How to get SC ST Caste Certificate in Madhya Pradesh?

Caste certificate is an official statement provided to the citizen by the state government confirming his/her caste.

To be able to avail the privileges reserved for a particular caste, a citizen belonging to the caste must be in possession of a valid Caste Certificate.

Eligibility Criteria to Apply for SC or ST Caste Certificate in Madhya Pradesh

• The applicant should be a resident of Madhya Pradesh

• The applicant should be under the Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) category. 

Documents Required to Apply for SC or ST Caste Certificate in Madhya Pradesh

Following documents are required to apply for Caste Certificate in Madhya Pradesh.

• Photocopy of Educational Qualification Certificates for the Applicant.

• Declaration letter attached regarding caste and date of residence.

For Confirmation of Caste

• A photocopy of the record of ancestral property (land/plot/house registry or any other revenue record, etc.) in which the caste is mentioned, for verification through family members (paternal grandfather/grandmother/maternal grandfather/maternal grandmother/father/mother/uncle/brother). 

• Alternatively, Caste Certificate issued by the sub-divisional officer (revenue) for any family member (father/uncle/son/brother/sister) issued after the year 1996.

For Confirmation of Residence in Madhya Pradesh in the year 1950 or before or after that

• Proof of education/government service/voter identity card/family members' (paternal grandfather/grandmother/maternal grandfather/maternal grandmother/father/mother/uncle/brother) names recorded in the record of ancestral property (land/plot/house registry or any other revenue record, etc.) for verification. 

How to Register on MP e-District?

Before applying for Caste Certificate in Madhya Pradesh, you need to register on the MP E-District Online Portal. 

Follow the below steps to register on MP e-District Online Portal.

• Visit the MP E-District Online Portal.

• Click on ‘MP Lok Seva Guarantee Portal’.

• Click on ‘Citizen Registration’.

• Enter your details like- name, phone number, email, password.

• Enter the captcha.

• Click on ‘Click here to verify your mobile number and email’.

• An OTP will be sent on your phone number and email. 

• Verify your details. 

• Complete your profile by adding your personal details, address and upload a profile picture before applying for a service. 

How to Apply Online for SC or ST Caste Certificate in Madhya Pradesh?

Follow the below steps to apply online for Caste Certificate in Madhya Pradesh.

• Visit the MP E-District Online Portal.

• Click on ‘MP Lok Seva Guarantee Portal’.

• Login using your email and password.

• Click on ‘Solution One Day’.

• Click on ‘Certificates’.

• Select ‘Issuance of Caste Certificate to Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe’

• Under ‘Application and Fee Details’, click on ‘Apply’.

• An application will open on your screen for ‘Caste Certificate’.

• Enter your details carefully.

• Click on Save and Continue.

Application Fees for SC or ST Caste Certificate in Madhya Pradesh

The fee varies based on the way you apply for Caste Certificate.

• Lok Seva Kendra- Rs. 20
• Online- No fee

How to Track the Status of SC or ST Caste Certificate in Madhya Pradesh?

Follow the below steps to track the status of Caste Certificate in Madhya Pradesh.

• Visit the MP E-District Online Portal.

• Click on ‘MP Lok Seva Guarantee Portal’.

• Click on ‘Application Status’.

• You can check the status of your application by entering your registration number or mobile number.

• Enter your registration number or mobile number.

• Check the status of your application.

Time Required to get SC or ST Caste Certificate in Madhya Pradesh?

For urban areas: 30 working days

For rural areas: 30 working days

References

In creating this guide, we have referred to high-quality, credible sources such as official government orders, user manuals, and relevant materials from government websites.

• MP E-District Online Portal
• MP E-District User Manual