OBC Certificate vs OBC Caste Certificate: Can I submit both for NEET counseling?

Ans: Hi Payal
SC certificate of central govt will suffice. Don't worry.

Ans: Hi.
For NEET Counselling,
1) For State Quota Counseling: State caste certificate.
2) For All India Quota (AIQ) Counseling: Central OBC-NCL certificate.

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Ans: Manjunath Sir, To obtain an OBC certificate for your children, it's essential to understand the state jurisdiction where your caste is recognized. In Karnataka, the Karnataka authorities are responsible for issuing the certificate, while Gujarat may not be feasible if your specific caste is not listed in the OBC list. To apply, you need to visit the native Taluk, gather necessary documents, and submit the application in person. If traveling isn't possible, consider using an authorized representative or an online application. Future considerations include considering residency implications, staying informed about changes in policies, seeking legal advice if uncertainties persist, and engaging with community groups from Karnataka residing in Gujarat. By following these steps, you can secure the OBC certificate for your children and ensure they have access to its benefits. All the Best for your Children's Prosperous Future.

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Ans: Hi,
You need to produce the certificate according to the specifications provided by the NTA. The NTA requires candidates to be categorized as either creamy layer or non-creamy layer, along with their caste or community certificate. When applying for the community or caste certificate for the NEET exam, it is important to inform the officials of your status. Alternatively, you can visit the e-Seva center in your area, where they will guide you through the process.

For your reference, i have extracted the details from NEET bulletin.
Category: General, General-EWS, SC, ST & OBC-NCL are available in the
drop-down list under the Category option. Caste Certificate uploaded in
the Online Application Form of NEET (UG) – 2025, necessary document
(s) related to Caste / Community will be verified at the Counselling by
concerned Central/State Counselling Authority.
• Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)- Non-Creamy Layer as per the
Central List of Other Backward Classes available on National
Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC), Government of India
website (www.ncbc.nic.in). Thus, the candidates falling in this list
may mention OBC-NCL in the Category Column. State list OBC-NCL
Candidates who are not in OBC-NCL (Central List) must choose
General.
• Economically Weaker Section (EWS) - As per the OM No.
20013/01/2018-BC-II dated January 17, 2019, issued by the
Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment and the OM No. 12-
4/2019-U1 dated 17.01.2019 as well as the Letters No 35-2/2019-
T.S.I dated 21.01.2019, 01.02.2019, 04.02.2019, and 15.02.2019 of
the MHRD Department of Higher Education (now known as Ministry
of Education) regarding the implementation of reservation for
Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) for admission in Central
Educational Institutions.

Ans: Hi Himanshu,
The validity (only one year) will be mentioned in the certificate while issued to a candidate. It is unnecessary Tension for you due to this issue. The recruiter will cross-verify before confirming. Apply to get a fresh certificate.