Caste certificate, caste validity and non-creamy layer in Maharashtra: documents and process
A caste certificate in Maharashtra is issued by the Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) through Aaple Sarkar. You must prove your family’s caste and residence in Maharashtra before the cut-off date: 10 August 1950 for SC, 21 November 1961 for VJ/NT, and 13 October 1967 for OBC/SBC — usually through old school records, land records or a relative’s certificate. For admissions, jobs and elections you also need a caste validity certificate from the District Caste Scrutiny Committee (online via CCVIS). OBC/VJNT/SBC applicants also need a non-creamy layer (NCL) certificate (family income limit ₹8 lakh).
Key facts Last verified: 25 Sep 2026
| Item | Details | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Issuing authority | Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) via Aaple Sarkar | Revenue Dept, Maharashtra |
| Proof cut-off dates | SC: 10 Aug 1950 · VJ/NT: 21 Nov 1961 · OBC/SBC: 13 Oct 1967 | Maharashtra caste certificate rules |
| Caste validity | District Caste Certificate Scrutiny Committee; apply online on CCVIS (BARTI) | Social Justice Dept, Maharashtra |
| Scheduled Tribes | ST validity is handled by Scheduled Tribe Certificate Scrutiny Committees (Tribal Development Dept) | Tribal Development Dept |
| NCL income limit | ₹8 lakh a year (family) | Govt norms |
Documents for a caste certificate
- Applicant’s school leaving certificate showing caste (very useful)
- Father’s / grandfather’s school leaving certificate or caste certificate showing the same caste
- Proof from before the cut-off date: old school records, birth/death register extracts, land records (7/12, 8A), or service records showing caste and Maharashtra residence
- Affidavit / self-declaration in the prescribed format and family tree (vanshaval) where required
- Identity and address proof (Aadhaar etc.) and a photo
How to apply
- On aaplesarkar.mahaonline.gov.in, choose Revenue Department → Caste Certificate.
- Fill in family details and upload documents proving caste before the cut-off date.
- Pay the fee and submit. The SDO office may call you for verification.
- Download the certificate once issued (typically in about 3 weeks).
Caste validity (for admissions, jobs, elections)
After getting the caste certificate, apply for caste validity online on the CCVIS portal. Choose the purpose (education, service, election), upload the caste certificate and supporting documents, and submit the printout to the District Caste Scrutiny Committee. Apply early — admissions often have strict deadlines, with limited extensions.
Non-creamy layer (NCL) certificate
Needed by OBC, VJ/NT and SBC applicants for reservation in education and jobs. The family’s income (excluding salary and agricultural income as per the rules) must be below ₹8 lakh a year for the preceding three years. Apply on Aaple Sarkar with income proof for 3 years; Maharashtra NCL certificates are commonly accepted for 3 years from issue, but check what your admission or recruitment asks for.
Frequently asked questions
What proof is needed for a caste certificate in Maharashtra?
Proof that your family belonged to the caste and lived in Maharashtra before the cut-off date — 1950 for SC, 1961 for VJ/NT, 1967 for OBC/SBC — usually via old school, land or register records, plus your own school leaving certificate.
What is caste validity and where do I apply?
It is verification of your caste certificate by the District Caste Scrutiny Committee. Apply online on the CCVIS portal (bartievalidity.maharashtra.gov.in); ST applicants apply to the ST scrutiny committee.
What is the income limit for the non-creamy layer certificate?
₹8 lakh a year for the family, calculated as per the government rules.
Official links
Use only these government websites. HumainOne is not connected to any of them.
- Aaple Sarkar (MahaOnline)Caste and NCL certificates
- CCVIS — Caste validity (BARTI)Online caste validity application and tracking
- Tribal Development Dept, MaharashtraST certificate verification
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