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Caste Certificate (SC / ST / OBC)

Official proof of a person's caste category for reservation and welfare benefits.

Overview

A Caste Certificate certifies that the holder belongs to a Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, or Other Backward Class, enabling access to reservations in education, employment, and government schemes.

What it’s used for

  • Reservation in education and jobs
  • Category-based scholarships
  • Welfare scheme eligibility

Who can apply

  • Category: Belongs to a notified SC / ST / OBC community
  • Residence: Resident of the issuing state

Required documents

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Proof of caste (parent's caste certificate / records)
  • Residence proof
  • Ration card(optional)

How to apply

  1. 1Log in to your state e-District / e-Sevai portal
  2. 2Select the caste certificate service and fill the form
  3. 3Attach supporting caste and residence documents
  4. 4Submit for verification by the revenue authority
  5. 5Download the signed certificate once approved

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