e-Sanad Portal Simplification

The process for Indian citizens to apply and obtain attestation of certificates and apostilles through the e-Sanad portal has been simplified.

Key Features

• The new process eliminates the need for documents to be sent to New Delhi for processing.
• More universities and educational institutions, particularly in Tamil Nadu, are now integrated into the e-Sanad system.
• The attestation/apostille of documents uploaded to e-Sanad has been operational in Chennai since early September.

Simplified Procedure

• Create a profile on e-Sanad.
• Upload required documents and pay through Bharatkosh.
• Verification by the document issuing authority (such as universities).
• Further verification by the General Administrative Department of the State government.
• Finally, the MEA issues a digital attestation.

Processing Timeline and Benefits

• Processed within seven working days after the State government forwards the application.
• Documents dispatched to applicants via speed post.
• Online tracking available for applicants.

Impact

• Assists Indians seeking foreign employment, residing abroad, or pursuing studies overseas.
• Facilitates the attestation of personal, educational, and commercial documents.
• Since the launch in September, around 300 applications have been successfully processed in Chennai.