Marriage Registration under the Hindu Marriage Act (HMA)

The Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 governs the registration of marriages already solemnised according to Hindu, Sikh, Jain or Buddhist customs. If you have already had a traditional wedding, HMA registration converts that ceremony into an official, State-recognised certificate. JurisRoots handles HMA registration end to end, with advocates verifying every document before submission to reduce objections at the SDM office.

A key advantage of HMA registration is speed: because the marriage has already taken place, there is no 30-day notice period as there is under the Special Marriage Act. Depending on your eligibility and documentation, registration can often be completed quickly — but only where the marriage genuinely qualifies under this Act.

Who Should Register Under the HMA

Couples who have completed a Hindu, Sikh, Jain or Buddhist marriage ceremony and now need a certificate for passports, visas, name changes, banking or inheritance. It is the correct route only where an actual customary marriage has been solemnised; couples who have not married yet should consider court marriage under the Special Marriage Act instead.

Our HMA Registration Service

We confirm eligibility and jurisdiction, prepare the application and affidavits, coordinate witnesses, and represent you through the registrar appointment and certificate issuance. Filing in the correct office is critical, and we get that right the first time.

Documents Typically Required

Proof of identity and age for both spouses, residence proof establishing jurisdiction, wedding photographs and proof of the ceremony, invitation card where available, and witness identity documents. We provide a tailored checklist for your specific office.

We complete Hindu Marriage Act registration across Delhi NCR, including Delhi, Noida, Greater Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram and Faridabad.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a 30-day notice for HMA registration?

No. The 30-day notice applies to the Special Marriage Act. Under the Hindu Marriage Act the marriage is already solemnised, so registration can be much faster subject to your documentation.

Which religions can register under the HMA?

Marriages solemnised under Hindu, Sikh, Jain or Buddhist customs are registrable under the Hindu Marriage Act.

We married a while ago — can we still register?

Yes. You can register a previously solemnised marriage; additional affidavits may be required, and we advise on the correct process.

Is HMA the same as court marriage?

No. Court marriage is a civil marriage under the Special Marriage Act. HMA registration records an already-performed customary marriage.

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