Caste Certificate Application Form (PDF)
Where to find the caste certificate application form and how to fill it without the mistakes that get applications rejected.
About the form
The caste certificate application form collects your personal details, caste and category (SC/ST/OBC), address, and a declaration. Most states now use an online form inside their e-District portal, but a PDF version is usually available for offline submission at Tehsil offices and CSCs.
How to fill it correctly
- Download the form from your state's official e-District portal (look under 'Download Forms' or the certificate service page).
- Fill personal details exactly as they appear on your Aadhaar card — name mismatches are the most common reason for rejection.
- Select the correct category (SC, ST or OBC) carefully; choosing the wrong one invalidates the application.
- Attach self-attested copies of all required documents listed in our documents guide.
- Submit at the Tehsil office or CSC and collect the acknowledgement slip with your application number.
Frequently asked questions
From your state's official e-District portal under 'Download Forms', or in person at the Tehsil office or Common Service Centre.
Yes — most states now have the form built into their online application flow, which is faster and reduces errors.
Name mismatches with Aadhaar and selecting the wrong category. Fill slowly and double-check before submitting.