In the context of MHT CET for EWS (Economically Weaker Section) candidates, the group criteria refers to the eligibility requirements that need to be met for candidates to qualify under the EWS category for reservation in Maharashtra. Here's a breakdown of the criteria:

EWS (Economically Weaker Section) Criteria for MHT CET:

1. Annual Income Limit :

   • The candidate’s family income from all sources must be less than rs 8 Lakhs per annum .

   • This income limit includes income from agriculture, salary, business, and any other sources.

2. Assets Criteria :

   • The candidate or their family should not own assets exceeding a certain limit as prescribed by the government. This generally includes:

     • Agricultural land exceeding 5 acres .

     • Residential property larger than a specified size (such as 1000 square feet ).

     • Other properties or assets as defined by the government.

3. Family Status :

   • EWS candidates must belong to a non-creamy layer .

   • This applies to candidates who are not eligible for any other reservations (SC, ST, OBC, etc.).

4. Reservation in MHT CET :

   • Candidates falling under the EWS category are eligible for 10% reservation in educational institutions in Maharashtra (this applies to government and government-aided institutions).

   • This reservation applies to both 3-year and 5-year LLB courses (for MHT CET Law) and other professional courses (Engineering, Pharmacy, etc.) based on MHT CET.

5. Certificate Requirement :

   • EWS candidates must have a valid EWS certificate issued by the competent authority (Revenue Department) of Maharashtra. The certificate must be issued after 1st April of the relevant academic year.

Documents Required for EWS Candidates :

• Income Certificate issued by a competent authority.

• EWS Certificate confirming eligibility.

• Valid photo ID proof .

• Domicile certificate (if applicable) to confirm Maharashtra residency.

Important Notes:

• If you're applying for a course under the EWS category , ensure you provide valid documentation as required during the MHT CET application process .

• Ensure your family income and asset details meet the criteria specified by the government for EWS eligibility.