Complete guide to apply for Residence Certificate (Domicile / Niwas Praman Patra) in Bihar online. Eligibility, required documents, step-by-step process, status check and download from Service Plus Bihar.
A Residence Certificate or Domicile Certificate (known as Niwas Praman Patra in Hindi) is an official document that certifies a person is a permanent resident of Bihar state. It is issued by the Bihar Revenue Department through the RTPS system. This certificate proves that you legally reside in Bihar and are entitled to state-specific benefits, reservations, and government schemes.
Must be a permanent resident of Bihar with at least 3 years of continuous residence, proven through address documents.
Must have a valid Bihar address — proof through Aadhaar, voter ID, ration card, or property documents with Bihar address.
Applicant must be 18 years or above. Parents or guardians can apply on behalf of children.
Aadhaar Card (address must show Bihar)
Voter ID Card (Bihar address)
Family Ration Card (Bihar address)
Property documents or house ownership papers
Electricity bill or water bill (last 3 months)
Rent agreement (if rented — with landlord's details)
Self-declaration of permanent residence
Passport size photograph