Does a Caste Certificate expire in Bihar?

A Caste Certificate for SC and ST is permanent. OBC/EBC certificates may require annual Non-Creamy Layer renewal for income proof.

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Caste Certificate Online Apply (Jati) — Bihar RTPS Portal

जाति प्रमाण पत्र ऑनलाइन आवेदन — बिहार आरटीपीएस पोर्टल

Apply online for SC, ST, EBC (BC-I), BC (BC-II) Caste Certificate through Bihar RTPS ServicePlus platform.

Apply on Official Portal

Application Fee

Free of charge (Rs 0)

Processing Time

10 to 14 working days

Mode

Both

Validity / Renewal

Lifetime / State Rules

Required Documents Checklist

Aadhaar Card or Voter ID with local address in Bihar

Khatian / Land revenue receipt (LPC) showing ancestral caste or family caste proof

Passport size photograph

Eligibility Criteria

Permanent resident of Bihar belonging to SC, ST, EBC (BC-1), or BC (BC-2) categories

Source Verification & Official Disclaimer

Digital Dwara aggregates information strictly from official government portals and gazette notifications. Application processing times and fee structures are governed by state public service guarantee acts.

Official Source: https://serviceonline.bihar.gov.in