How to get OBC Certificate in Delhi?

OBC is an official statement provided to the citizens of Other Backward Classes (OBC) by the State/Union Territory government confirming his/her caste.

This is valid for securing admission in all Educational Institutions and other professional institutions and also for employment.

Eligibility Criteria to get OBC Certificate in Delhi

The applicant is entitled for OBC Certificate of Delhi if

• An individual who is a citizen of India.

• OBC certificate has already been issued to any paternal blood relative (Father/ Uncle).

• An individual who is a permanent resident of Delhi on or before 8th September 1993.

• Caste applied for must be notified in Govt. of NCT of Delhi.

• The applicant is not covered under Creamy Layer category as specified by the Govt. of India time to time.

• Anyone who does not belong to OBC category can’t claim so on the virtue of marriage

The applicant is entitled for OBCCertificate(Central) for applying for appointment to Posts under the Government of India if

• An individual who is a citizen of India.

• An individual who is currently residing in Delhi.

• Caste applied for must be notified in the Government of India OBC List (Central)

• An individual who is a permanent resident of Delhi on or before 8th September 1993 is eligible for OBC certificate of Delhi (Central)for applying for appointment to Posts under the Government of India

• If applicant have migrated to Delhi after 8th September1993 then he/she will be eligible for OBC Certificate (Central) of the State to which he originally belonged to.

• The applicant is not covered under Creamy Layer category as specified by the Govt. of India time to time. Please check and fill Annexure I for eligibility.

• Anyone who does not belong to OBC category can’t claim so on the virtue of marriage.

Documents Required to get OBC Certificate in Delhi

Identity Proof of Beneficiary ( Any One is mandatory) –

• Aadhaar Card

• PAN Card

• Ration Card with Photo

• Voter ID Card

• Passport

• Driving License

• Any Govt. recognized document

Present Address Proof of Beneficiary ( Any One is mandatory) –

• Aadhaar Card

• Voter ID Card

• Driving License

• Passport

• Ration Card

• Rent Agreement (Registered )

• Bank Passbook

• Electricity Bill

• Water Bill

• Telephone Bill(Landline or Post-paid)

• Gas Bill

• Any Govt. recognized document

• Permanent Address Proof of Beneficiary (Any One is mandatory) – Documents same as listed in Present Address

• Copy of the Caste Certificate of Applicant's Father or any relative from paternal side

• Citizen must provide signed copy of Self-Declaration form along with the application form. A compliance to Annexure I that the citizen does not belong to creamy layer as laid in Annexure I must also be provided along with the Self-Declaration Form.

• One Passport size Coloured Photograph of the Beneficiary.

Case I: Whose family has been residing in Delhi since prior to 1993; and

Where an OBC Certificate has been issued to brother/sister/ father or any other relative from paternal side

Eligible for Delhi OBC Certificate

List of the Documents Required:

• Completed application form along with self-declaration of the claim for Non-Creamy Layer in the prescribed format. 

• Copy of the Caste Certificate of any relative from paternal side.

• Proof of relationship of the applicant with caste certificate holder. 

• One photo ID proof and one residential proof as per s.no. 2 and 3. ID proof of parent as per s.no. 1 will also be required in case applying for Minor.

Case II: Whose family has migrated to Delhi after 1993; and

Where an OBC Certificate has already been issued to father of the applicant from the State of Origin of the applicant’s family

Eligible for other state OBC certificate(respective State)

List of Documents required:

• Completed application form along with Self declaration of the claim for Non-Creamy Layer in the prescribed format.

• Copy of the Caste Certificate of father of the applicant 

• One photo ID proof and one residential proof as per s.no 2 and 3. ID proof of parent as per s.no. 1 will alsobe required in case applying for Minor.

Case III: Whose family has been residing in Delhi since prior to 1993; and

Where No OBC Certificate has been issued to any relative from paternal side

Eligible for OBC Central(Delhi State) certificate

List of Documents required: 

• Completed application form along with Self declaration of the claim for Non-Creamy Layer in the prescribed format. 

• Proof of residence in Delhi since prior to 1993 as per s.no 2 proving stay in Delhi prior to 1993 

• One photo ID proof and one residential proof as per s.no 2 and 3.. ID proof of parent as per s.no. 1 will also be required in case applying for Minor

Case IV: Where an OBC Certificate has already been issued to the applicant from Delhi/Other State

Eligible for OBC Central Certificate

List of Documents required:

• Completed application form along with Self declaration of the claim for Non-Creamy Layer in the prescribed format. 

• Copy of OBC Certificate of the applicant 

• One photo ID proof and one residential proof as per s.no 2 and 3.

How to Register on Delhi E-District Portal?

Follow the below steps to register on Delhi e-district portal.

• Visit E-district website.

• Click on 'Login/Register'.

• Click on 'Register'.

• Select your document type and enter the document number.

• Click on 'continue'.

• Enter your basic details.

• An access code and password will be sent on your registerd mobile number.

• Enter the access code and password and click on 'Register'.

How to Apply Online for OBC Certificate in Delhi?

Follow the below steps to apply online for OBC Certificate through E-district website.

• Visit E-district website.

• Login using your User ID and password to login to the website

• Select 'Revenue' under 'Services'.

• Select 'Issuance of Caste (OBC) Certificate' from the list.

• You will be able to see your basic details entered during registration.

• Click on 'Next'.

• Fill your details carefully

• Upload the documents.

• Click on submit to submit the application

• Make the required payment.

How to Apply Offline through CSC or Tehsildar Office for OBC Certificate in Delhi?

You can also visit any of the Citizen Service Centre to apply for OBC Certificate. Please note the following points for applying through CSC.

• Beneficiary’s self-attested copy of the original documents are to be produced while applying at Citizen Service Centre (CSC).

• Original declarations has to be submitted to the concerned SDM/Tehsildar/CSC by hand or speed post/registered post along with Application /Acknowledgement number.  

• The beneficiary himself/herself /any of his family member should be present at the CSC for photograph or submit his/her photograph.

How to Track Status of OBC Certificate Online in Delhi?

Online:

Follow the below steps to check the status of the application.

• Visit E-district website.

• Click on Track your Application.

• Select Department as "Department of Revenue".

• Select the certificate to be issued

• Enter Application Number followed by Applicant name.

• Enter security code.

• Click on "Search"

SMS:

You can also track application by sending SMS to 7738299899 SMS EDISTDL

How to Download OBC Certificate in Delhi?

Follow the below steps to download OBC Certificate.

• Visit E-district website.

• Select 'Issued Certificates' under 'Downloads'.
• Enter your details

• Select Department as "Department of Revenue"

• Select the certificate to be issued

• Enter Application Number followed by Applicant name.

• Enter security code.

• Click on "Search"

How to Verify OBC Certificate in Delhi?

Follow the below steps to verify  OBC Certificate.

• Visit E-district website

• Click on “Verify your Certificate”

• Select Department as "Department of Revenue"

• Select the certificate to be issued

• Enter Application Number followed by Applicant name.

• Enter security code.

• Click on "Search"

How to Register Grievance Online in Delhi?

You can register your grievances through the following methods.

• Call Center: The call center is functioning from 09:30 AM to 06:00 PM on all working days except Sunday. Call Centre Number: 011-23935730, 011-23935731,011-23935732,011-23935733,011-23935734

• Email: The query/complaints/suggestions are also received through email. edistrictgrievance@gmail.com

• Online

  • Visit E-district website

  • Click on “Register Grievances”.

• • Enter Department Name followed by your basic details.

  • Enter your grievance

  • Enter the security code

  • Click on submit

How to Track Status of Grievance in Delhi?

Follow the below steps to track your grievances.

• Visit E-district website

• Click on Track Grievances.

• Enter Greivance ID

• Enter mobile number followed by security code.

• Click on Search

Time Required to get OBC Certificate in Delhi

You will get OBC certificate within 14 days of application.

Charges

It will cost you INR 50 to obtain OBC Certificate.

Application Form

Application Form for OBC Certificate

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.

• E-district 

• OBC Certificate Guidelines