Income Affidavit Format for Income Certificate and Schemes
An income affidavit declares your family’s annual income and its sources. Revenue offices, colleges and scheme portals use it alongside other proof when issuing income certificates or deciding eligibility.
When you need this affidavit
- Applying for an income certificate at the tehsil or revenue office.
- Scholarship and fee concession applications.
- EWS and other category certificates where an income declaration is asked.
- Court or tribunal matters where income must be declared.
Income Affidavit format
Non-judicial stamp paper or e-stamp certificate of value Rs. ______________ as applicable in the State of ______________
E-stamp certificate No. ______________ Date of issue ______________
Stamp duty depends on the State and the type of document. Confirm the correct value before printing.
AFFIDAVIT OF ANNUAL INCOME
I, Anjali Verma, D/o Shri Rajesh Verma, aged about 29 years, by occupation Service, residing at House No. 21, Sector 15, Rohini, Delhi 110089, do hereby solemnly affirm and declare as under:
- That the following are the members of my family:
- Shri Rajesh Verma, father, 56 years, no income
- Smt. Sunita Verma, mother, 52 years, homemaker
- Anjali Verma, self, 29 years, salaried
- That the total annual income of my family from all sources for the financial year 2025-26 is Rs. 2,40,000 (Rupees two lakh forty thousand only), from salary from a private job at a retail store.
- That I am making this affidavit for applying for an income certificate.
- That I am aware that if the above statement is found false, the certificate or benefit obtained may be cancelled and I may be liable to action under law.
DEPONENT
VERIFICATION
Verified at Delhi on 14 October 2026 that the contents of paragraphs 1 to 4 of this affidavit are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and nothing material has been concealed therefrom.
DEPONENT
Solemnly affirmed / sworn before me by the deponent, who is identified to me, on ______________
Notary Public / Oath Commissioner: name ______________ Registration No. ______________
Seal and signature ______________
Drafting note: Income limits and the format of income certificates are set by each State or by the scheme. Check the office’s own form first.
Registration, if required: Sub-Registrar office ______________ Document No. ______________
How to fill it
| Field | What to write | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Family members | Name, relation, age and income of each. | Follow the definition of family in the scheme or form. |
| Annual income | Total for the financial year, in figures and words. | Match it with salary slips, ITR or bank records. |
| Source | Salary, business, agriculture, pension. | Mention each source. |
| Financial year | The year the income relates to. | Use the year the office asks for. |
Income limits, the definition of family and the documents accepted are set by each scheme and State. Read the notification or ask the office before you swear the affidavit.
Getting it sworn
- Print on stamp paper if requiredMany offices want affidavits on non-judicial stamp paper or with an e-stamp certificate; the value depends on the State and the office. Some accept plain paper. Ask first.
- Do not sign at homeSign only in front of the notary or oath commissioner, who checks your identity and records the oath or affirmation.
- VerificationThe verification paragraph at the end confirms the contents are true. It is dated and placed, and you sign again under it.
- Collect the attested copyThe notary affixes seal and signature and enters it in the register. Keep photocopies.
Frequently asked questions
Is an income affidavit the same as an income certificate?
No. The affidavit is your declaration. The certificate is issued by the competent authority, usually a revenue officer, after verification.
Which income should I include?
Follow the form or scheme rules. Some count only the applicant’s parents’ income, some the whole household, and some exclude certain incomes.
What if my income is from agriculture?
State it as agricultural income and attach land records if asked.
Please note: these templates are for general information and are not legal advice. Laws, stamp duty, notarisation and registration rules vary by State. Consult an advocate for your case. This is an independent website, not a law firm and not a government office.