Chandigarh Caste Certificate 2025 | Apply Online | SC/ST/OBC Certificate | Download PDF

Apply for Chandigarh caste certificate 2025 online via Chandigarh e-Services. Check documents, eligibility, and download SC/ST/OBC caste certificate PDF.

Chandigarh Caste Certificate 2025

A caste certificate in Chandigarh is an official document issued to individuals from Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), or Other Backward Classes (OBC). It enables access to government benefits such as job quotas, educational reservation, scholarships, and welfare schemes. Chandigarh residents can now conveniently apply online via the Chandigarh e-Services portal, track their application status, and download the caste certificate PDF upon approval.


📘 What Is a Chandigarh Caste Certificate?

A जाति प्रमाण पत्र (Caste Certificate) officially confirms your caste category for authorization of reservation benefits. It’s vital for:

  • Admission and reservation in educational institutions
  • Government job applications under reserved categories
  • Scholarships and government allowances
  • Relaxation in government exams
  • Eligibility for certain welfare programs

📲 How to Apply Online via Chandigarh e‑Services

✅ Step-by-Step Process:

  1. Visit the Official Portal
    Go to: https://eservices.chandigarh.gov.in
  2. Login / Register
    • New Users: Click Citizen Registration to sign up using Aadhaar or mobile
    • Existing Users: Click Citizen Login
  3. Navigate to “Revenue Department”
    Find and select “Apply for Caste Certificate”
  4. Complete the Application Form
    Enter details such as applicant name, parent’s name, address, caste category (SC/ST/OBC), contact info, and Aadhaar number
  5. Upload Documents
    Attach scanned copies of all required proofs
  6. Submit Application
    Review details, submit, and note the application/reference number
  7. Pay Fee (Optional)
    Charges may apply via e-payment or in-person at GRAMIN e-Service kiosks

📑 Documents Required for Chandigarh Caste Certificate

📄 Document 📌 Purpose
Proof of Identity (Aadhaar / Voter ID) Identity
Proof of Address (Ration Card / Voter ID) Residency proof
Passport-sized Photograph Personal photo
Caste Proof (Parent’s old certificate / School records) Validation
Self-declaration Form Legal verification
OBC Income Certificate (if applicable) Income eligibility
Birth/School certificate DOB confirmation
Mobile no. & email For OTP/updates

💻 How to Download the Certificate PDF

  1. Log in to Chandigarh e-Services
  2. Go to My Applications
  3. Click Track Application for caste certificate
  4. Upon approval, select Download Certificate (PDF)
  5. Save or print the certificate for future use

⏱️ Processing Time & Validity

  • Timeline: Usually approved within 7–14 working days
  • Validity Period:
    • SC/ST: Lifetime Validity
    • OBC: Valid for 1 year, renewable with income certificate

✅ Eligibility Criteria

You are eligible if:

  • You are a permanent resident of Chandigarh
  • Your caste is acknowledged as SC, ST, or OBC by central/state lists
  • You possess valid documentary proof of caste or ancestry
  • OBC applicants must meet non-creamy layer income criteria

💰 Application Fee Structure

Mode of Application Fee
Online via e‑Services Free
Through e-Service Center/CSC ₹30–50 (includes service charges)

🔍 Tracking Your Application Status

  1. Visit Chandigarh e‑Services
  2. Login and click My Applications
  3. Select your caste certificate request
  4. The status will display as Pending, In-Process, or Approved

🔗 Important & Reliable Links

Service Link
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🏢 Offline Application – GRAMIN / e‑Service Centres

If you prefer offline submission:

  1. Visit the nearest e-Service Kiosk or CSC
  2. Request Caste Certificate Form
  3. Fill and attach the required documents
  4. Submit and collect the application slip or receipt
  5. Pick up the certificate in-person when notified

A caste certificate is vital for unlocking reservation benefits, scholarships, and educational and job opportunities. The Chandigarh e‑Services portal simplifies the application process, making it accessible online anytime.

❓FAQs

Q1.

Can I apply using my Aadhaar card only?

Yes, Aadhaar is valid. Other photo IDs like Voter ID or Ration Card are also acceptable.
Q2.

How long will an OBC certificate stay valid?

It is valid for 1 year and must be renewed annually with updated income proof.
Q3.

Can I correct errors in my caste certificate post-issuance?

Minor corrections (like name spelling) can be made at the e-Service Kiosk or Tehsil office with valid proof. Major changes require reapplication.

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