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Details of Both Spouses
Provide details of both parties exactly as they appear on their identity documents. Both spouses will need to sign the joint petition.
Petitioner (Party filing the form)
Respondent (Other spouse)
Marriage Details
Provide details of the marriage as they appear (or would appear) in the marriage certificate and registration records.
Must be at least 1 year before filing under HMA. If separation was gradual, give the approximate date.
This is included in the petition — keep it neutral and factual.
Children of the Marriage
If there are children born from this marriage, custody, guardianship, and maintenance arrangements must be addressed in the consent terms.
Financial Settlement & Terms
The consent terms (permanent alimony, property division, streedhan return, etc.) form the heart of the agreement. Be as specific as possible — vague terms lead to future disputes.
Permanent Alimony / Maintenance
Streedhan & Personal Property
Matrimonial Home & Shared Property
Other Terms
If terms are still being negotiated, the chamber can assist with drafting and finalisation before filing.
Documents to Arrange
Both spouses must be present in court on both hearing dates and must bring originals of the following documents.
Marriage certificate (original + 2 copies)Registered marriage certificate from SDM / marriage registrar. If unregistered, bring wedding invitation / photos / religious certificate.
Aadhaar card — both spouses (original + 2 copies each)Self-attested copies. Required for vakalatnama and verification by court.
Passport-size photographs — both spouses (4 each)Recent photographs required for court records and affidavits.
Address proof — both spousesVoter ID, utility bill, or rent agreement showing current address.
Birth certificates of children (if applicable)Required where custody and guardianship terms are included in the consent terms.
Income / salary documents (both spouses)Last 3 months' salary slips or ITR — required if alimony / maintenance is agreed or disputed.
Property documents (if property is part of settlement)Sale deed, title documents, or rental agreement for any property being transferred / vacated as part of the consent terms.
Orders / notices in any pending proceedings (if any)Any court order, complaint, or FIR relating to the parties which is to be withdrawn as part of the settlement.
Instructions received

Your instructions have been sent to the chamber. You will be contacted within 1–2 working days to discuss next steps, confirm the consent terms, and schedule the first appointment for signing the vakalatnama.

Both spouses will need to be present in person on the dates of hearing. The chamber will explain the full procedure when we speak.

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