In India there are different castes present in India. Based on caste there will be some special categories known as reservations, back ward classes and scheduled castes and scheduled tributes will get more advantage than other castes. In this article you will get information about Tamil Nadu Caste Certificate.
Therefore one should have a caste certificate in order to prove your caste and like other states Tamil Nadu also provides caste certificate. These are following steps to produce a caste certificate
[ Also Read:Tamilnadu Ration Card Apply ]
Documents required for Tamil Nadu caste certificate:
- Filling application form
- School transfer certificate
- Ration card
- Caste certificates issued for parents
Overview Of Tamilnadu Smart Card
| Name Of Scheme | Launched By | Beneficiary | Objective | Official Website | Launched Year | Mode Of Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu Public Distribution System (TNPDS) Smart Ration Card¹ | Government of Tamil Nadu | Residents of Tamil Nadu who are eligible for subsidized food grains and other commodities | To provide unified access to e Services of different Government Departments on a common platform across the State and to replace the old paper based ration cards with smart cards that have a 12digit unique identification number and a QR code | http://www.tnpds.gov.in/ | 2017 | Online |
Procedure for obtaining caste certificate in SC/ST:
- Visit official portal http://www.tn.gov.in
- In this select more options in which one can see
community certificate and in this fill positions which are in asterisk
- Name of applicant
- Parent’s name
- Sex
- DOB
- Date of application start date
- School certificates
- After filling these take a print of document and take these to revenue office and it will be sent to address with in period of 30 days.
The list of castes recognized by the Tamil Nadu government are:
- Scheduled Castes (SC)
- Scheduled Tribes (ST)
- Backward Classes (BC)
- Most Backward Classes (MBC)
- Denotified Communities (DNC)
- General
Procedure for Tamil Nadu OBC Certificate :
- Visit official portal http://www.tn.gov.in
- In this select more options in which one can see community certificate and in this fill positions which are in asterisk
- Name of applicant
- Parent’s name
- CAN
- Mobile
- Email id
- Sex
- DOB
- Date of application start date
- School certificates
- Next click in services section click on revenue department and click on REV-115 other back ward classes and press submit option
- After filling these take a print of document and take these to revenue office and it will be sent to address with in period of 30 days.
The fee for applying for a caste certificate in Tamil Nadu is
- For SC/ST candidates: Free
- For BC/MBC/DNC candidates: Rs. 60
- For OBC candidates: Rs. 100
What are the Benefits of tamilnadu caste certificate
following are the benefits of case certificate in tamilnadu
- Certificate helps in availing reservation benefits in education, employment, government schemes, etc.
- Caste helps in getting scholarships, fee concessions, loans, etc. from the government or other agencies.
- Document helps in proving one’s identity and eligibility for various rights and privileges.
- It helps in resolving legal disputes related to caste or community.
How To Download Tamilnadu Certificate Online
- Visit the Government of Tamilnadu official website and click on the link ‘more’ under the forms section on the webpage and type ‘community certificate’ on the search bar.
- Click on the ‘community certificate’ link to download the application form
- Fill the application form with the required details and sign it.
- Submit the application form along with the necessary documents to the nearest Common Service Center (CSC)or Revenue Department Office
- After verification, you will receive an acknowledgement slip with a reference number
- You can track the status of your application online using the reference number.
- Once your application is approved, you can download your caste certificate from the Tamil Nadu e-District portal by entering your certificate number and captcha code
How To Check Status Of Tamilnadu Ration Card
- To check the status online you need to visit the official portal of Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Department of your state government. For example if you are from Andhra Pradesh, you can go to [this website]
- On the portal you need to click on the link “Ration card status” or “Check application status” or something similar. You may need to select the form type that you have applied for, such as new ration card, correction, change of shop, etc.
- You need to enter the required information, such as your state/city/pin code and your reference number or barcode number. You can find this number on your application receipt or acknowledgment slip.
- After entering the details, you need to click on the “Submit” or “Search” button. You will see the status of your application on the screen. It may show whether your application is pending, approved, rejected, or delivered.
- To check the status through SMS you need to send a text message to a specific number provided by your state government. The format of the message may vary depending on your state. For example, if you are from West Bengal, you can send “WBPDS <space> RC <space> Ration Card Number” to 9088302333. You will receive a reply with the status of your ration card.
- You can also call the toll free number of your state government or visit the nearest ration shop or fair price shop to check the status of your ration card application.
How to Change details in Ration card
To change your details online .you need to visit the official website of Tamilnadu Public Distribution System
- On the website you need to click on any of the options under the “Electronic Card Related Services” or “மின்னணு அட்டை தொடர்பான சேவைகள்” section on the right side.
- Then you need to enter your registered mobile number and an OTP will be sent to your phone. You need to enter the OTP to login to your account.
- After logging in, you can click on the “Smart Card Details” option from the menu panel to make changes to the details on your ration card.
- You can click on the “Edit” button next to the detail that you want to change. You can change your name, address, family members, or other details on your ration card. You may also need to upload a scanned copy of the document (if required) as proof of your change.
- After making the changes you need to submit the form and wait for the approval from the authorities. You can also check the status of your request online.
- To change your details offline .you need to visit the nearest Seva center or ration shop in your area.
- You need to fill up an application form and attach the required documents (such as Aadhaar card, voter ID, electricity bill, etc.) as proof of your change.
- You also need to pay a nominal fee for the service.
- The officials will verify your details and issue you a new smart ration card with the updated information. You can also collect your old ration card from them.
To Contact The Official Authorities
Address:
- Directorate of e-Governance
- Information Technology and Digital Services Department
- Government of Tamil Nadu2nd Floor,Namakkal Kavignar Maligai,Secretariat,Chennai 600009.Phone: 044 – 2567 0783
- Email: tnesevaihelpdesk@tn.gov.in
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How to apply for a smart ration card online?
A: You can apply for a smart ration card online through the TNPDS portal by registering as a new user and filling up the application form with the required details.
Q: How to check the status of my smart ration card application?
A: You can check the status of your smart ration card application by logging in to the TNPDS portal and clicking on the ‘Application Status’ option under the ‘Smart Card Services’ menu.
Q: How to download and print my smart ration card from the TNPDS website?
A: You can download and print your smart ration card from the TNPDS website by entering your registered mobile number and OTP, and then clicking on the ‘Download Smart Card’ button.
Q: How to change the address or other details in my smart ration card?
A: You can change the address or other details in your smart ration card by logging in to the TNeGA portal and selecting the ‘REV-107 Family Migration Certificate’ service under the ‘Revenue Department Services’ category.
Q: How to check the ration card list of Tamil Nadu for the year 2023?
A: You can check the ration card list of Tamil Nadu for the year 2023 by visiting the BankBazaar website and filling up the form with your district, city, and locality
