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The EWS certificate enables eligible candidates to avail a 10% reservation in direct recruitment for government jobs and admission to higher education institutions in the state of Assam. To claim the benefits of EWS reservation, candidates must possess a valid EWS certificate issued by the competent authority.
The EWS certificate serves as evidence of eligibility and allows individuals from economically weaker sections to access reservation benefits and opportunities in various sectors. It is an important document for individuals seeking equal opportunities and support in their pursuit of education and employment.
Benefits of EWS Certificate:
The persons belonging to EWSs who are not covered under the scheme of reservation for SCs, STs and OBCs shall get 10% reservation in direct recruitment in posts and services in the Government of Assam.
- 10% Reservation on Government Jobs In India.
- 10% Reservation on government School/Colleges/University in India.
- Through this certificate, you are eligible to get some government schemes.
To claim the benefit of 10% EWS reservation in any govt. job or admission in higher education, candidates have to essentially produce the valid EWS certificate issued by the competent authority.
Eligibility Criteria:
a) Income Criteria:
Individuals who are not eligible for reservation under SC, ST, and OBC categories and have a gross annual family income below Rs. 6.00 lakh (Rupees Six lakh only) are considered as Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) for the purpose of reservation.
The income includes earnings from all sources such as salary, agriculture, business, profession, etc., for the financial year prior to the year of application.
b) Asset Criteria:
In addition to the income criteria, individuals who own or possess any of the following assets are not considered eligible for EWS identification, regardless of their family income:
- Agricultural land measuring 15 Bigha or more in rural areas.
- Residential land measuring 1 Bigha or more in rural areas.
- Land measuring 1.5 Katha or more in notified Municipal Corporation/Municipal Board/Town Committee areas.
- Houses with a built-up area exceeding 1000 sq.ft. in notified Municipal Corporation/Municipal Board/Town Committee areas.
When determining the EWS status based on land or property holdings, the properties owned by the "Family" in different locations of different places/cities will be combined, including the person seeking reservation, their parents, siblings below 18 years of age, spouse, and children below 18 years of age.
Issuing Authority & Verifying Authority:
- To avail the reservation benefits under the EWS category, individuals must provide an Income and Asset Certificate issued by the Circle Officer or Circle Officer (A) of the Revenue circle where the candidate and/or their family normally resides.
- The Income and Asset Certificate should be issued by one of the following authorities (Given Below) in the prescribed format, and only certificates from these authorities will be accepted as proof of the candidate's claim to belong to the EWS category.
- The officer responsible for issuing the certificate will carefully verify all relevant documents and follow the prescribed process.
- The candidate should submit the income and asset certificate by the closing date for receipt of applications, unless a different crucial date has been specified.
- In the offer of appointment to candidates claiming to belong to the EWS category, the appointing authorities should include the following clause:
"The appointment is provisional and is subject to the verification of the Income and Asset Certificate through the proper channels. If the verification reveals that the claim to belong to the EWS category is fake/false, the services will be terminated immediately without further reasons and without prejudice to any further action that may be taken under the provisions of the Indian Penal Code for the production of a fake/false certificate."
- The appointing authority should verify the authenticity of the Income and Asset Certificate submitted by the candidate through the authority that issued the certificate.
These guidelines ensure that the Income and Asset Certificate provided by candidates claiming EWS reservation is genuine and undergoes proper verification to prevent misuse of the reservation benefits.
Authorities to issue Income and Asset Certificate:
The Income and Asset Certificate should be issued by one of the following authorities:
- District Magistrate/Additional District Magistrate/Collector/Deputy Commissioner/Additional Deputy Commissioner/1st Class Stipendary Magistrate/Sub-Divisional Magistrate/Taluka Magistrate/Executive Magistrate/Extra Assistant Commissioner,
- Chief Presidency Magistrate/Additional Chief Presidency Magistrate/Presidency Magistrate,
- Revenue Officer not below the rank of Tehsildar, and
- Sub-Divisional Officer of the area where the candidate and/or their family normally resides.
These authorities are responsible for issuing the Income and Asset Certificate in the prescribed format, and their certificates are accepted as valid proof of the candidate's claim to belong to the EWS category.
Documents Required:
- Voter ID card or Citizenship Certificate of self or parents.
- PAN card of self or parents.
- Birth Certificate issued by Competent authority/Admit card of the certificate of Madhyamik or equivalent examination.
- Pay slip of Self/Parents. (If Employed)
- Income Certificate from prescribed authoritues.
- Residential Certificate.
- RoR/Parcha/Registered Deed.
- Certificate in support of sub-caste from Pradhan of Gram Panchayat, Chairman of Muncipalities, Councillor of Muncipal Corporations.
Important points
Regarding appointment by EWS category:
- If there is a shortage of eligible candidates from the EWS category to fill all the reserved posts in the State Government during the recruitment process, the remaining vacancies will be filled by candidates from the unreserved category.
- EWS candidates who are selected under the quota for persons with benchmark disabilities or ex-servicemen will be placed against the roster points specifically allocated for the EWS category.
- A person belonging to the EWS category has the right to compete for appointment against an unreserved vacancy and cannot be denied this opportunity.
- EWS candidates who are selected based on merit and not as a result of reservation should not be included in the quota meant for reservation. They are selected based on their individual merit and should be considered separately from the reserved seats.
How To Apply for EWS Certificate in Assam:
To apply for an EWS Certificate in Assam through offline mode, candidates need to follow these steps:
- Download the EWS Certificate Form PDF from the provided link.
- Fill in all the required information accurately in the form.
- Affix a passport-size photograph in the designated space on the form.
- Gather all the necessary documents as specified.
- Attach the required documents to the completed application form.
- Submit the application form along with the supporting documents to the nearest Revenue Circle Office/Tahsil/Block Office.
- Alternatively, you can visit your nearest CSC (Common Service Center) or Jan Sewa Kendra and apply for the EWS Certificate there. They will assist you in the application process and help you obtain the EWS Certificate promptly.
By following these steps and submitting the application through the designated channels, you can apply for an EWS Certificate in offline mode in Assam.
Important Web-Links:
Income and Asset Certificate Application Format
EWS Certificate Application Format
EWS Office Memorandum : Link 1 | Link 2
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Frequently Asked Questions
A: To obtain an EWS certificate in Assam, you can download the EWS certificate form, fill it with the required information, attach the necessary documents, and submit the application to the nearest Revenue Circle Office/Tahsil/Block Office. Alternatively, you can visit a Common Service Center (CSC) or Jan Sewa Kendra for assistance.
A: An EWS certificate can be issued by authorities such as District Magistrate/Collector, Sub-Divisional Officer, Revenue Officer (Tehsildar), or Chief Presidency Magistrate. The certificate should be obtained from the authority in the prescribed format.
A: The documents typically required for an EWS certificate application include Voter ID card or Citizenship Certificate, PAN card, Birth Certificate, Income Certificate, Residential Certificate, Property documents, and supporting certificates from the Gram Panchayat or Municipalities.
A: Yes, a person belonging to the EWS category has the right to compete for an unreserved vacancy and should not be denied this opportunity.
A: If there is a shortage of eligible EWS candidates, the remaining vacancies reserved for the EWS category may be filled by candidates from the unreserved category.
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