Is marriage legally valid without certificate after registration is completed?

My marriage was registered in Karol Bagh, New Delhi, five days ago. My application number is +91-8800788535, but I have not yet received the marriage certificate on the e-District Delhi portal. Is my marriage legally valid without the certificate? Please clarify.

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Advocate By LEAD INDIA Answered: 27 Jan 2026

Your marriage is legally valid from the date it was solemnized and registered, even if the certificate has not yet been issued online. The certificate is proof, not the marriage itself. Delays on the e-District portal are common. You should track the application, visit the SDM office, Karol Bagh, with your acknowledgment, and request issuance. You may also raise a grievance on the e-District portal. For further legal assistance contact us on our helpline number.

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