Overview & Benefits

A Domicile or Residential Certificate proves that a person is a permanent resident of West Bengal. It is frequently required for state-quota admissions in medical and engineering colleges (like WBJEE), and for securing government jobs reserved for local residents.

Eligibility Criteria

Persons living in West Bengal continuously for a minimum of 10 years, or those whose parents are permanent residents having a permanent address in the state.

Required Documents

• Aadhaar Card / Voter ID
• Land Deed / Property Tax Receipt / Rent Receipt
• Birth Certificate / Education Certificate showing WB address
• Passport Photo

Application Process

1. Visit the e-District WB portal.

2. Navigate to ‘Certificates’ > ‘Local Residence (Domicile) Certificate’.

3. Fill in residential details and duration of stay.

4. Upload the required proofs and submit.

5. The application is verified by the SDO/BDO, after which the certificate can be downloaded.