Complete guide to apply for SC, ST, OBC Jati Praman Patra in Bihar. Eligibility criteria, required documents, step-by-step online application, status check and certificate download process.
A Caste Certificate (also known as Jati Praman Patra in Hindi) is an official government document issued by the Bihar government that certifies a person's caste identity. In Bihar, caste certificates are issued for three main categories: Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Other Backward Class (OBC).
This certificate serves as legal proof of your caste for availing reservations in government jobs, educational admissions, scholarships, and various government welfare schemes. In 2026, Bihar has made it completely online through the Service Plus Bihar portal — eliminating the need to visit any government office.
You need a Bihar Caste Certificate if you belong to SC, ST or OBC community and want to:
Must be a permanent resident of Bihar. Proof of residence in Bihar for at least 1 year required.
Your caste must be in the list of notified SC, ST, or OBC castes as recognized by Bihar Government and Central Government.
Must be able to provide family caste proof through ration card or previous caste certificate of father/grandfather.
Aadhaar Card (mandatory for identity and OTP verification)
Voter ID Card or Driving Licence (alternate identity proof)
Family Ration Card (must show your name and caste)
Previous caste certificate of father or grandfather (if available)
Class 10 / School Certificate showing caste
Self-declaration form stating your caste category
Passport size photograph (recent, color, white background)
Mobile number linked to Aadhaar (for OTP)
Important: After submission, your application goes to the Revenue Department's circle officer for field verification. The officer may visit your home to verify your caste. Cooperate with the verification process for faster approval.