VALIDITY OF CAST & RESIDENCE CERTIFICATE IN ODISHA I NEW APP TO ISSUE CERTIFICATE

Summary

The video discusses the latest updates to government certificate rules, focusing on caste, residence, and income certificates. It explains that individuals from SC/ST categories only need a caste certificate once in their lifetime, while OBCs must renew theirs every three years. EWS certificates are valid for one year, and residence certificates are valid for five years. The video also covers the digitization of documents, where certificates are now linked with Aadhaar for automatic updates. It highlights the convenience of a new app for obtaining various certificates without needing to visit government offices.

Takeaways

• 😀 SC/ST caste certificates are valid for a lifetime and do not need to be renewed.
• 😀 OBC/SCBC caste certificates need to be renewed every 3 years.
• 😀 EWS certificates are valid for only 1 year and must be updated annually with an income certificate.
• 😀 Residence certificates need to be renewed every 4 to 5 years.
• 😀 The government has linked residence certificates with Aadhaar cards, enabling automatic updates when address changes occur.
• 😀 You no longer need to update your residence certificate manually every few years if your Aadhaar details are correct.
• 😀 Legal documents like death certificates and voter lists will be updated automatically with the generation of Aadhaar-linked information.
• 😀 The new system eliminates the need for regular visits to government offices for certificate updates.
• 😀 A new application has been launched to facilitate the process of obtaining certificates like income, residence, and legal heir certificates.
• 😀 The application will allow you to scan documents and receive updated certificates directly on your phone, reducing manual paperwork.
• 😀 Certificates processed through the application will be available for download within a set timeline, and can be printed at home or at a nearby print shop.

Q & A

What is the primary purpose of the video?

The primary purpose of the video is to explain the updated government rules regarding the validity of caste, residence, income, and legal heir certificates, and how they are linked to Aadhaar cards for smoother processing.

How long is a caste certificate valid for if you belong to the SC/ST category?

If you belong to the SC/ST category, the caste certificate is valid for life, meaning you only need to get it made once in your lifetime.

What is the validity period of a caste certificate for OBC and SCBC categories?

For OBC (Other Backward Classes) and SCBC (Special Caste Backward Classes) categories, the caste certificate must be renewed every three years.

What is the validity period of an EWS certificate?

The EWS (Economically Weaker Section) certificate remains valid for one year. If you need it after that, you must apply again.

How often does the residence certificate need to be renewed?

The residence certificate needs to be updated every four to five years, depending on the rules in place at the time.

How does the linking of Aadhaar with residence certificates work?

Once your residence certificate is linked with your Aadhaar card, any address changes or updates in the Aadhaar card automatically update the residence certificate. There is no need to repeatedly apply for a new certificate.

Can legal heir certificates be updated automatically?

Yes, the legal heir certificate can be updated automatically if the relevant documents (like death certificates and voter lists) are linked to your Aadhaar card.

What does the government’s new application allow citizens to do?

The new government application will allow citizens to apply for certificates such as income, residence, legal heir, and others through a public service center without the need to visit multiple government offices.

What is the expected timeline for receiving certificates through the new government application?

The timeline for receiving certificates through the application is typically six days, with five working days in a week for processing.

How does the new process benefit citizens?

The new process eliminates the need for citizens to repeatedly visit government offices. They can apply and receive certificates directly through the application, saving time and effort.