If you are a Muslim from West Bengal and the state government classifies all Muslims under OBC , then technically you are eligible for OBC reservation , not EWS.

Since you already applied under EWS and the process is halfway done, it may not be valid if the final verification shows that you fall under OBC. For JEE counselling, the authorities will check your caste and income certificate according to the state rules.

What you should do:

1. Contact the JEE helpdesk or state counselling authority immediately.

2. Explain the situation and ask if your application can be corrected to OBC .

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3. Keep all official documents ready (OBC certificate, income certificate, etc.) to avoid issues later.

It’s important to correct this before final seat allotment, otherwise your EWS claim may be rejected.

Hello there,

Since you are from West Bengal and legally all Muslims in the state are classified under the OBC category , your EWS application may not be valid for reservation purposes in JEE counselling . If the EWS certificate is processed and issued, it may still not be considered for seat allocation because the state policy overrides it, and only the OBC certificate for Muslims will be recognized for reservations.

It is important to update your category in the application before the counselling process is complete. You should contact the JEE helpdesk or the state counselling authority immediately, explain the situation, and request guidance on modifying your category to OBC to avoid issues with seat allocation. Acting quickly ensures your reservation status is correctly reflected and you don’t lose eligibility for category-based seats.

I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries, feel free to share your questions with us, and we will be happy to assist you.

Thank you, and I wish you all the best in your bright future.