How to get BC Caste Certificate in Punjab?

BC Caste certificate is a document in Punjab which is issued by the Government to prove that a person belongs to a specific caste. Also, caste certificates enable the citizens to avail reservation of seats in legislatures, claim fees concession in schools and colleges, obtain special quotas in educational institutions and receive upper age limit relaxation for certain jobs

Eligibility Criteria for BC Caste Certificate in Punjab

Following are the eligibility criteria for BC Caste Certificate in Punjab.

• The applicant must be a citizen of Punjab.

• The applicant must belong to the Backward Class.

Documents Required for BC Caste Certificate in Punjab

Following documents are required for BC Caste Certificate.

• Proof of Identity and Proof of Address of Applicant

• Copy of Verification Leaf

• Proof of Age of Beneficiary (like Birth Certificate/10th Class Certificate)

• Caste Certificate of Father/Brother/Sister (If available)

• Self Declaration

• Photo of Beneficiary(Only jpeg/png)

• Proof of Identity and Address of Beneficiary (In case applicant is other than beneficiary)

How to Register on Punjab Connect Portal?

Follow the below steps to register on Punjab connect portal.

• Visit Punjab Connect Portal.

• Click on ‘Citizen Login’.

• Click on ‘Don’t have an account? Register Now’

• A registration form will open on your screen.

• Fill the required details like name, email, mobile number.

• Select your gender.

• Enter a password.

• Tick the checkbox.

• Click on ‘Register’.

• An OTP will be sent on the entered mobile number. Enter the OTP.

• An OTP will be sent on the entered email address. Enter theOTP.

• Click on ‘Validate’.

How to Apply Online for BC Caste Certificate in Punjab?

Follow the below steps to apply online for BC Caste certificate in Punjab.

• Visit Punjab Connect Portal.

• Click on ‘Citizen Login’.

• Select the option by which you want to login.

• Login by password

• Login by OTP

• Select ‘Services’ under ‘Apply’.

• Click on ‘Apply Online Service’.

• You can search for the BC Caste certificate in the search bar.

• Click on ‘Apply’ next to ‘Punjab BC Caste Certificate’.

• An application form will open on your screen for BC Caste certificate.

• Fill the form carefully.

• Preview the application.

• Upload the required documents.

• Pay the required application fees.

• Click on "Submit".

• After submitting your application, you may receive an acknowledgment or reference number. Note it down for future reference.

How to Apply through Sewa Kendra for BC Caste Certificate in Punjab? 

Follow the below steps to apply for BC Caste Certificate through Sewa Kendra.

• Visit the nearest Sewa Kendra in Punjab.

• Fill out the application form for BC Caste Certificate.

• Visit the Sewa Kendra with the application form and required documents.

How to Find Sewa Kendra in Punjab?

Follow the below steps to find sewa kendra in Punjab.

• Visit Punjab Connect Portal.

• Click on ‘Sewa Kendra’.

• Click on ‘Find Sewa Kendra’

• Choose your district.

• Select the sewa kendra in your district.

• You can find the address of the sewa kendra in your district.

How to Track Application Status of BC Caste Certificate in Punjab?

Follow the below steps to track application status of BC Caste certificate in Punjab.

• Visit Punjab Connect Portal.

• Click on ‘Track Services’.

• Click on ‘Track Citizen Services’.

• Enter your application ID.

• Enter the captcha.

• Click on ‘Submit’.

How to Verify BC Caste Certificate on Punjab Connect Portal?

Follow the below steps to verify BC Caste certificate on Punjab Connect Portal.

• Visit Punjab Connect Portal.

• Click on ‘Verify Certificate’.

• Enter the document serial number.

• Enter the captcha.

• Click on ‘Search’.

Application Fee for BC Caste Certificate in Punjab

Application/Processing Fee for BC Caste Certificate in Punjab is Rs. 65.00

Time Required to get BC Caste Certificate in Punjab

Time required to get BC Caste certificate in Punjab is 17 Days.

References

While crafting this guide, we have consulted reliable and authoritative sources, including official government directives, user manuals, and pertinent content sourced from government websites.

• Punjab Connect Portal

• BC Caste Certificate