I am Shaikh Muslim falling under BCE category in Telangana can I keep this BCE certificate under OBC NCL for JEE mains as I can't get OBC NCL certificate?
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You cannot use your BCE (Backward Class-E) certificate from Telangana as OBC-NCL for JEE Mains.
The BCE category is a state-level categorization whereas OBC-NCL, on the other hand, is a central government categorization.1 The central government does not recognize BCE for central level exams like JEE Mains.
So, you cannot claim the advantages of OBC reservation in JEE Mains by producing your BCE certificate. You would have to apply in the General category.
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As a Shaikh Muslim falling under the BCE category in Telangana, you may face challenges in obtaining an OBC-NCL certificate. However, you can try to use your BCE certificate under the OBC-NCL category for JEE Mains, but it's essential to note that this is subject to verification and approval by the JEE authorities.
According to the Central List of OBCs, the BCE category is not explicitly mentioned. However, Telangana state has its own list of backward classes, which includes the BCE category. To use your BCE certificate, you'll need to provide a certificate from the competent authority in Telangana, stating that the BCE category is equivalent to the OBC-NCL category.
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