Care Taker (Caregiver) Medical Certificate
If a dependent family member is unwell and you need time off to provide care, you can apply online for a doctor-reviewed care taker certificate. Add your leave dates, the relationship, and your HR/college addressee (if required), then submit for review.
Caregiver leave support
For leave documentation when you need to care for a dependent family member.
Doctor-reviewed
Issued only when clinically appropriate after review of submitted details.
HR/college-friendly
Include addressee and any required template notes during application.
Privacy-first
Share only what’s relevant. Medical information should be handled confidentially.
Safety note
Not for emergencies. If the patient has severe symptoms (chest pain, breathing difficulty, severe weakness, heavy bleeding, altered consciousness, or any urgent concern), seek immediate in-person care.
Pricing and timelines
Care taker certificates start from ₹399. You select an estimated processing timeline inside the application.
Priority (chargeable)
Estimated within 1 hour for complete submissions. Best when HR needs it today.
Fast
Estimated within 12 hours. Suitable for same-day / overnight requirements.
Standard
Estimated within 24 hours. Ideal when you can wait until next day.
What affects turnaround?
- Correct name spelling and requested leave dates
- HR/college addressee or template requirement (if any)
- Relationship to the patient and basic context
- Reachable phone number for quick clarification if needed
What you’ll need to apply
Keep details concise. The doctor needs enough context to determine whether caregiver leave documentation is appropriate for the situation.
Required
- Your name (as it should appear on the certificate)
- Requested leave period (start date and end date)
- Relationship to the patient (child / parent / spouse / dependent)
- Short reason summary (for example: caregiving required during illness/recovery)
- A reachable phone number (for quick clarification if needed)
Optional (if applicable)
- HR/organisation addressee or template requirement
- Patient’s basic details (name/age) if your HR requests it
- Any relevant prescription/report (only if it supports the request)
How it works
Submit caregiver request details
Add your leave dates, relationship, and HR/college addressee if required.
Choose timeline and pay securely
Pick within 1 hour / 12 hours / 24 hours. Priority timelines are chargeable.
Doctor review (quick clarification if needed)
If anything is unclear, you may receive a brief call/message to confirm details.
Receive and download
Once approved, your certificate is available to download from your PingMeDoc dashboard.
When caregiver certificates are typically requested
Dependent illness episodes, post-procedure recovery support, short-term supervision needs for children/elderly, or situations where your presence is medically advisable. The final decision depends on doctor review and clinical appropriateness.
FAQs
What is a care taker (caregiver) medical certificate?+
It is a doctor-reviewed document that supports your request for leave to care for a sick dependent (such as a child, parent, spouse, or elderly family member). The exact wording and acceptance depends on your employer/college policy.
Who can use a caregiver certificate?+
Employees, students, or caregivers who need documentation for leave while providing care to a dependent. Many organisations use terms like “caregiver leave”, “dependent care”, or “care taker support” documentation.
Will my company or college accept it?+
Many organisations accept doctor-issued documentation, but acceptance depends on your internal HR/college policy. If they require a specific addressee or template, include it during the application.
Do you backdate certificates or add false information?+
No. We cannot backdate certificates or include false details. The certificate can only reflect clinically appropriate information after doctor review.
How fast will I receive it?+
You can select an estimated timeline inside the application: within 1 hour, within 12 hours, or within 24 hours. Priority timelines are chargeable. Delays can happen if details are incomplete or doctor clarification is required.
What if the doctor cannot issue the certificate after review?+
If the certificate cannot be issued after doctor review, a refund may be processed as per policy. If a consultation/review step has already occurred, an applicable doctor consultation fee may be deducted based on the case.
Ready to apply?
Select your timeline, submit details, and pay securely to submit for doctor review.
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