A character certificate confirms an individual has no adverse criminal record and is typically issued by the local police station or your state's e-District portal. It's commonly asked for by employers, colleges, and government bodies for domestic purposes — it is not the same as a Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) used for travelling or working abroad.
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Visit your state's e-District portal (or the National Services portal, services.india.gov.in, which links to state portals) or your local police station.
Register/login and select 'Character Certificate' (the exact name may vary by state).
Fill the application with personal details and the purpose of the certificate.
Upload identity proof, address proof, and a photograph.
Pay any nominal fee, if applicable in your state.
Local police may conduct verification, in person or via record-check, depending on your state's process.
Download the digitally-signed certificate once approved, or collect it from the issuing office.
Official fees
Many states charge a small nominal fee, while some e-District portals issue it free — check your specific state portal.
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No. A character certificate is typically for domestic use like jobs or college admission, while a PCC (issued via Passport Seva) is specifically meant for use abroad, such as for visas or overseas employment.