Caste Certificate
Official proof of your SC/ST/OBC/EWS caste
Information last verified: September 2026 · Always verify on the official portal before payment.
Real government fee
Nominal and varies(Rs. 0 to Rs. 50) — Delhi: nil; UP: ~Rs. 15; Odisha: ~Rs. 30. Check your state e-District portal.
How many days
15 to 45 working days.
Who can apply
Any citizen from a reserved category who needs it for education, jobs, or scholarships.
Documents you need
- Applicant's Aadhaar
- Father's or grandfather's old caste certificate (if any)
- School leaving certificate mentioning caste
- Ration card
- Residence proof
- Self-declaration on Rs. 10 stamp paper
- Two passport photos
Important warnings
- • Do not claim wrong caste. It is a serious crime.
- • Keep the certificate safe. Same certificate is used for many years.
- • Never pay agents. Official fee is under Rs. 50.
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Step by step
- 1
Open your state's e-district portal.
- 2
Register with mobile OTP.
- 3
Choose 'Caste Certificate Application'.
- 4
Select the caste category (SC, ST, OBC, EWS) exactly as in old records.
- 5
Fill personal details and family details.
- 6
Upload documents (each below 200 KB).
- 7
Pay the fee online.
- 8
Save the application number.
- 9
Tehsildar checks records and may call for verification.
- 10
Download the signed certificate in 15-45 days.
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