Civil Registration8 min readUpdated: May 2026

How to Get Birth Certificate in Sargodha: Complete 2026 Guide

Need birth certificate for your child's school admission, passport, or B-Form? This guide covers the complete birth registration process in Sargodha.

Quick Answer

Register at Union Council office within 60 days of birth with hospital discharge slip and parents' CNICs. Fee: Rs. 50. Certificate issued same day. Late registration requires affidavit.

Estimated Time: Same day (within 60 days), 3-7 days (late registration)

Estimated Cost: Rs. 50 (normal), Rs. 200-500 (late registration with affidavit)

Required Documents Checklist
  • Hospital birth certificate/discharge slip
  • Father's CNIC (original + copy)
  • Mother's CNIC (original + copy)
  • Parents' Nikah Nama/marriage certificate
  • 2 witnesses with CNICs
  • Affidavit (if late registration)

Step-by-Step Guide

1Determine Registration Location

Birth must be registered at Union Council where the child was born (hospital location) or where parents reside. Urban Sargodha: Municipal Corporation. Rural: respective Union Council.

2Gather Documents

Hospital birth certificate/discharge slip. Father's original CNIC + copy. Mother's original CNIC + copy. Nikah Nama copy (marriage certificate). 2 witnesses with CNICs.

Pro Tip: Register within 60 days to avoid late registration complications.

3Visit Union Council Office

Go to the relevant Union Council office during working hours (9 AM - 4 PM). Get birth registration form. Fill all details including child's name, parents' names, date/time of birth.

4Submit and Pay Fee

Submit form with documents. Pay Rs. 50 registration fee. Staff enters data in the Birth Registration Information System (BRIS). Certificate generated same day.

5Collect Certificate

Birth certificate printed and provided. Verify all details immediately. Any corrections need to be done before leaving office. Keep multiple copies safe.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Registering after 60 days without affidavit

Late registration (after 60 days) requires affidavit on stamp paper from parents. Get affidavit from Notary Public first.

Name mismatch with parents' documents

Child's surname must match father's name. Parents' names on certificate must match their CNICs exactly.

Hospital discharge slip lost

Get duplicate discharge slip from hospital. Or two witnesses can provide affidavits confirming birth details.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is birth certificate mandatory for school admission?

Yes. All schools require birth certificate for enrollment. Without it, child cannot be registered in school.

Can I register birth after years?

Yes, but requires: affidavit, school certificates if any, and possibly court order for very late registrations (over 1 year).

Is birth certificate same as B-Form?

No. Birth certificate is from Union Council. B-Form is from NADRA. Both are different documents. B-Form comes after birth registration.

Can unmarried mother register birth?

Complex situation. Father's name may be left blank if not married. Consult Union Council secretary for proper procedure.

Important Contacts

Municipal Corporation Sargodha

048-3720333

9 AM - 4 PM

Union Council Office

Check local number

9 AM - 4 PM

NADRA Sargodha

048-3720111

8 AM - 8 PM

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