Self Declaration Format: Declaration Letter Sample

A self declaration is a signed statement of facts by you, usually without a notary. Since 2014 the Union government has encouraged offices to accept self-attested declarations instead of affidavits for many purposes.

Use this template See the format below

Self declaration format

SELF DECLARATIONUse this template

SELF DECLARATION

I, Pooja Nair, D/o Shri Gopinathan Nair, residing at Flat 11, Palm Grove Apartments, Kakkanad, Kochi, Kerala 682030, hereby declare that:

I am a citizen of India and a permanent resident of Kerala.
The documents and information submitted with my application are true and correct.
I have not been convicted by any court of law.

This declaration is made for verification of my application for the post of Junior Assistant. I understand that if any of the above is found to be false, my application or any benefit obtained may be cancelled and I may face action as per law.

Place: Kochi

Date: 14 October 2026

Signature of declarant

Pooja Nair

FORMALITIES (complete only where required)

Stamp paper / e-stamp, if the receiving office or State law requires: Rs. ______________ Certificate No. ______________

Notarised / attested on ______________ by ______________ Registration No. of notary ______________

Registration, if required: Sub-Registrar office ______________ Document No. ______________

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Declaration or affidavit?

	Self declaration	Affidavit
Sworn before notary	No	Yes
Stamp paper	Usually not	Often
Use	Forms that say “self declaration”	Forms that say “affidavit” or “notarised”

If the form asks for an affidavit, use the affidavit format. For exam declarations see Handwritten Declaration Format.

Frequently asked questions

Is a self declaration legally valid?

Yes. A false declaration can lead to cancellation of the benefit and legal action.

Can I type it?

Yes, unless the form asks for a handwritten declaration.

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.