Central Adoption Resource AuthorityMinistry of Women & Child DevelopmentGovernment of India
Do's & Don'ts
Key Points to Remember for Prospective Adoptive Parents (PAPs)
| Do's | Don'ts |
| Only adopt from Specialised Adoption Agencies (SAAs) recognised by State Governments.
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Do not approach any nursing home, hospital, maternity home, unauthorised institution or individual for adoption. |
| Read the Guidelines carefully on the website and follow the due procedure.
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Do not upload any incorrect document, else your registration will be cancelled. |
| Follow the steps for completing your registration. | Do not pay any additional adoption charges other than what is prescribed in CARA Guidelines. |
| Please upload documents as per instructions. | Keep away from touts/middlemen. There is no role of touts/middlemen in adoption. They will mislead you to adopt a child illegally. |
| For adoption related charges, please refer Schedule-13 of the Guidelines Governing Adoption of Children (2015). Always make payment by cheque or draft and collect your receipt. | Through illegal adoption, you may unintentionally become part of child trafficking network. Save yourself from legal ramifications. |
| In case of query, you may contact Toll Free Helpline No. 1800-11-1311 or carahdesk.wcd@nic.in |
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