Application under Special Marriage Act (India)
This is a formal notice template used to inform a Marriage Officer of an intended marriage under the Special Marriage Act, 1954. It provides placeholders for the groom and bride to declare their personal details, marital status, and residency information as required by law.
Application under Special Marriage Act – Schedule II
SCHEDULE II (SEE SECTION 5) OF SPECIAL MARRIAGE ACT, 1954
To,
The Marriage Officer,
District _____,
________.
Sir,
We hereby give you notice that a marriage under Special Marriage Act, _____ is intended to be solemnized between us within _____ months from the date thereof:-
1- Groom : _____ Son of _____ Resident of _____
2 Bride : _____Daughter of _____ Resident of _____
3 Marital Status : Married / Un-married
4 Occupation : _____
5 Date of Birth : _____ and _____
6 Permanent Address: i) – Resident of _____
ii) – Resident of_____
7- Whether both parties: _____ (Unmarried, widow, divorcee)
Witness our hands this __ day of _____, _____ at _____.
Place:-_____
EXECUTANTS:
_____ (Groom) _____(Bride)
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About this template
What is this template?
This is a statutory form used to initiate a civil marriage in India. It contains the formal 'Notice of Intended Marriage' and the 'Declaration' required by Section 11, including space for three witnesses. It is not a marriage certificate itself, but the prerequisite filing to obtain one.
When should you use it?
Use this form when you intend to marry under civil law in India rather than through religious personal laws. If you are already married and want to record it, use the Application for Registration of Marriage instead.
What's inside
| Clause | Name | What it does |
|---|---|---|
| First Schedule | Notice of Intended Marriage | Provides formal notice to the Marriage Officer of the parties' intention to marry after the 30-day notice period. |
| Section 11 | Declaration by Parties | Requires the Bridegroom and Bride to affirm they have reached the age of 21 and 18 respectively. |
| Declaration | Marital Status Affirmation | Confirms neither party has a living spouse or is within degrees of prohibited relationship under the Act. |
Who it's for
- couples in India seeking a civil marriage ceremony regardless of religion
- individuals marrying under the Special Marriage Act 1954
- parties filing a notice of intended marriage with a district Marriage Officer
How long it runs and how it's signed
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