Official source checked: 2026-09-09. Scope: RO-level documents and application workflow. StudyDesk Seva is independent; applications and payments happen only on the linked official government portals.
A residence certificate records residence for the purpose requested. Check whether the receiving institution requires RO, SDO or district level.
Documents for a normal RO-level application
- Self-attested applicant photograph.
- Form-XIV self-affidavit, listed in the General checklist.
- Residence evidence applicable to you or your parents/ancestors: land or revenue records, ration card, voter ID, electricity bill or telephone bill. These are alternatives, not a requirement to provide every item.
- Tatkal has a separate checklist: Form-XIV and the listed Group A identity and Group B evidence; the form provides a prescribed inquiry-report option when those records are unavailable. Confirm applicability with the office.
Source: Residence certificate — current RO application form ↗
How to do it — step by step
- Open Bihar ServicePlus and choose General Administration Department → Residence certificate → Revenue Officer (RO) level. Use higher levels only when needed.
- Choose General or Tatkal only as applicable. Enter your names in English and Hindi, family details, full address, permanent/temporary residence and purpose.
- Read the declaration, select the responsible office and attach the evidence requested by the live form. Follow its current file type/size limits.
- Review the preview and complete CAPTCHA or any verification only on the government portal. Submit there and save the acknowledgement and application reference.
For SDO/district-level applications, the portal asks for the relevant earlier application reference and the applicant name. Choose the certificate level required by the receiving institution.
Source: Residence certificate — current RO application form ↗
Processing time
The RO-level service description specifies 10 days, excluding government holidays. This is not a promise of ten calendar days or a separately verified Tatkal deadline.
Source: Residence certificate — official service description ↗
Online / offline
The service description lists online, by-hand and kiosk application. It says registration is not required for this service.
Source: Residence certificate — official service description ↗
Track application
On Bihar ServicePlus, open Citizen Section / नागरिक अनुभाग → Track Application Status / आवेदन की स्थिति देखें. Select the requested option and enter the application reference and relevant date from your acknowledgement.
What to save or download
Use the certificate download or application-status option on ServicePlus. The portal also describes delivery through SMS link, email, DigiLocker, applicant inbox or the relevant counter, depending on the application.
Pending, rejected, returned or incorrect?
- Open the status page and read the latest remarks before submitting another application.
- Keep the acknowledgement, pending-status record and any rejection order. Contact the designated service office for the exact correction or appeal procedure.
- For a notified RTPS service, check the RTPS appeal route. Do not assume Bihar Lok Shikayat accepts an RTPS dispute.
- If you need records of processing, prepare an RTI to the responsible Bihar authority; do not send it to Central RTI Online.
Common questions
Does StudyDesk submit the application?
No. Prepare with this guide and submit on the official government portal.
Do I need every document shown here?
No. Some entries are alternatives or conditional requirements. Follow the live checklist for your selected service type and level.
Can I enter my OTP here?
No. Enter government OTPs only on the relevant official portal.
What still needs checking on the official portal
Eligibility / who should use this · Official fees · Corrections · Appeal / grievance · Helpline
Do not assume a service is free, that every possible document is mandatory, or that one general time limit applies unless the official source says so.
Safety before you submit
- Check the correct service, authority and spelling of your details.
- Upload documents and make payments only on official government portals.
- Save the acknowledgement, application number and receipt. A StudyDesk draft is not a government application.
- Never share government passwords, OTPs, UPI PINs or banking PINs here.
Sources and review notes
Bihar ServicePlus service catalogue ↗Last reviewed: 2026-09-09. No live government transaction was submitted during verification.
Documents and workflow checked against the linked official form. Fees, detailed eligibility, correction and appeal specifics still require verification. RO-level guidance must not be treated as the checklist for SDO or district-level applications.
Report outdated information
Keep the page address and the official notice/page showing the change.