Certificate of Succession

A succession certificate is a court-issued document that allows the legal heirs of a deceased person to claim and manage their movable assets—like bank accounts, securities and debts—when there is no will. It serves as proof of rightful heirship.

To apply for a succession certificate, the applicant must submit a formal petition to the appropriate court. The application should be in the prescribed format and include the date and time of the deceased’s death, their address, information about the legal heirs and a list of the assets for which the certificate is being requested.

Any legal heir of the deceased—such as a spouse, child or parent—can apply for a Succession Certificate by submitting proof of relationship and other necessary documents to the district court.

You can get a Succession Certificate online by submitting your details and documents through a legal service provider. The process includes consultation, court filing, public notice and final issuance of the certificate—handled end-to-end by professionals.

Key documents include the death certificate, ID proof of the applicant, legal heir certificate or family affidavit, details of movable assets, relationship proof and a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from other heirs, if applicable.

Yes, in the absence of a Will, a Succession Certificate is often mandatory for banks and financial institutions to release funds held in the deceased’s name.

The cost of obtaining a Succession Certificate varies based on the estate value, court fees, legal charges and applicable stamp duties. Most online services offer transparent and fixed pricing for the entire process.

The fee for a Succession Certificate in India depends on various factors such as the estate’s value, state-specific rules and whether a lawyer is involved. It typically includes court charges, legal fees, stamp duty and costs for public notices.

The process generally takes 30 to 90 days, depending on court workload and whether any objections are raised during public notice. Online services can help streamline and speed up the process.

No, a Succession Certificate is used to claim movable assets like bank deposits, shares and insurance. For immovable property, you’ll need a legal heir certificate or a probate, depending on the situation.

A Legal Heir Certificate identifies the heirs of a deceased person but does not give them rights to manage assets. A Succession Certificate is issued by a court and grants legal authority to inherit and deal with movable assets.

Yes, multiple legal heirs can jointly apply for a Succession Certificate or issue a No Objection Certificate (NOC) in favour of one heir to simplify the process.