How to get SC/ST Caste Certificate in Himachal Pradesh?

Caste certificate in Himachal Pradesh certifies that the applicant belongs to a particular caste. Caste certificates are issued under two categories namely Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe certificate (ST). Caste Certificates are generally required for getting the benefits of various Government Schemes and for reservation in Government Services/Institutes, etc.

Eligibility Criteria for SC/ ST Caste Certificate in Himachal Pradesh

Following are the eligibility criteria for SC/ST Caste Certificate in Himachal Pradesh.

• The applicant must be a resident of Himachal Pradesh.

• The applicant must belong to the OBC Caste.

Documents Required for SC/ ST Caste Certificate in Himachal Pradesh

Following documents are required for SC/ST Caste Certificate in Himachal Pradesh.

• Residence Proof

• Attached Certificate from Employer or Community Group

How to Register on Himachal Pradesh e-District?

Follow the below steps to register on Himachal Pradesh e-District.

• Visit Himachal Pradesh e-district portal.

• Click on ‘Citizen Services’.

• Click on ‘New Registration’.

• A New User Registration form will open on your screen.

• Fill all the details carefully.

• If required, upload an id proof as well as a profile photo.

• Click on ‘Register’. 

How to Apply for SC/ ST Caste Certificate Online in Himachal Pradesh?

Follow the below steps to apply for SC/ ST Caste Certificate online in Himachal Pradesh.

• Visit Himachal Pradesh e-district portal.

• Click on ‘Citizen Services’.

• Login using your user id and password.

• Enter the captcha and click on submit.

• Click on ‘Apply for New Service’.

• Select ‘SC/ ST Caste Certificate’.

• Click on ‘New Application’.

• An application form will open on your screen.

• Fill the application form carefully.

• Upload the required documents.

• Make the required payment.

• You will receive a confirmation message on your registered mobile number along with the reference number.

How to Track SC/ ST Caste Certificate Online in Himachal Pradesh?

Follow the below steps to track SC/ ST Caste Certificate online in Himachal Pradesh.

• Visit Himachal Pradesh e-district portal.

• Click on ‘Track Application’.

• You can track the application in two ways.

• Search by Application Number

• Advance Search

• To Search by Application number, select the service name and application number.

• For Advance Search, select the service name, date of application, applicant name and mobile number.

• Click on Search.

How to Track Application Status of SC/ ST Caste Certificate by SMS in Himachal Pradesh?

You can also track application status through SMS in Himachal Pradesh. 

Send “HP EDIST ” at 166 or 51969 or 9223166166

In case of 9223166166, Pull SMS will be charged as per the rental or special-pack plan of the subscriber.

How to Verify SC/ ST Caste Certificate in Himachal Pradesh?

Follow the below steps to verify SC/ ST Caste Certificate in Himachal Pradesh.

• Visit Himachal Pradesh e-district portal.

• Click on ‘Verify Certificate’.

• Select the service name.

• Enter the application number or certificate number.

• Enter the captcha.

• Click on ‘Search’.

Application Fees for SC/ ST Caste Certificate in Himachal Pradesh

Application government fee for SC/ ST Caste Certificate is Rs.7

Processing fee for SC/ ST Caste Certificate is Rs. 10

LMK/SUGAM User Charges (if applicable) Rs. 10

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.

• Himachal Pradesh e-district portal

• SC/ ST Caste Certificate