What is a Community and Date of Birth Certificate in Telangana?

In Telangana, under the Telangana (SC, ST and BC) Regulation of Issue of Community Certificates Act, 1993, the revenue department issues an integrated document known as the 'Community, Nativity and Date of Birth Certificate'. It combines caste status (SC, ST, BC, EWS), local nativity under Presidential Order 2018, and legal date of birth into a single digitally signed certificate.

Who is the issuing authority for Caste Certificates in Telangana?

The Competent Authority to issue and digitally sign Caste Certificates in Telangana is the Tahsildar (Mandal Revenue Officer - MRO) of the concerned administrative Mandal. Field inquiry is conducted by the Village Revenue Officer (VRO) and scrutinised by the Mandal Revenue Inspector (MRI).

How long is a Caste Certificate valid in Telangana?

For Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), the Community Certificate issued by the Government of Telangana carries lifetime permanent validity. For Backward Classes (BC-A, BC-B, BC-C, BC-D, BC-E) claiming Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) status and EWS candidates, the financial income validity is restricted to one financial year.

What is the difference between Category-A and Category-B services on TG MeeSeva?

Category-A services on MeeSeva provide instant across-the-counter certificate issuance if your or your family's digitally verified community record already exists in the central database. Category-B services are for fresh applicants requiring a full 30-day field verification by the VRO and MRI before the Tahsildar approves it.

Why are 1st to 10th Study Certificates mandatory for Telangana Caste Certificate?

Under the Presidential Order 2018 and Telangana public employment rules, continuous schooling for a minimum of 4 consecutive years ending with Class 10 determines a candidate's 'Local Area' (Mandal/District/Zone). Study and bonafide certificates establish both nativity and historical caste entries recorded in school registers.

How can I track and download my Telangana Caste Certificate?

You can track your application on ts.meeseva.telangana.gov.in by entering your MeeSeva Application Number or Transaction ID (starts with TS or TG) in the 'Check Application Status' box. Once approved by the Tahsildar, the digitally signed PDF can be downloaded directly from the portal or printed on MeeSeva hologram stationery at any franchise center.

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TG MeeSeva Online Application Manual (2026)

Step-by-step procedural manual for filing an application for the Community, Nativity and Date of Birth Certificate (కుల, నివాస మరియు పుట్టిన తేదీ ధ్రువీకరణ పత్రం) under Act 16 of 1993 in Telangana through the official TG MeeSeva Citizen Portal (ts.meeseva.telangana.gov.in) or authorized MeeSeva franchise kiosks. Follow these exact instructions to ensure prompt field enquiry and Tahsildar approval.

Select Your Application Mode: Self Online vs. MeeSeva Center

Option A: Self-Service Online

TG MeeSeva Citizen Portal

Apply directly from your smartphone or computer at ts.meeseva.telangana.gov.in/citizen-portal/. Requires an Aadhaar-linked mobile number to receive authentication OTPs and submit digital enclosures.

Available 24x7 with direct UPI, net banking, or debit card payment
Statutory portal fee: ₹45 with electronic receipt generation

Option B: Assisted Counter

MeeSeva Franchise Center

Visit any authorized MeeSeva center in your Mandal. The operator scans physical documents, captures biometric authentication, fills Form I/II/III, and tenders the application directly to the Revenue Department.

Operator assistance for document scanning and regional typing
Statutory user fee: ₹80 with physical printed acknowledgement

Complete Walkthrough

Step-by-Step Online Filing Process on TG MeeSeva

Follow these six structured steps to complete your Category-B application on the citizen portal:

Citizen Portal Registration & Aadhaar e-KYC

Open ts.meeseva.telangana.gov.in and navigate to Citizen Portal. Click on New User Registration. Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number, full legal name, permanent email ID, and mobile number. Validate the registration using the 6-digit OTP received from UIDAI.

Select Service: Revenue Department → Community Certificate

Log in to your citizen dashboard. In the left-hand navigation pane, select Revenue Department. Under the services list, choose Community, Nativity and Date of Birth Certificate (Category-B). If applying for Central Government jobs, select OBC Certificate (Non-Creamy Layer).

Input Personal, Mandal, Village & Sub-Caste Details

Fill in the applicant's personal details, father's name, mother's name, gender, and date of birth as recorded in school certificates. Select your native District, Revenue Mandal, and Village / Municipal Ward. From the statutory dropdown, pick your exact Community (SC, ST, BC-A, BC-B, BC-C, BC-D, BC-E) and sub-caste serial number.

Enter Schooling History for Presidential Order Nativity

Provide academic institutional study details from Class 1 to Class 10. You must specify the school name, district, and academic years studied. Under the Presidential Order 2018, studying four consecutive years (ending with Class 10) in a specific Telangana district establishes statutory local candidate eligibility.

Upload Scanned Documents in Prescribed PDF Format

Upload clear PDF scans (each file under 3 MB):

Applicant & Father Aadhaar Card
Telangana Food Security Card (FSC) / White Ration Card
School Transfer Certificate (TC) or 1st to 10th Study / Bonafide Certificates
Father's or Paternal relative's legacy caste document / Dharani passbook
Self-declaration affidavit on non-judicial stamp paper

Pay Fee & Save MeeSeva Application Number

Pay the statutory fee of ₹45 through the integrated payment gateway using UPI, credit card, or internet banking. Upon successful transaction, an electronic receipt is generated containing your 15-character Application Number (e.g., TS... or TG...). Save this receipt for status tracking.

Field Verification Requirement for Category-B Applications

Category-B applications trigger mandatory field verification. Within 7–14 days of filing, the Village Revenue Officer (VRO) or Panchayat Secretary will contact you or visit your residence to verify original school records, Food Security Card, and ancestral roots. Keep original physical documents ready for spot inspection.

Citizen Assistance & Official Helplines

If you encounter technical issues during portal registration or payment processing, contact the dedicated Telangana administrative helpdesks:

MeeSeva Citizen Toll-Free Helpline

Call 1800-425-1110 or 040-48560012 (Working Days 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM)

Praja Vani Public Grievance Portal

For administrative delays exceeding the 30-day statutory SLA, register a grievance via Praja Vani.

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How to Apply Online for Telangana Caste Certificate (TG MeeSeva Portal)