In Simple Words: An Income Certificate is a government document that proves your family’s yearly income. In Maharashtra, you apply for it online through the Aaple Sarkar portal and your local Tehsildar issues it. It is required for scholarships, fee waivers, and most government benefits.
An Income Certificate in Maharashtra is an official document issued by the Tehsildar that certifies your family’s annual income. It is required for scholarships, government schemes, fee concessions, reservations, and many other benefits.
What is an Income Certificate Used For?
- Maharashtra government scholarships
- EWS (Economically Weaker Section) reservations
- Fee concession in colleges
- Non-Creamy Layer certificate applications
- Domicile certificate applications
- Various central and state government schemes
Who Issues It?
The Tehsildar of your taluka issues the Income Certificate through the Aaple Sarkar portal.
How to Apply
- Go to Aaple Sarkar Portal
- Register or log in with your mobile number
- Search for “Income Certificate” under Revenue Department
- Fill in the form — ensure all details match your Aadhaar exactly
- Upload required documents
- Pay the fee online
- Note your application number for tracking
Documents Required
- Aadhaar card (mandatory)
- Ration card
- 7/12 extract (Satbara Utara) or 8A
- Salary slip (if employed) or self-declaration affidavit (if not employed)
- School leaving certificate (for students)
See the full list: Documents Required for Income Certificate
Common Issues
- Name mismatch with Aadhaar → How to fix name mismatch
- Father’s name mismatch → Fix father name mismatch
- Application rejected → Rejection reasons and fixes
- Need an affidavit → Affidavit template
How to Check Application Status
Track your application on Aaple Sarkar using your application number. See: How to check income certificate status
Validity
An Income Certificate is typically valid for 1 year from the date of issue. For scholarship purposes, check which year’s certificate is accepted: Which income certificate year is required for scholarships
This guide is for informational purposes only. Requirements may change — always verify on the official Aaple Sarkar portal.