Delhi Caste Certificate 2025
A caste certificate in Delhi is an official legal document verifying that a person belongs to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), or Other Backward Classes (OBC). Issued by the Revenue Department via the e-District Delhi portal, it helps individuals access benefits such as reservations in education and jobs, scholarships, and welfare schemes.
This guide provides a complete, step-by-step walkthrough for online and offline applications, including eligibility requirements, document lists, processing timelines, and instructions on how to download the caste certificate PDF in 2025.
📘 What Is a Delhi Caste Certificate?
A caste certificate (जाति प्रमाण पत्र) officially documents your caste category for government use. It is essential for:
- Reserved seats in educational institutes
- Government job reservations
- Scholarships and exam relaxations
- Social welfare schemes
- House allotment or loan applications in some cases
📥 How to Apply Online (via e-District Delhi Portal)
The most convenient method is through the official e-District Delhi portal.
✅ Step-by-Step Online Process
- Visit Official Website
Go to https://edistrict.delhigovt.nic.in. - Login / Register
- If new, click New User Registration.
- If registered, click Citizen Login and use Aadhaar or credentials.
- Choose Service
Navigate to Revenue Department → Caste Certificate Application. - Fill in Details
Complete the online form, including:- Name, Father’s Name
- Gender, Date of Birth
- Address and Caste category (SC/ST/OBC)
- Aadhaar and mobile number
- Upload Documents
Attach scanned proofs (see section below). - Submit & Get Reference ID
Note the application/reference number for future tracking. - Pay Fee (if applicable)
Usually free online; service centers may charge nominal fees.
📋 Documents Required
To apply online, prepare the following:
Document | Purpose |
---|---|
Aadhaar Card | Identity proof |
Voter ID / Ration Card | Address proof |
Passport Size Photo | Visual identification |
Self-declaration Form | Affirmation of caste |
Original/Old Caste Certificate | Family caste verification |
Birth Certificate / School ID | Age verification |
Income Certificate (OBC only) | Check for creamy layer status |
Proof of residence | Delhi domicile verification |
💻 How to Download Certificate PDF
Once approved, you can download the caste certificate:
- Visit e-District Delhi portal
- Login to your account
- Go to My Applications
- Select “Caste Certificate” → Click Download PDF
- Save or print a copy for future use
⏱️ Processing Time & Validity
- Processing Time: Usually within 7–10 working days
- Validity:
- SC/ST: Lifetime
- OBC: Valid for 1 year, needs annual renewal
✅ Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible:
- You must be a permanent resident of Delhi
- Belong to a government-recognized SC/ST/OBC category
- Provide valid caste, identity, and residence documents
- For OBC: Your family must stay within the non-creamy layer income limit
💰 Application Fee
Application Method | Fee | Where to Pay |
---|---|---|
Online via portal | Free | N/A |
At CSC/e-Service Centres | ₹30–50 | Payable on site |
🛂 Offline Application Method
Prefer offline? Here’s how:
- Visit any Citizen Service Center (CSC), MCD e-Service Centre, or Tehsil office
- Request the Caste Certificate application form
- Fill the form and attach required documents
- Submit and receive a receipt with the application number
- Collect the certificate in person or from the same center after approval
🧭 Track Your Application
To check status:
- Go to e-District Delhi portal
- Click Track Application in the dashboard
- Enter your reference/application number
- View realtime status: Pending, Approved, or Issued
🔗 Important Links
Service | Link |
---|---|
Apply Online | Apply Now |
Download Certificate | Download PDF |
Track Application | Track Here |
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📄 Certificate Formats & Sample Structure
Typical caste certificate includes:
- Applicant’s Name & Parent’s Name
- Photograph
- Caste category and proof reference
- Date of issue and authorized signature or digital seal
- Certificate validity information
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