Assam offers its SC caste certificate through two official digital platforms - the e-District portal and the Seva Setu portal - backed by a network of Arunodoy Common Service Centres (CSCs) across all 27 districts. The state also has Public Facilitation Centres (PFCs) at every District, Sub-division, and Circle office for those who prefer direct office service. This multi-channel system means you have at least four ways to apply, and the certificate comes with a unique alphanumeric certificate number that allows instant online verification. This guide covers everything verified for the Assam SC caste certificate.
Scheduled Castes Notified in Assam
Assam has 16 castes officially notified as Scheduled Castes. These include communities across the Brahmaputra valley and Barak valley regions of the state. There is no income limit to apply. Any person whose caste is in the Assam SC notification is eligible regardless of economic background.
Assam's Unique Citizen Service Network
Arunodoy CSCs are Assam's name for its Common Service Centre network at the village level. These are government-authorised service points where operators help citizens apply for government certificates including the SC caste certificate. In addition to Arunodoy CSCs, Assam has Public Facilitation Centres (PFCs) set up at District Collector (DC) offices, Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) offices, and Circle offices across all 27 districts. PFCs are staffed by government-designated personnel and provide in-person certificate services.
Two Official Portals for Assam
- e-District Portal: edistrict.assam.gov.in - the primary certificate services portal, implemented by the Information Technology Department, Government of Assam, with AMTRON (Assam Electronics Development Corporation) as the State Designated Agency.
- Seva Setu Portal: sewasetu.assam.gov.in - Assam's integrated service delivery platform that consolidates multiple government services including e-Khazana services.
The portal also has a mobile application available on the Google Play Store for tracking applications and viewing certificates.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card
- Proof of SC caste: old caste certificate of father or grandfather, school certificate showing SC community, or any government document mentioning your caste
- Assam Ration Card
- Assam Permanent Residence Certificate (PRC)
- Birth certificate or HSLC marksheet
- Passport-size photograph
How to Apply: Four Methods
Method 1: Online Through e-District Portal
- Visit edistrict.assam.gov.in.
- Register an account or log in.
- Select the caste certificate service for Scheduled Castes.
- Fill the application form with your caste name, district, sub-division, and circle details. The portal is available in English, Assamese, Bengali, and Bodo.
- Upload required documents.
- Submit and note your Application Number for tracking.
- Track your application status on the portal using your Application Number.
- Once issued, view or download the certificate using the Certificate Number (in the format 00000000-000-00000000) on the portal's "View Approved Certificate" feature.
Method 2: Online Through Seva Setu Portal
- Visit sewasetu.assam.gov.in and register or log in.
- Select the SC caste certificate service from the available services.
- Fill the application form, upload documents, and submit.
- Track your application and download the certificate once issued.
Method 3: Through Arunodoy CSC
Visit the nearest Arunodoy Common Service Centre in your village or block. The Arunodoy CSC operator submits your SC caste certificate application through the official e-District portal. Carry all original documents. You receive an acknowledgement with your Application Number after submission.
Method 4: At Public Facilitation Centre (PFC)
Visit the Public Facilitation Centre at your District Collector (DC) office, Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) office, or Circle office. PFCs are staffed by designated government personnel who process applications directly. This is the in-person official route for those who do not want to use online or CSC channels.
Certificate Verification
All certificates issued through the Assam e-District portal carry a unique Certificate Number in the format 00000000-000-00000000. Anyone can verify the certificate by entering this number in the "View Approved Certificate" section on edistrict.assam.gov.in.
Helpline
For any issues with the Assam e-District portal or certificate applications, contact the official Help Desk:
- Toll Free: 1800341100
- Direct: 0361-2724222
Benefits of SC Certificate in Assam
- Reservation in Assam state government jobs under the SC quota
- 15% reservation in central government jobs and central educational institutions nationally
- Reserved seats in government colleges for engineering, medicine, and other courses in Assam
- Pre-matric and post-matric scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal
- 5 years age relaxation in APSC, Assam Police, and central competitive examinations
- Access to SC welfare schemes under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
- Priority in government housing and welfare programmes for SC families
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