How to get an OBC NCL certificate

The history and traditions of India’s people are rich and varied. Different castes and religious groups coexist peacefully in India. Due to this, India’s social fabric is intricate and tightly woven. Some parts of the nation still have class distinctions and segregation. 

Therefore, the government offers preferential treatment to those who come from historically oppressed groups. One such program is the OBC NCL certificate, which enables individuals who fall into the OBC category to access various additional benefits.

This post will cover all there is to know about the OBC NCL certificate, including how to apply for it, the eligibility requirements, and other relevant information.

 

What exactly is an OBC NCL certificate? 

The OBC NCL certificate was first issued in 1993. As a result of the introduction of this certificate, a portion of employment in the central government was designated for certificate holders. 

Students with a Non-Creamy Layer Certificate are also eligible for specific allocations at prestigious educational institutes like IIT and IIM. The OBC NCL certificate is granted by the Tahsildar of the relevant State Government.

 

Eligibility criteria for OBC NCL Certificate

Applicants for an OBC NCL certificate must demonstrate that they fall under the OBC category’s “non-creamy layer.” For this purpose, the government has established eligibility criteria for issuing this certificate. 

• Limits on income 

If the combined yearly household income of the individual and his or her dependents is less than Rs. 8 lakh, then the individual is considered to be in the “Non-Creamy Layer Income” category. 

• Central government employee parents

A person is eligible for an OBC NCL certificate if the government employs his or her parents in any capacity (for example, in the Group D or Group C categories).

• Central government employees

The candidate is also qualified for this certificate if the central government employs him or her in a group B position. (Non-Creamy Layer Income) However, this only holds true if the guardians in question will not receive any kind of central government income, such as a pension.

• Central government employees’ wives

Women whose husbands will be working for the central government may also submit an application for the certificate provided they meet the requirements.

See also: OBC certificate status check West Bengal

Non-eligibility criteria for OBC NCL Certificate

• Those individuals who are classified as MBC or BC cast.
• Applicants with parents employed in group A services such as the IAS or IPS are not permitted to apply.
• Those individuals are not eligible to apply if one of their parents works in a job that falls into group B or C or in a position that falls into group 1 for either the state government or the central government.
• No one whose family’s annual income is higher than eight lakhs is allowed to seek this certificate.

 

Documents required for OBC NCL certificate

 

Proof of identity (anyone)	PAN Card Passport  Water Bill  Aadhaar Card  Voter ID Card  Driving License
Proof of address (anyone)	Passport  Ration Card  Aadhaar Card  Voter ID Card  Telephone Bill  Electricity Bill Property Tax Receipt
Other documents	If the father’s caste certificate is unavailable, proof from a relative must be provided. In the event of a relocation, valid identification from your state of origin is required. Evidence of caste from before the marriage, proof of marriage, and proof of name change are all required of married women. A certificate may be obtained from recognised Muslim Societies by practising Muslims. The government approves it.
Mandatory documents	Income proof  Affidavit for caste  Proof of caste

 

Application process for OBC NCL certificate

The applicant for an OBC NCL certificate can complete the application form either offline or online while applying for the certificate. 

• Offline method 

The applicant may submit offline applications by following these steps, which are detailed below:

• To get an OBC NCL certificate using the offline option, you will need to go to any of the local sites close to you, such as the Tehsil Office, the SDM office, or the revenue office.
• You will be given a registration form for the OBC NCL certificate there, and you will be required to fill out all of the information that is requested on the application form.
• In this form, you are required to provide all of your private details, such as name, name of your parents, category, age, occupation, contact information, address, and so on.
• The applicant will be responsible for filling out the caste area of your application form. This section requires the aspirant to provide information on the caste of both his or her father. If the aspirant’s father has passed away, they would be required to fill out their caste data using the papers of any one of their living blood relations.
• If the applicant has moved from one area to another inside India, they will need to fill out a specific application form.
• You are required to sign the application form and complete it in its entirety, including the self-declaration section.
• As part of the application process, you must provide a photograph of yourself in passport size, with your permanent address and references. This will be done via references if more information or verification is required.
• In addition to the application form, the aspirant must present documents that have been self-attested to any government authorities. You should expect to get your OBC NCL certificate anywhere from thirty-two to fifty days after completing the application form.

 

• Online method 

It’s important to note that just a few Indian states now allow this certificate to be registered online.

• To submit your application for a caste certificate, you must first visit the department’s official website.
• A box labelled “apply for SC/ST/OBC” is on the webpage. Just follow the link.
• The next step is to fill out the online application for this certificate on this website.
• All information you provide must be accurate. Because all of the data you submitted in the application has been checked and found to be accurate.
• You should review all the information you entered into the application form before submitting it.
• An acknowledgement sheet and an application number will be sent to you once you’ve submitted your application.
• The application form slip may be printed out or saved locally by the applicant. To see where your application stands, you need to use this slip.
• After verification, the applicant may get his or her OBC NCL certificate digitally.

 

FAQs:

What is an NCL Number?

After submitting an application for an OBC NCL certificate, you will be given this number to monitor your request's status.

Where can I get my OBC NCL if I don't want to apply online?

Yes, it's feasible. You will be required to go to any nearest Revenue office, SDM office, or Tehsil office to get the necessary application form, fill it out, and then submit it.

Do the terms caste certificate and creamy layer certificate mean the same thing?

There is a difference between the functions of a cast certificate and a creamy layer certificate, even though both include your community's name. Both types of certificates are separate entities.