How to get minority community self-declaration certificate?

A self declaration of minority community certificate is a document that an individual self-attests to, saying that they belong to one of the minority communities recognised by the government of India. Sikhs, Buddhists, Christians, Muslims, Zoroastrians, and Jains are recognised as minority communities under Section 2(c) of the National Commission for Minorities Act (1992).

Why is a minority certificate required?

This credential is essential if you want to participate in specific government programmes and reservations (in the field of education, government jobs, special schemes, and other related activities).

Minority self-declaration

The applicant’s name, father’s name, and residential address are normally included on the community certificate. The certificate also specifies the applicant’s exact community. Aside from the applicant’s information, other facts, such as the date and location where the declaration was made, are also recorded. 

Points to be noted

Keep in mind that in some circumstances, supporting documentation, such as a community certificate, may be necessary. Furthermore, the applicant may be required to give a copy of their ID evidence. 

Filling out the online self declaration of minority community form by students:

1. Get the self-declaration form from any online site.
2. You can first preview the form. Then click the ‘Fill out form’ or ‘Sign online’ option, whichever option is available, to fill out the form.
3. Fill in your official contact and identity information.
4. Use a checkmark to indicate the correct answer.
5. To ensure complete accuracy, double-check all fillable fields.
6. Sign Tool is used to add your e-signature for the self-declaration of minority communities by student form.
7. When you’re through with the document, click Done.
8. The document can now be printed, saved, or shared.

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