Rajasthan EWS Certificate: Jan Aadhaar, eMitra & Apply Process

The EWS Certificate in Rajasthan is officially called the Arthik Roop Se Kamjor Varg Ke Liye Aay Evam Sampatti Praman Patra (Income and Asset Certificate for Economically Weaker Sections). It is issued by the Revenue Department through the Tehsildar or Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) to general category residents of Rajasthan who meet the prescribed income and asset limits.

With this certificate, eligible residents can claim 10% reservation in central and state government jobs, IITs, NITs, central universities, NEET All India Quota seats, RPSC (Rajasthan Public Service Commission) exams, REET, CET, and various state government schemes. Applications are processed through the eMitra portal at emitra.rajasthan.gov.in using an SSO ID, or through eMitra kiosks spread across all 33 districts of Rajasthan. You can also apply offline at your nearest Tehsil office or SDO office.

Rajasthan is one of the very few states in India where the EWS certificate is valid for three years, unlike the standard one-year validity in most other states. This was extended by the Rajasthan government by an official order to reduce the burden on applicants who had to renew the certificate every year.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for an EWS certificate in Rajasthan, all of the following conditions must be met:

• You must be a permanent resident of Rajasthan and belong to the general (unreserved) category. You must not belong to SC, ST, OBC, or MBC (Most Backward Class) categories
• Your family's gross annual income from all sources must be below Rs. 8 lakh for the financial year preceding the year of application. Income includes salary, agriculture, business, profession, rent, and any other source
• Your family must not own 5 acres of agricultural land or more
• Your family must not own a residential flat of 1,000 sq ft or more
• Your family must not own a residential plot of 100 sq yards or more in a notified municipality
• Your family must not own a residential plot of 200 sq yards or more outside notified municipalities

All four asset conditions must be satisfied alongside the income condition. Income is always calculated on a gross basis, not on taxable income after deductions. "Family" includes the applicant, parents, spouse, children below 18 years, and unmarried siblings below 18 years. Income and assets of all these members are counted together.

Jan Aadhaar: Rajasthan's Mandatory Requirement

Rajasthan is unique in requiring a Jan Aadhaar Card for all government service applications including the EWS certificate. Jan Aadhaar is Rajasthan's family identity card system, similar to a state-level family ID. Every Rajasthan family has a Jan Aadhaar family ID and each member has an individual member ID linked to it.

When you apply for the EWS certificate through the eMitra portal, your Jan Aadhaar number is entered and the portal fetches your family and personal details from the Jan Aadhaar database. If your Jan Aadhaar details are not updated or if your name or Aadhaar is not linked correctly, the application may face issues. Update your Jan Aadhaar details at janaadhaar.rajasthan.gov.in before applying. You can also visit an eMitra kiosk for Jan Aadhaar corrections.

Documents Required

Keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

• Jan Aadhaar Card (Rajasthan's family identity card, mandatory for portal application)
• Aadhaar Card of the applicant
• Income proof: Salary slips or Form 16 for salaried persons; Income Tax Return; or a self-declaration of income for farmers and self-employed persons
• Jamabandi (Record of Rights): The primary land record in Rajasthan maintained by the Patwari showing land ownership and area. This is needed to establish that the family's agricultural land is below 5 acres. Obtain it from the Rajasthan Apna Khata portal at apnakhata.rajasthan.gov.in
• Girdawari (crop inspection report): A seasonal record maintained by the Patwari confirming land held and crops grown. Also available from the Apna Khata portal. If no agricultural land is owned, submit a self-declaration
• Property documents: Sale deed or property tax receipt showing area of any residential property owned. If no property is owned, include this in the self-declaration
• Residence proof: Domicile Certificate, Ration Card, or Aadhaar Card showing Rajasthan address
• PAN Card of the applicant and earning family members
• Passport-size photograph of the applicant
• Self-declaration or affidavit stating total family income from all sources is below Rs. 8 lakh and that asset limits are not exceeded

How to Apply Online Through eMitra (Self-Service)

Rajasthan citizens with an SSO ID can apply directly through the eMitra portal without going to a kiosk. Citizen self-application through eMitra is available 24 hours a day.

1. Go to sso.rajasthan.gov.in and log in using your SSO ID and password. If you do not have an SSO ID, click Register and create one using your Jan Aadhaar number, Aadhaar, or Google account
2. After logging in to the SSO portal, click on the eMitra app icon on the dashboard
3. Inside eMitra, click on Services or Application Services
4. Search for "EWS Certificate" or "Income and Asset Certificate for EWS" in the search bar
5. Select the service. The application form opens
6. Enter your Jan Aadhaar number. The portal fetches your personal and family details from the Jan Aadhaar database
7. Verify the auto-filled details. Fill in income from each source separately and asset details for all family members
8. Upload all required documents in the accepted format
9. Click Fetch Address button at the bottom to confirm your address details. Click Save
10. Complete the declaration and click Proceed to Pay
11. Click Add Bill for Payment and then Bill Pay to pay the applicable fee online through UPI, net banking, or debit card
12. Submit the application. A Transaction ID (Token Number) is generated. Save this number for tracking and downloading the certificate later
13. Once approved, download the certificate from the eMitra portal using your Transaction ID and Jan Aadhaar number

How to Apply Through eMitra Kiosk

Rajasthan has over 70,000 eMitra kiosks across urban and rural areas in all 33 districts. These are authorised service centres operated by Licensed Service Providers (LSPs). For residents who cannot apply on their own, visiting a kiosk is the easiest option.

1. Locate the nearest eMitra kiosk in your area. Kiosks are available in villages, towns, and cities across all districts
2. Carry your Jan Aadhaar card, Aadhaar card, income proof, Jamabandi or Girdawari, and property documents if any
3. Tell the kiosk operator you need an EWS certificate (Arthik Roop Se Kamjor Varg Praman Patra)
4. The operator submits the application through the eMitra portal using their kiosk login. You provide your Jan Aadhaar number for identity verification
5. Pay the government fee plus the kiosk service charge. Ask for a printed acknowledgement slip with your Transaction ID
6. Track the application status using the Transaction ID and download the certificate once approved

How to Apply Offline at the Tehsil or SDO Office

For applicants who prefer to apply without using the portal:

1. Visit your nearest Tehsil office or SDO office
2. Obtain the EWS Income and Asset Certificate application form from the counter
3. Fill in all details including family income from all sources and details of all land and property owned by family members
4. Attach self-attested photocopies of all required documents including Jan Aadhaar, Aadhaar, income proof, Jamabandi, and passport-size photograph
5. Submit the completed form at the receiving counter and collect the acknowledgement receipt
6. The Tehsildar assigns the application to the Patwari for field verification. The Patwari checks Jamabandi and Girdawari land records and verifies income and address details
7. After the Patwari's verification report, the Tehsildar reviews and issues the certificate. Collect it from the Tehsil office when notified

Verification Process in Rajasthan

After your application is submitted, the following process takes place:

• The application is assigned to the Patwari (village revenue officer) for field verification of land records and income sources
• The Patwari checks your Jamabandi and Girdawari records to verify agricultural land, visits your address, and submits a verification report to the Tehsildar
• The Tehsildar reviews the application and the Patwari's report and either approves or rejects the application
• On approval, the digitally signed certificate is made available for download through the eMitra portal

Application Fee

The application fee for the EWS certificate in Rajasthan is a nominal government charge payable through the eMitra portal. When applying through an eMitra kiosk, the kiosk operator charges an additional service fee over and above the government fee. Check the current fee on the eMitra portal at the time of application as it may be updated periodically. The Rajasthan helpline number for eMitra is 181 (Rajasthan Sampark) or 0141-5153222 for any fee or service queries.

Processing Time

The EWS certificate in Rajasthan is typically issued within 7 to 15 working days of application submission. The actual time depends on the Patwari's field verification and the workload at the Tehsil office. Applications with complete documents and consistent information are processed faster. If verification requires a physical inspection or if documents need clarification, processing can extend to 21 working days.

Validity of the EWS Certificate in Rajasthan

Rajasthan is one of the very few states in India where the EWS certificate is valid for three years. This was extended from the earlier one-year validity by an official government order to reduce the burden on applicants. Once issued, you do not need to renew it every year like in other states. The three-year validity applies to state-level purposes including RPSC exams, state government jobs, and state institution admissions.

However, for central government jobs, UPSC, and national-level admissions, always check the specific exam or recruitment notification. Some central notifications require a certificate issued within the current financial year. In such cases, you will need a fresh certificate even if your existing one is within the three-year period. When in doubt, obtain a fresh certificate before applying for any central exam or job.

How to Track Application Status

To check the status of your EWS certificate application:

• Go to emitra.rajasthan.gov.in
• Click on Application Status or Online Verification / Transaction Status on the homepage
• Enter your Transaction ID (Token Number) and submit
• The current status of your application is displayed

You can also check status through the eMitra mobile app available on Android and iOS.

How to Download the EWS Certificate

Once the certificate is approved and digitally signed:

• Go to emitra.rajasthan.gov.in
• Click on Download Certificate
• Enter your Jan Aadhaar number and Transaction ID (Token Number)
• Click Get Details and then download the certificate PDF

You can also download the certificate from the eMitra kiosk where you applied, or through the eMitra mobile app using your Transaction ID.