How Can I Apply for an Assamese EWS Certificate?

The benefit of reservation under the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) category can be claimed by presenting an Income and Asset Certificate issued by the appropriate authorities. Here are the key points regarding the issuing and verifying authorities:

1. Issuing Authorities:
   • The Income and Asset Certificate can be issued by the Circle Officer or Circle Officer (A) of the revenue circle where the candidate and their family reside.
2. Verification Process:
   • The certificate must be issued by the designated authorities from the list provided in the prescribed format.
   • The officer issuing the certificate must carefully verify all supporting documents according to the prescribed process.
3. Crucial Date for Submission:
   • The crucial date for submitting the Income and Asset Certificate will typically be the closing date for receipt of the application unless otherwise specified.
4. Verification Clause in Appointment:
   • The appointing authority must include a clause in the offer of appointment, stating that the appointment is provisional.
   • The clause should specify that the appointment will be subject to verification of the Income and Asset Certificate.
   • If the certificate is found to be fraudulent, the services will be terminated immediately without further explanation, and legal action may follow as per the Indian Penal Code.
5. Verification of Certificate:
   • The appointing authority should verify the authenticity of the Income and Asset Certificate through the relevant issuing authority.

This ensures that candidates claiming the EWS benefit have their claims properly verified before final appointments are made.

Important points regarding appointment by the EWS (Economically Weaker Sections) category:

1. Unfilled EWS Posts:
   • If all posts reserved for EWS candidates are not filled due to a shortage of eligible candidates, the remaining vacancies will be filled by candidates from the unreserved category.
2. EWS Candidates in Reserved Quotas:
   • If an EWS candidate is selected under the quota for persons with benchmark disabilities or ex-servicemen, they will be placed against the roster points earmarked for EWS.
3. Competing for Unreserved Vacancies:
   • A person belonging to the EWS category cannot be denied the right to compete for appointments in unreserved vacancies.
   • If EWS candidates are selected based on merit and not due to reservation, they will not be counted towards the EWS reservation quota.

These points ensure that EWS candidates have access to both reserved and unreserved opportunities, with provisions for filling vacancies in an equitable manner.

Documents required to issue an Income and Asset Certificate for the EWS category:

1. Address Proof – To verify the applicant’s residence.
2. Identity Proof – For identifying the person seeking the certificate (e.g., Aadhar card, passport, etc.).
3. Salary Slip – If the applicant is employed, the latest salary slip is necessary to verify income.
4. Land Revenue Receipt – For farmers, this document needs to be verified by the Land Management (LM) authorities.
5. Other Supporting Documents – These may include any additional documents like:
   • Voter list
   • Gaon Burrah Certificate
   • Land Revenue Payment Receipt
   • Any other documents as specified by the issuing authority.

These documents ensure the proper verification of the applicant’s income and assets for eligibility under the EWS category.

The Income and Asset Certificate for the EWS category can be issued by the following authorities:

1. 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
2. Chief Presidency Magistrate/Additional Chief Presidency Magistrate/Presidency Magistrate
3. Revenue Officer – Not below the rank of Tehsildar.
4. Sub-Divisional Officer – Of the area where the candidate and/or their family normally resides.

These authorities are responsible for verifying the eligibility of the candidate and issuing the certificate in the prescribed format.