most important document proof for the identity of the individuals.

• PAN Card: A PAN Card is not a mandatory document but can be used as an additional verification document.

• Passport: A passport can also act as an identity document.

2. Present and Permanent Address Proofs of both parties

• Property Documents: The property owners are required to submit their property documents to prove the present and permanent address of both parties.

• Rental Deeds: If the applicant or the surviving members live in a rented accommodation the parties are required to submit a Rental Agreement.

• Utility Bills: Electricity bills and Water Bills can be used as proof of the current residence.

3. Other Important Documents

• Death Certificate of the Deceased: A Death Certificate issued by the Municipal Corporation of the jurisdiction where the application for the Surviving Member Certificate is required to be filed as it serves as evidence of the death of the deceased.

• List of all the Surviving Members of the Family: a list is required to be provided of the names of all surviving members of the family including their relationship with the deceased as this helps in understanding the right legal heirs and the beneficiaries of the deceased.

• Self-Declaration: A Self-Declaration form is a sworn-in affidavit where it is declared by the applicant about the authenticity of the information. This form is a crucial piece of document as it holds the applicant liable for the information shared by the applicant. This also makes the applicant legally liable. The self-declaration form with duly notarized affidavits, adds an additional layer of the verification to the Surviving Member Certificate.

• Photograph: The applicant is also required to submit one colored passport-size photograph.

What is the process for obtaining a Surviving Member Certificate in Gurgaon?

Online Process

• Registration on the E-Portal: The first step of the process is that the users are required to register on the https://saralharyana.gov.in Antyodaya Saral portal

• Login: The next step in the process is to log in to the ‘Antyodaya Saral’ and then navigate to the “Apply For Services ” and select the “Surviving Member Certificate” option.

• Filling in the Details: After selecting the Surviving Member Certificate the applicant is required to fill out the application form and then upload the required documents (as discussed above).

• Self-declaration Form: As we have already covered what exactly is a self-declaration form the applicant is required to print a sign and then upload the form on the e-portal.

• Acknowledgement: After uploading the application form an acknowledgment is received which will be useful for the further tracking of the application.

• Issuance of the Certificate: Once the certificate is issued the applicant can collect the Surviving Member Certificate by downloading the Certificate from the E-portal.

Offline process

• Obtaining the Application Form: Applicants need to approach the district court of their respective area.

• Arranging all the Necessary Documents: As the next step of the process the applicant is required to arrange for the original death certificate, address proofs, identity proofs, undertaking in the form of an affidavit, etc.

• Applying: The applicant is required to carefully fill out the application form by ensuring that the details mentioned therein are accurate and complete.

• Submitting the Application Form: The applicant is required to submit the application form to the application form issuing authority and then pay any applicable fees upon it.

• Verification of the Application: The authority is required to verify the information so submitted and conduct any further inquiries to confirm the details. The applicant can be contacted if any further information is required.

• Issuance of the Certificate: Once the certificate is issued the applicant can collect the Surviving Member Certificate.

Affidavit for a Surviving Member Certificate

I Smt. ____________________ w/o _______________ R/o ____________, do hereby solemnly affirm and declare as under: 

That Sh. ____________________ S/o ___________________ expired at ______________ on _____________ and death was registered with MCD. 

Death Certificate No. _______________ dated ______________ is attached. That after the death of my husband Sh. _______________________, the following are the surviving members of the family.

SI	Name	Age	Relation with deceased
1
2
3

That none other than mentioned above is the survival member in the family. 

That survival member certificate is required for submission to the Office of ___________________________.

That this is my true statement

Deponent

Verification: Verified at Gurgaon, this _____________ day ___________ that the contents of the affidavit are true & correct to the best of my knowledge and belief and nothing has been concealed therein. 

Deponent

How to Check the Application Status of a Surviving Member Certificate in Gurgaon?

An applicant has to go through a few steps to check the status of the ‘Application Form’. These steps are as follows:

• Log on to the State Portal.
• Enter all the details in the ‘Track Your Application’ section.
• Now click on ‘Check Status’ to view the status of the application.

What is the time frame for the issuance of a Surviving Member Certificate?

A Surviving Member Certificate is usually issued within 15 – 30 days of submitting the documents. though the timeline can vary by looking at the volume of the applications and any discrepancies that may arise at the time of the verification.

What is the Criteria Used in Deciding the Issuance of a Surviving Member Certificate?

• Authenticity of the Submitted Documents: The submitted documents are required to be genuine but not forged documents.

• Result Verification: The details mentioned in the documents submitted are required to be matched with the records of the revenue department.

• Applicants Eligibility: The applicants must satisfy the eligibility criteria (as mentioned above)

• No Objections: If there is any dispute amongst the family members the SDM may pause the issuance of the Surviving Member Certificate.

What is the Cost to Obtain a Surviving Member Certificate in Gurgaon?

While issuing a legal heir certificate in Haryana, you need to pay ₹2 for a stamp and ₹20 for stamp paper to get the affidavit.

Conclusion

A Surviving Member Certificate is a certificate that is issued by the SDM of the region to the surviving members of the family after the death of the deceased to divide the assets of the deceased, access the bank accounts, PF accounts, Gratuity, etc of the deceased. This certificate helps in resolving probable disputes amongst the legal heirs.

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Frequently Asked Questions on Surviving Member Certificate

Q1. What is the meaning of a Surviving Member Certificate?

Ans1. It is the certificate that establishes the relationship between the released and all the surviving members.

Q2. What is the Cost of Surviving Member Certificate in Delhi?

Ans2. The cost of a Surviving Member Certificate in Delhi is Rs. 9000.

Q3. What is the difference between a legal heir certificate and a Surviving Member Certificate?

Ans3. Legal heir certificate defines the assets and facilitates the transfer of the deceased assets and the Surviving Member Certificate only lists the surviving members of the deceased.

Q4. How much time does it take for a Surviving Member Certificate?

Ans4. It takes around 7 working days to issue a Surviving Member Certificate after the submission of the application.

Q5. What affidavit is required for A Surviving Member Certificate?

Ans5. A self-declaration affidavit is required for a Surviving Member Certificate.

Q6. What is the time limit for property transfer after death?

Ans6. The time limit for property transfer after death is 90 days.

Q7. What is an alternative for a legal heir certificate?

Ans7. The alternative for a legal heir certificate is a succession certificate.

Q8. Is a Surviving Member Certificate mandatory?

Ans8. Yes, a surviving member certificate is required as proof of surviving member for availing different benefits of the deceased.

Q9. Who will issue a family member certificate?

Ans9. The village officer issues the family member certificate.

Q10. What documents are required for a Succession Certificate?

Ans10. The death certificate of the deceased person, place and time of the death and the name of all the legal heirs.