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Uttarakhand SC Certificate
Uttarakhand SC Certificate

An SC Caste Certificate, officially called Jati Praman Patra in Uttarakhand, is the official document that proves your membership in a Scheduled Caste community notified for Uttarakhand under the Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order, 1950. The Tehsildar or Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of your area issues this certificate. Without it, you cannot claim SC reservation in government jobs, education admissions, scholarship applications, or avail welfare scheme benefits.

Uttarakhand issues caste certificates through the Apuni Sarkar portal (eservices.uk.gov.in), which is the official online platform of the Uttarakhand government for all citizen services. You can also apply through a Common Service Centre (CSC) or directly at the Tehsil office.

Who Can Apply for Uttarakhand SC Caste Certificate

To be eligible for an SC Caste Certificate in Uttarakhand, you must meet the following conditions:

  • You must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
  • Your caste must be listed in Part XXIV of the Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order, 1950, which covers Uttarakhand.
  • You must belong to the Hindu, Sikh, or Buddhist religion. The SC status under the Constitution applies only to these three religions.
  • Your father or ancestors must have originally belonged to the notified SC community in Uttarakhand.

Scheduled Caste Communities Notified for Uttarakhand

The following 65 communities are listed as Scheduled Castes for Uttarakhand under Part XXIV of the Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order, 1950. Your caste must appear in this list to be eligible for an SC Caste Certificate:

  • Agaria
  • Badhik
  • Badi
  • Baheliya
  • Baiga
  • Baiswar
  • Bajaniya
  • Bajgi
  • Balhar
  • Balai
  • Balmiki
  • Bangali
  • Banmanus
  • Bansphor
  • Barwar
  • Basor
  • Bawariya
  • Beldar
  • Beriya
  • Bhantu
  • Bhuiya
  • Bhuyiar
  • Boria
  • Chamar (including Dhusia, Jhusia, and Jatava)
  • Chero
  • Dabgar
  • Dhangar
  • Dhanuk
  • Dharkar
  • Dhobi
  • Dom
  • Domar
  • Dusadh
  • Dharmi
  • Dhariya
  • Gond
  • Gwal
  • Habura
  • Hari
  • Hela
  • Kalabaz
  • Kanjar
  • Kapariya
  • Karwal
  • Khairaha
  • Kharwar (excluding the Banvansi sub-group)
  • Khatik
  • Kharot
  • Kol
  • Kori
  • Korwa
  • Lalbegi
  • Majhwar
  • Mazhabi
  • Musahar
  • Nat
  • Pankha
  • Parahiya
  • Pasi (including Tarmali)
  • Patari
  • Sahariya
  • Sanaurhiya
  • Sansiya
  • Shilpkar
  • Turaiha

Important: Only persons belonging to the communities listed above can obtain an SC Caste Certificate in Uttarakhand, subject to the applicable constitutional and eligibility conditions.

About Shilpkar: Shilpkar is a separately notified Scheduled Caste entry for Uttarakhand. If your community is officially classified under the Shilpkar category in government records, you may apply for the SC Caste Certificate subject to verification by the competent authority.

Benefits of SC Caste Certificate in Uttarakhand

  • Government job reservation: 19% reservation in Uttarakhand state government posts as per the Uttarakhand Public Services (Reservation for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes) Act, 2003.
  • Education reservation: Reserved seats in government colleges, universities, and professional institutions.
  • Fee concession: Partial or full waiver of tuition and examination fees at government educational institutions.
  • Upper age relaxation: 5 years age relaxation in central and state government job applications.
  • Scholarships: Pre-matric and post-matric scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
  • Welfare schemes: Access to housing, loan, and livelihood schemes run by the Uttarakhand Social Welfare Department.

Documents Required for Uttarakhand SC Caste Certificate

You must upload or submit documents that establish your caste status, identity, residence, and family linkage. Keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

Mandatory Caste Proof

  • Father's SC Caste Certificate issued by a competent authority.
  • If your father does not hold a caste certificate, submit the caste certificate of a close blood relative (such as grandfather, uncle, or sibling) along with a genealogical affidavit showing the family relationship.

Identity and Residence Proof

  • Aadhaar Card for identity verification.
  • Uttarakhand Residence Certificate or domicile certificate.
  • Any one additional address proof such as a Ration Card, Food Security Card, Voter ID, electricity bill, or telephone bill.

Supporting Declarations

  • Self-declaration / Affidavit stating that you belong to the Scheduled Caste community notified for Uttarakhand.
  • Certificate from Gram Pradhan, Ward Member, or Local Authority confirming your caste, wherever required by the competent authority.

Photograph and Application Form

  • Recent passport-size photograph.
  • Completed Jati Praman Patra application form obtained through the Apuni Sarkar portal, CSC centre, or Tehsil office.

Note: The Tehsildar may ask for additional records or conduct local verification if caste status cannot be established from the submitted documents.

Application Fee and Processing Time

  • Application fee: Rs. 30 (service charge).
  • Processing time: 15 working days from the date of application submission.
  • Certificate validity: Lifetime. No renewal required once issued.
  • Issuing authority: Tehsildar or Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of the applicant's area.

How to Apply for Uttarakhand SC Caste Certificate Online

Uttarakhand residents can apply for the Scheduled Caste (SC) Certificate online through the Apuni Sarkar e-Services portal. The entire process, from registration to certificate download, can be completed digitally without visiting the Tehsil office unless additional verification is required.

Create Your Apuni Sarkar Account

  1. Open the official Uttarakhand e-Services portal at eservices.uk.gov.in.
  2. Select Apuni Sarkar Portal and choose Personal Login.
  3. Click Sign Up Here if you do not already have an account.
  4. Enter your basic details, including your name, mobile number, email address, date of birth, district, tehsil, and residential address.
  5. Submit the registration form. Your login credentials are sent to your registered mobile number through SMS.

Submit the SC Certificate Application

  1. Sign in to the portal using your User ID and Password.
  2. From the dashboard, select Request New Application.
  3. Choose the Revenue Department and then select the service for SC Caste Certificate (Jati Praman Patra).
  4. Fill in the application carefully with your personal details, family details, caste information, religion, and residential address.
  5. Upload the required supporting documents, including caste proof, residence proof, Aadhaar Card, photograph, and affidavit wherever applicable.
  6. Review all information before submission. Any mismatch in caste name, parent's details, or address may lead to delays during verification.
  7. Pay the prescribed service charge online and submit the application.
  8. After successful submission, the portal generates an Application Reference Number (ARN). Save this number for future use.

Verification and Certificate Download

  1. The application is forwarded electronically to the concerned Revenue Authority for scrutiny and verification.
  2. If any document is missing or additional information is required, the status will be updated on the portal and you may receive an SMS notification.
  3. Once the competent authority approves the application, the SC Certificate is generated digitally.
  4. Log in to the Apuni Sarkar portal, open your submitted application, and download the digitally signed Jati Praman Patra.
  5. Keep both a digital copy and a printed copy for use in admissions, recruitment, scholarship applications, and other government services.

Apply Through the Apuni Sarkar Mobile App

If you prefer using your smartphone, you can apply for the Uttarakhand Scheduled Caste (SC) Certificate through the official Apuni Sarkar mobile application. The app is available for both Android and iPhone (iOS) users and provides access to the same citizen services available on the Apuni Sarkar portal.

  1. Download the official Apuni Sarkar app from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store.
  2. Open the app and sign in using your registered account. If you are a new user, complete the registration process first.
  3. Select the Revenue Department and choose the Caste Certificate (Scheduled Caste) service.
  4. Fill in the application form, upload the required supporting documents, and verify all the information before submission.
  5. Pay the prescribed service fee online and submit your application.
  6. You can track your application status, receive service updates, and download the digitally signed caste certificate directly through the mobile app after approval.

Note: The Apuni Sarkar mobile app and the Apuni Sarkar Portal use the same government system. Applications submitted through either platform are processed by the Revenue Department in the same manner.

How to Apply Through Common Service Centre (CSC)

If you face difficulty applying online, visit the nearest CSC or Jan Seva Kendra. CSC centers in Uttarakhand are authorized to submit applications through the Apuni Sarkar portal on your behalf:

  1. Carry all required documents (originals and photocopies).
  2. The CSC operator will fill and submit your application through the Apuni Sarkar portal.
  3. Pay Rs. 30 service fee along with any nominal CSC service charge.
  4. Note down the application reference number for tracking.
  5. Once you receive an SMS confirming certificate issuance, revisit the CSC to collect your printed or downloaded caste certificate.

How to Check Application Status

  1. Visit eservices.uk.gov.in and log in.
  2. Click on Know Application Status.
  3. Enter your application number and view the current status.

SMS updates are also sent automatically to your registered mobile number at each stage of processing.

Helpline and Contact

  • Toll-Free Helpline: 1800-3000-2300
  • Official Portal: eservices.uk.gov.in
  • For district-level issues, contact the e-District Manager or Nodal Officer at your district's collectorate.

Frequently Asked Questions

In Uttarakhand, the document is officially issued as a Caste Certificate (Jati Praman Patra). It is issued by the Tehsildar or the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) and certifies that the holder belongs to a Scheduled Caste community notified in the state.

Applications can be submitted through the Aapuni Sarkar Portal, the official citizen services portal of the Government of Uttarakhand. You may apply online yourself or visit a Common Service Centre (CSC) for assistance.

Under Part XXIV of the Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order, 1950, 65 communities are notified as Scheduled Castes in Uttarakhand. These include communities such as Chamar, Dhobi, Valmiki, Shilpkar, Kori, Musahar, Pasi, and several others.

The prescribed application fee is ₹30. If you apply through a Common Service Centre (CSC), you may also have to pay the additional service charges fixed by the CSC.

Once your application is accepted, the certificate is generally issued within 15 working days. If field verification or additional document verification is required, the processing time may be slightly longer.

If your father does not possess a caste certificate, you can submit the caste certificate of your grandfather, uncle, brother, or another close blood relative. A family lineage affidavit may also be required to establish your relationship. The Tehsildar may conduct local verification whenever necessary.

Yes. A Scheduled Caste certificate issued by the competent authority in Uttarakhand is valid for reservation in Central Government jobs, Central educational institutions, and various Central Government schemes. You are not required to obtain a separate Central caste certificate.

No. Under the Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order, 1950, Scheduled Caste status is currently recognized only for persons professing the Hindu, Sikh, or Buddhist faiths. Individuals who profess Christianity, Islam, or any other religion are not eligible for an SC certificate under the existing provisions.

The Shilpkar community is one of the Scheduled Caste communities officially notified in Uttarakhand. If your community is recorded as Shilpkar in the relevant government records and you satisfy the prescribed conditions, you may apply for a Scheduled Caste certificate.

Yes. Permanent residents of Uttarakhand can apply online through the Aapuni Sarkar Portal from anywhere. However, the certificate will be issued only on the basis of your permanent residence in Uttarakhand, and verification will be carried out by the concerned Tehsildar.

No. A Scheduled Caste certificate is generally valid for life and does not require renewal. However, some recruiting agencies or educational institutions may ask for a recently issued certificate. It is advisable to check the relevant recruitment or admission notification before applying.

Yes. A Scheduled Caste certificate issued in Uttarakhand can be used while applying for eligible SC scholarship schemes available on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). You will need to upload a clear scanned copy of the certificate during the application process.

Visit eservices.uk.gov.in, then open the Aapuni Sarkar Portal and select Personal Login. Click "Sign Up Here" and enter your name, mobile number, email address, date of birth, district, and tehsil. After completing the registration, your User ID and password will be sent to your registered mobile number via SMS. You can then log in using these credentials and submit your application online.

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