Filing for divorce in India involves a legal process that demands proper documentation:

📂 Mandatory Documents (Applicable to all divorce cases)

** Marriage Certificate – Proof of the marriage under Hindu Marriage Act, Muslim Personal Law, etc.

** Identity Proof – Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, or Voter ID for both spouses.

**Address Proof – Electricity bill, rent agreement, or government-issued IDs showing your current address.

**Passport-size Photographs – 2–4 photos required by the court during filing.

**Wedding Photographs – To establish social recognition of the marriage.

💰 Financial & Property-Related Documents:

** Salary Slips and Income Tax Returns (last 2–3 years)

** Bank statements (joint and individual accounts)

** Property ownership papers (especially for jointly held property)

** Home loan EMI receipts or other loan agreements

⚖️ Legal and Evidence Documents (especially for contested divorce):

** Police complaints or FIRs (in cases involving cruelty or domestic violence)

** Medical reports (injuries, psychological evaluation, etc.)

** Chat/email/call recordings (if used as evidence)

** Affidavits or witness statements