eSanad

eSanad is an online document verification system that aims to provide a centralized platform for contactless, cashless, and paperless document verification and  Attestation/ Apostilling of personal and educational documents that have been issued by document issuing authorities (DIAs) like municipal corporations, health departments, educational boards, and universities in Punjab (India).

 Steps to be followed for using this online service

Url of eSanad Portal

https://esanad.nic.in/   

 OR   Scan the QR Code   

1. The applicant will register and log in to the e-Sanad Portal.
2. Select for Non Pre- Verified Documents
3. Select document type as personal and the issuing authority state as Punjab.
4. Select the Deputy Commissioner office under which your residence falls as Document Issuing Authority (DIA)
5. Fill in the required details and upload the documents.
6. Then proceed to online payment for the attestation/apostille processing fee to the e-Sanad System. The user needs to pay Rs. 90/- per Apostille or Rs. 40/- per attestation to the Ministry of Affairs.
7. E-Sanad portal will generate its acknowledgment receipt after the successful payment.
8. To Check the application Status, please visit  https://esanad.nic.in/checkStatus

Benefits of eSanad

1. Faceless, cashless and paperless service.
2. Electronic movement of documents among stakeholders.
3. Substantial time saving as compared to the old process.
4. Ease of life for Indian citizens, as they can access the functionality online and need not visit any office.
5. Real-time status enquiry through a unique ARN (Application Reference Number).
6. SMS/email alerts to the applicants at each stage of processing.