Hello,

Indeed, a caste validity certificate is typically necessary when seeking admission or any government quota advantage under the SEBC (Socially and Educationally Backward Class) category. This certificate acts as formal evidence that your caste is included in the SEBC list acknowledged by the government and confirms your eligibility for the related reservations in education or job opportunities.

While completing admission forms, particularly for government institutions, competitive examinations (such as NEET, JEE, MHT CET), or scholarship programs, it is common for authorities to require both the caste certificate and the caste validity certificate to confirm your status.

Without the validity certificate, your SEBC application may be denied, and your request might be handled under the general category. It is strongly recommended to secure your caste validity certificate beforehand to prevent disqualification or delays during admission or counseling.

Hope this helps. All the best!