OBC NCL Certificate – Apply Online Assam

Govt. of Assam (Services)

State GovtAssam

Updated on 12 Oct 2026

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Service overview

Job Title

OBC NCL Certificate – Apply Online Assam

Department Name

Govt. of Assam (Services)

Type

Official Service

Govt. Type

State Govt

Location

Assam

Application Type

Always Open

Source

Government Website

Last Updated

12 Oct 2026

Official Apply

https://sewasetu.assam.gov.in/site/service-apply/issuance-of-non-creamy-layer-certificate

Official Site

https://sewasetu.assam.gov.in

Description

The Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) certificate is required by OBC/MOBC candidates in Assam to claim reservation benefits in government jobs and education. It can be applied for online through the Sewa Setu portal of the Government of Assam. Applicants must be Indian citizens and permanent residents of Assam, belong to a community recognised as OBC/MOBC in Assam, and hold an OBC/MOBC certificate issued by the competent authority. After submission, the application is verified by the concerned officials and the certificate is issued and made available for download from the ARTPS portal.

Eligibility criteria

Review qualification, age limit, and experience for OBC NCL Certificate in the table below.

Qualification

Apply for the OBC/MOBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate online through Sewa Setu, Government of Assam

Age Limit

Age Limit Not Required

Applicant Scope

Across the State · Assam

Employment Exchange

Not Required

State Citizen

Not Required

Important dates & links

Key dates and official links for OBC NCL Certificate. Verify on the government or board website before applying.

Official Notification

Click here

Application Mode

Online

Selection process & notes

Selection stages, disclaimers, and terms for OBC NCL Certificate.

First-time users must register with Full Name, Mobile No., State and Password (Email ID is optional), then log in and use the Apply Online tab.

Supporting documents: proof of residency (Electricity Bill, Registered Land Document, Voter ID/EPIC Card, Permanent Resident Certificate, Bank Passbook first page with photo, Aadhaar Card, or Ration Card of applicant or parent).

Supporting documents: digital OBC/MOBC certificate issued by the competent authority.

Supporting documents: income certificate of the parents/husband/wife from the Circle Officer (agriculturists), or from the controlling authority/Treasury Officer (retired salaried parents).

Supporting documents: scanned copy of the application form. Other accepted documents include Voter List, Affidavit and an existing OBC/MOBC certificate.

Fees listed on Sewa Setu: Convenience Fee Rs. 10, Statutory charges Rs. 30, Service charge (through PFC/CSC) Rs. 30, Printing Rs. 10 per page and Scanning Rs. 5 per page (if done at PFC/CSC).

Stipulated time limit is 30 days; applicants are notified by SMS and email when the certificate is ready (within 30 working days).

Applicants from autonomous council areas receive the certificate within 30 days of submission without further process.

If discrepancies are found, correct the online application or submit a fresh application as notified by the concerned official.

Track application status using the Track button and the application reference number.

Selection Process

Register and log in on the Sewa Setu portal Fill in the online form and upload the supporting documents Acknowledgement with application reference number is generated Application is forwarded to officials for verification (physical verification for non-autonomous council areas) Certificate is issued, or a query/rejection is sent by SMS and email Download the certificate from the ARTPS portal

Disclaimer

This listing is based on the information published on the official Sewa Setu portal of the Government of Assam; fees, documents and timelines may change. Information on Avedan is provided for convenience only. Candidates must verify all details on the official website before applying. Avedan is not the issuing authority and is not affiliated with the Government of Assam or any certificate-issuing office.

Terms and Conditions:

The application must be completed on the official Sewa Setu portal; eligibility rules follow the official service requirements. Applicants must be Indian citizens and permanent residents of Assam who belong to a community recognised as OBC/MOBC in Assam. Issuance or rejection of the certificate is at the sole discretion of the competent government authority. The Avedan app assists with tracking and guidance but does not submit applications on behalf of applicants or replace submission on the official portal.