PCMC Goes Fully Digital: Property Transfers, Marriage Certificates, And Key Services Now Automated

 Pimpri, 24 February 2025: The Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has taken a major step towards paperless and hassle-free governance by integrating DigiLocker, the Registration and Stamps Department (IGR), and the Aaple Sarkar portal. These integrations will make property transfers automatic, marriage certificates instantly accessible online, and key municipal services available digitally, eliminating paperwork and reducing delays.

With these digital upgrades, property buyers no longer need to apply separately for name transfers, marriage certificates can be accessed seamlessly through DigiLocker, and citizens can avail of municipal services like trade licenses, sewage connections, and fire NOCs from the Aaple Sarkar portal. These initiatives will ensure faster service delivery, improved transparency, and better convenience for residents.

PCMC Commissioner Shekhar Singh emphasized the importance of these integrations, stating, “Our goal is to simplify processes and make municipal services more accessible. By automating property transfers, making marriage certificates paperless, and offering services online, we are ensuring that citizens experience faster and more efficient governance.”

DigiLocker Integration: Marriage Certificates Now Just a Click Away

PCMC has successfully integrated DigiLocker with its marriage registration system, allowing residents to access their marriage certificates online without the need for physical copies. Certificates issued since 2014 are now digitally available, ensuring a hassle-free and paperless experience for couples.

This integration eliminates the risk of losing important documents and allows citizens to store, retrieve, and share their certificates securely through DigiLocker.

IGR Integration: Instant and Automatic Property Transfers

The integration between PCMC and the Registration and Stamps Department (IGR), Maharashtra State, enables real-time updates on property transactions within Pimpri Chinchwad.

Benefits of IGR Integration:

• No Need for Separate Applications: Property buyers no longer need to apply manually for name transfers.
• Faster Processing: Name transfers are now completed within a day, reducing administrative delays.
• Real-Time Usage Updates: Any change in property usage (residential to commercial, etc.) is automatically updated in PCMC’s records.
• Citywide Coverage: Property transactions across all localities in Pimpri Chinchwad are now recorded seamlessly in municipal records.

Aaple Sarkar Integration: Key Services Now Online

PCMC has also integrated key municipal services with the Maharashtra Government’s Aaple Sarkar portal, allowing citizens to access essential services without visiting municipal offices. In the first phase, the following services are available:

• Trade License
• Sewage Connection
• Fire No-Objection Certificate