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Karnataka Seva Sindhu (Citizen Services Portal)

Department / Authority: Centre for e-Governance, Government of Karnataka

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What this service does

Official unified state service delivery portal by the Centre for e-Governance, Government of Karnataka. Connects citizens across urban and rural Karnataka with statutory revenue certificates, social security pensions, transport endorsements, commercial licences, and flagship guarantee schemes.

Who can use it / Eligibility

Residents and native citizens of Karnataka state possessing valid proof of address and identity within Karnataka.

What you'll need (Documents Required)

  • 1Aadhaar Card of the applicant (mandatory for e-KYC).
  • 2Ration Card (BPL/APL) for welfare and guarantee schemes.
  • 3Proof of Address in Karnataka: Electricity bill, Water bill, or Voter ID.
  • 4Salary slip, Form 16, or self-declaration for Income Certificate.
  • 5School Transfer Certificate (TC) or study certificate for Domicile / Caste verification.

How it works (Step-by-Step)

  1. 1
    Visit the official Seva Sindhu portal at https://sevasindhuservices.karnataka.gov.in/.
  2. 2
    Click 'New User? Register Here' to create a citizen account using DigiLocker or Mobile OTP.
  3. 3
    Log in and click 'Apply for Services' > 'View all Available Services'.
  4. 4
    Search for the desired service (e.g., 'Income Certificate' or 'Caste Certificate - SC/ST/OBC').
  5. 5
    Fill in personal, family, and address details, upload scanned documents, and verify via Aadhaar OTP.
  6. 6
    Pay the nominal Sakala fee online via NetBanking/UPI/Cards.
  7. 7
    Download acknowledgment slip containing GSC number for tracking.
Offline Application Process

Citizens can apply in person at any Karnataka One, Bangalore One, or Grama One service centre with original documents and nominal service charges.

Key Service Facts

Statutory Fees

Nominal statutory facilitation fees: ₹25 to ₹40 per certificate/service as prescribed by the Karnataka Citizen Services Rules. Guarantee scheme applications are 100% Free (₹0).

Processing Time

Statutory Sakala timeline: 7 to 21 working days for Revenue certificates (Caste, Income, Domicile). Instant acknowledgment with GSC number upon submission.

Helpline

080-22230040 / 080-22279954 | sevasindhu@karnataka.gov.in

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Last verified: 17 Sept 2026
Source: Centre for e-Governance, Government of Karnataka
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