Chhattisgarh Caste Certificate Apply Online 2026

The caste certificate (जाति प्रमाण पत्र — Jaati Praman Patra) in Chhattisgarh is issued by the Revenue Department (Sub-Divisional Magistrate / Tehsildar) and is required for OBC/SC/ST reservations, Chhattisgarh state scholarships, CGPET/NEET state counselling, government job applications (CGPSC), and tribal development scheme eligibility. Applications are processed through CG e-District portal.

Quick summary: Apply at edistrict.cgstate.gov.in or at Lok Seva Kendra (LSK). Issued by Tehsildar/SDM within 15–30 days.

Caste Categories in Chhattisgarh

Chhattisgarh has the third highest ST reservation (32%) in India. Major tribal communities include: Gond, Baiga, Kamar, Halba, Abujhmadia, Kol, Saura. The Gond community is the largest tribal group.

Why You Need CG Caste Certificate

• Chhattisgarh state scholarship — OBC/SC/ST post-matric scholarship
• CGPET / NEET CG state counselling — caste certificate for reserved seats
• Government job reservation — CGPSC, CG Vyapam (CGPEB), district recruitment
• Tribal Development Department schemes — eligibility for Adivasi welfare
• Central OBC NCL — for UPSC/SSC/railways (if community is in central OBC list)
• Mukhyamantri Kanyadan Yojana — caste certificate for scheme benefits

Documents Required

• Aadhaar card (mandatory)
• Ration card (shows family caste/community)
• Father's school leaving certificate (TC with caste)
• Khasra / Bhu Adhikar Patra (for ST applicants — land records showing tribal holding)
• Self-declaration of caste
• Voter ID (address proof)
• Passport-size photograph

How to Apply Online — CG e-District Portal

1. Go to edistrict.cgstate.gov.in
2. Register / log in with mobile number
3. Click "Revenue Department" → "Caste Certificate" (जाति प्रमाण पत्र)
4. Fill form:
   • Applicant name, address (district, tehsil, village)
   • Caste/community declaration (SC / ST / OBC)
   • Father's community details
5. Upload documents (Aadhaar, father's TC, ration card, photograph)
6. Pay fee: ₹20–40 (online)
7. Submit → note Application Reference Number

Apply via Lok Seva Kendra (LSK)

CG's Lok Seva Kendras (at tehsil/block level) are the recommended route:

1. Visit nearest Lok Seva Kendra
2. Carry Aadhaar, ration card, father's caste proof
3. Operator submits application on CG e-District
4. Service charge: approximately ₹30–60
5. Collect acknowledgement

Status Check & Download

1. Go to edistrict.cgstate.gov.in
2. Click "Track Application" → enter Application Reference Number
3. Once approved: download digitally signed PDF

Processing Time

CG Lok Sewa Guarantee Act — Your Rights

Under Chhattisgarh Lok Sewa Guarantee Act 2011, caste certificate must be issued within the notified timeframe. If delayed, apply to the Designated Officer for compensation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Gond community — which category in CG?

Gond is classified as Scheduled Tribe (ST) in Chhattisgarh. Gonds are the largest tribal group in CG. The Gond community is also in the central ST list — so CG ST certificate is valid for both state and central ST reservations.

CG OBC certificate vs central OBC — same?

Not necessarily. The CG OBC list and central OBC list are different. For CG state government jobs (CGPSC): CG OBC certificate applies. For UPSC/SSC/railways: verify if your community is in the central OBC list at ncbc.nic.in. Apply for OBC NCL certificate separately if needed.

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