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India · Government & SafetyNational Government Services Portal
India's unified national government services portal - a single starting point for accessing services across central and state government departments.
What it helps with
- Finding a government serviceCentral and state services.
- Certificates and applicationsLinks to the right portal.
- Which department handles whatService directory.
About the National Government Services Portal
The National Government Services Portal is India's official unified platform, providing access to a wide range of government services from central and state departments, reducing the need to navigate separate agency websites.
Key Features
- Unified Access: One portal covering services across numerous central and state government departments.
- Service Directory: A searchable directory helping identify which department handles a specific matter.
- Application Tracking: Track the status of submitted applications where the service supports it.
- Official Government Source: As the government's own platform, information here is authoritative.
How to Get Started
- Visit the portal and create an account if required for the service you need.
- Search or browse for the specific government service relevant to your situation.
- Follow the outlined process for that service, which may include document upload.
- Track your application status if applicable.
Before you use it
- Limits: The portal mostly links to department and state sites, where the application itself is made.
- Sign-up: Many services need an Aadhaar-linked mobile number for OTP login.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does National Government Services Portal work with a foreign bank card in India?
- Not reliably - a foreign card may be declined. Check the notice above, or plan to use a local payment method.
- Is National Government Services Portal available in English?
- Not officially - the interface is mainly in the local language.
- Do I need a local phone number to use National Government Services Portal?
- No, an international phone number generally works for National Government Services Portal.
- Do I need local ID or residency for National Government Services Portal?
- No, National Government Services Portal doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
- Where can I use National Government Services Portal?
- Web
- How much does National Government Services Portal cost?
- Free portal; fees per service
