Karnataka has more Scheduled Castes notified than any other state in India. With 101 SC castes officially listed under the Karnataka SC notification, the state's SC population is spread across its diverse regions from coastal Karnataka to the Hyderabad-Karnataka belt to the Mysuru plateau. If you belong to an SC community in Karnataka and need a caste certificate, the state uses two separate digital platforms for this service: the Nadakacheri portal and the Seva Sindhu portal. Both are government-operated and the certificate issued through either is equally valid.
Karnataka Has 101 SC Castes: Highest in India
Karnataka's 101 notified Scheduled Castes include communities across the state. Major SC communities in Karnataka include Holeya (Adi Karnataka), Madiga, Banjara (listed as SC in Karnataka specifically), Bovi, Kumbara, Mochi, Nayinda, Korama, Koravar, Burud, Dhor, Gosangi, Handi Jogi, Kadukuruba, Kalladi, and many others.
One important and frequently searched point: the Banjara (Lambani) community is listed as Scheduled Caste in Karnataka. This is different from many other states where Banjara/Lambani is listed as ST or OBC. If you belong to the Banjara or Lambani community in Karnataka, you are eligible for the SC caste certificate in Karnataka. Do not use ST or OBC certificates from other states for Karnataka state purposes.
Karnataka's Dual Portal System
Karnataka offers two official digital portals for applying for SC caste certificates:
- Nadakacheri (nadakacheri.karnataka.gov.in): This is Karnataka's primary revenue services portal specifically for Nada Kacheri (revenue office) services including caste certificates, income certificates, and domicile certificates. Applications submitted here go directly to the Tahsildar of your taluk.
- Seva Sindhu (sevasindhu.karnataka.gov.in): This is Karnataka's integrated service delivery portal that consolidates multiple government services. Seva Sindhu also handles caste certificate applications and routes them to the concerned Tahsildar.
Both portals are official. You can use either one to apply. The certificate issued is the same regardless of which portal you use.
Issuing Authority in Karnataka
The SC caste certificate in Karnataka is issued by the Tahsildar at the taluk level. The Village Accountant (VA) plays a role in verifying your caste and residence details at the village level before the Tahsildar approves the certificate.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card
- Proof of caste: old SC certificate of father or grandfather, school transfer certificate showing SC community, or any government document mentioning your caste
- Ration card as family and residence proof
- Karnataka Domicile Certificate (Residence Certificate)
- Birth certificate or SSLC marksheet
- Passport-size photograph
- Self-declaration about caste (in many taluks)
How to Apply: Three Methods
Method 1: Online Through Nadakacheri Portal
Visit nadakacheri.karnataka.gov.in to apply online.
- Open nadakacheri.karnataka.gov.in in your browser.
- Register or log in using your mobile number.
- Select Caste Certificate (Jati Praman Patra) from the list of available services.
- Choose Scheduled Caste (SC) as your category.
- Enter your caste name exactly as it appears in the Karnataka SC notification.
- Fill in your personal details, taluk, and district.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee and submit.
- Note your application number for tracking.
- The Village Accountant (VA) verifies your caste and residence at the local level. The Tahsildar reviews and issues the certificate.
- Download the digitally signed certificate from the portal once issued.
Method 2: Online Through Seva Sindhu Portal
Visit sevasindhu.karnataka.gov.in as the second official option.
- Open sevasindhu.karnataka.gov.in.
- Register or log in.
- Search for Caste Certificate under the Revenue Department services.
- Select SC and fill the application form with your caste name, taluk, district, and personal details.
- Upload required documents and pay the fee.
- Submit and note your application reference number.
- Track status and download the issued certificate from your account.
Method 3: Through CSC or Nada Kacheri Centre (Offline)
If you prefer offline application, visit the Common Service Centre (CSC) or the nearest Nada Kacheri centre in your area. These are present at the taluk, hobli, and gram panchayat level across Karnataka. Carry all original documents and photocopies. The operator submits your application through the official portal. You pay the government fee plus a small facilitation charge and receive an acknowledgement slip with your application number.
Benefits of SC Certificate in Karnataka
- Reservation in Karnataka state government jobs under the SC quota
- 15% reservation in central government jobs and central educational institutions nationally
- Reserved seats in government engineering, medical, and other professional colleges in Karnataka
- Pre-matric and post-matric scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal
- 5 years age relaxation in KPSC, Karnataka Police, and central competitive examinations
- Access to SC welfare schemes run by the Social Welfare Department at swd.karnataka.gov.in
- Access to schemes under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
- Hostel facilities, scholarships, and educational support for SC students through the Karnataka Social Welfare Department
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