Attestation Guides
Plain-English guides on gazetted officer attestation, magistrate affidavits, character certificates, notary, SDM, MEA apostille and embassy attestation — written by the SK Document Centre team.
What Is SDM Attestation? Process & Documents
SDM attestation explained simply: who the SDM is, what the attestation does, which documents need it and what to bring.
SDM Attestation in Delhi: Complete Process, Documents & Fees (2026)
SDM attestation in Delhi explained: which documents need it, what to bring, step-by-step process, time and fees, and what comes next (MEA…
How Long Does Certificate Attestation Take in India?
Typical timelines for notary, gazetted officer, SDM, HRD, MEA apostille and embassy attestation in India — and how to avoid delays.
Common Reasons for Rejection in Magistrate Attestation
The five most common reasons magistrate and notary attestations are rejected — wrong authority, stamp paper, mismatched details — and how to…
Notary vs SDM vs First Class Magistrate: Which One Do You Need?
Notary, SDM and first class magistrate compared: who they are, what they attest, character certificates and affidavits, and which one your form…
Notary Public vs Gazetted Officer: Which One Do You Need?
Is a notary a gazetted officer? Differences between a notary public, gazetted officer and oath commissioner, and which attestation your form needs.
Character Certificate for Tender, School, College & Employment
Which character certificate you need for a tender, school, college or job, who issues it, and how to avoid delays. Practical guide…
Character Certificate in Delhi, Noida & India
How to get a character certificate in Delhi and Noida: Delhi Police and UP Police portals, school or college, gazetted officer and…
How Do I Get a Character Certificate? (Complete Guide)
How to get a character certificate in India — from school or college, police verification, a gazetted officer or a PCC. Who…
Gazetted Officer Attestation Near Me in Delhi
Need a gazetted officer near you for attestation? Photocopies, photos and forms attested by a gazetted officer in Delhi — usually same…
First Class Magistrate Affidavit: Meaning, Validity & Process
1st class magistrate affidavit: meaning, when it's needed, validity, documents and the step-by-step process to get one attested in Delhi.
Gazetted Officer List for Attestation in India (2026)
Who is a gazetted officer? Class 1 / Group A and Group B gazetted officer list for attestation in India, who is…