How to get ST Certificate in Meghalaya?

Written By Manya Khare   | Published on December 28, 2023




In Meghalaya, the Scheduled Tribe (ST) caste certificate is an official document that recognizes an individual as a member of a Scheduled Tribe, as specified in the Constitution of India. This certificate is essential for individuals belonging to Scheduled Tribes to avail themselves of various benefits and reservations provided by the government. 

Eligibility Criteria for ST Certificate in Meghalaya

Following are the eligibility criteria for ST Certificate in Meghalaya.

  • The applicant must be a resident of Meghalaya.

  • The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Tribe.

Documents Required for ST Certificate in Meghalaya

Following are the documents required for ST Certificate in Meghalaya.

  • Birth Proof

  • Residential Proof

  • Supporting Document

  • Parent ST Certificate

  • NOC from Clan (NOC from clan incase of mixed marriage)

  • Adoption Proof (Court Order/Registered Adoption Deed) (Mandatory only in case of adopted child)

  • ST Proof – Other State (ST Proof of either parent)

How to Register on e-District Meghalaya?

Follow the below steps to register on e-district Meghalaya.

  • Enter your name, email- id, mobile number.

  • Enter your password.

  • Select your state.

  • Enter the captcha.

  • A verification link will be sent on your email id. Click on the link to verify.

How to Apply for ST Certificate Online in Meghalaya?

Follow the below steps to apply for ST Certificate Online in Meghalaya.

  • Visit Meghalaya e-District Portal.

  • Click on ‘Login’.

  • Login using your email id and password.

  • Click on ‘View all services’ under ‘Apply for Services’.

  • Search for ‘Scheduled Tribe Certificate’ in the search bar.

  • Click on ‘Scheduled Tribe Certificate’.

  • An application form for ST Certificate will open on your screen.

  • Fill the application carefully.

  • Enter the captcha.

  • Click on ‘Submit’.

How to Track ST Certificate Application Status Online in Meghalaya?

Follow the below steps to track st certificate application status online in Meghalaya.

  • Visit Meghalaya e-District Portal.

  • Click on ‘Track Application Status’.

  • Select an option to track application.

    • Through Application Reference Number

    • Through OTP/ Application Details

  • To track application through reference number, enter the reference number and select whether you want to track through application submission date or delivery date.

  • To track application through OTP/ Application details, select the service and enter the mobile number. 

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

  • Enter the captcha.

  • Click on ‘Search’.

Time Required to get ST Certificate in Meghalaya

Time required to get ST Certificate in Meghalaya is 30 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.

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