Community Certificate
A Community Certificate is the proof of one’s belonging to a particular caste, especially in case one belongs to any of the ‘Scheduled Castes’, ‘Scheduled Tribe’ and other Backward Classes as specified in the Indian Constitution. This will bring special encouragement and opportunities to the Scheduled Castes and Tribes for their progress at the same pace as the rest of the citizenry.
Eligibility Criteria
Who is eligible to apply for this certificate in Kerala- verified Permanent resident of Kerala state with valid address proof.
- verified Individual or family meeting the departmental income / caste / land criteria.
- verified Valid Aadhaar or Ration card matching applicant name.
Mandatory Checklist & Documents
Scanned copies or clear smartphone photos requiredApplication & Approval Process
1. Citizen Submission
Submit applicant profile, address details, and attach scanned documents via mobile app or web portal.
2. Akshaya Kendra Pre-Audit
An authorized Akshaya Kendra operator audits document legibility to guarantee zero rejection before departmental filing.
3. Departmental / Officer Verification
Field inquiry report submitted by the Village Officer and digitally approved by the competent authority.
4. Instant Digital Certificate Delivery
Download your digitally signed PDF certificate with QR verification code on WhatsApp and DigiLocker.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How long does it take to issue this certificate in Kerala?
Typically 3 to 5 working days following document verification by the local Akshaya Kendra operator and village officer review.
Q. Is this digital certificate valid for banks and government admissions?
Yes. All certificates processed via MySahayi and Akshaya Kendras carry official government digital signatures and QR verification codes valid throughout India.
Q. What if my application has errors or missing proofs?
Your allocated Kendra operator will flag any missing proofs and notify you via SMS/WhatsApp so you can resubmit without paying additional statutory fees.
Apply & Track on Mobile
Receive live push notifications directly to your phone when Village Officer processes your file.
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