Benefits of Holding an EWS Certificate: Reservation and Subsidies

The benefits of holding an EWS Certificate are numerous since the Government of India has incorporated many reservations and subsidies for the Economically Weaker Sections, especially in the field of education. If you are eligible for an EWS certificate, knowing these benefits may motivate you to apply for the same.

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Benefits of EWS Certificate
Who Can Apply for EWS Certificate?
How to Check EWS Certificate Status?

Benefits of Holding an EWS Certificate: Reservation and Subsidies

If you are a student and you meet all the eligibility requirements for an EWS certificate, knowing the benefits of holding an EWS certificate before applying for higher education is crucial. Subsidies, reservations, and preferences during college admissions are some of the privileges that ensure students from Economically Weaker Sections are not at a disadvantage when it comes to pursuing higher education. Knowledge of all the benefits offered by the Indian government to an EWS certificate holder is also important because some of these benefits might help you significantly reduce your financial burden when pursuing UG/ PG courses.

Also Read: List of Documents Required for EWS Certificate

Benefits of EWS Certificate

The EWS certificate offers numerous advantages, particularly for students seeking to continue their education after Class 12. Find all the advantages of an EWS certificate in India:

Benefit	Description	Application / Use
Reservation in Education	10% reservation in central government educational institutions for General category students.	Admissions in schools, colleges, and professional courses.
Reservation in Government Jobs	10% quota for EWS candidates in central government jobs.	Competitive exams, recruitment, promotions.
Financial Aid & Scholarships	Eligibility for certain scholarships, fee concessions, and stipends.	College scholarships, merit-cum-means aid.
Preference in Admission	Helps in securing seats in institutes under EWS quota.	NIFT, NID, AIIMS, IITs, and other central institutions.
Legal Proof of Economic Status	Acts as official proof of low-income status.	Loan applications, government schemes, public benefits.
Ease in Applying for Government Schemes	Simplifies access to schemes meant for economically weaker families.	Housing, health insurance, and social welfare programs.
Reservation in State Institutions (if applicable)	Some states provide additional EWS benefits beyond the central rules.	State university admissions, local government jobs.

Who Can Apply for EWS Certificate?

In order to be eligible for an EWS certificate, you must meet certain criteria set by the Government of India. Check the EWS certificate eligibility criteria below:

Eligibility Criteria	Details	Required Proof / Notes
Category	Must belong to the General (Unreserved) category	Caste certificate not required; Aadhaar/ ID sufficient
Annual Family Income	Less than ₹8,00,000 from all sources (previous financial year)	Income certificate, ITR, salary slips, bank statements
Agricultural Land	Less than 5 acres	Land records/ property papers
Residential Plot	< 100 sq. yards in municipality OR < 200 sq. yards in non-municipality	Municipal property records/ registry papers
Residential Flat	< 1000 sq. ft	Registry papers/ property documents
Family Definition	Includes parents, spouse, and children	Birth/ marriage certificates or ID proofs for all family members
Exclusions	SC/ ST/ OBC (central list) are not eligible under EWS	Verify category certificates before applying

How to Check EWS Certificate Status?

If you have already applied for an EWS certificate, you can check the status of your application by following the steps below:

Step	Action	Details / Tips
1. Visit Portal	Go to your state e-District / Revenue / Citizen Services portal.	Search “<State> eDistrict EWS status” or use the portal link.
2. Login / Register	Log in with your credentials or Aadhaar/DigiLocker.	Keep the application number handy.
3. Locate Status Section	Look for the “Check Application Status” / “Track Certificate” option.	Usually under EWS/Income Certificate services.
4. Enter Details	Enter application number, applicant name, and date of birth as required.	Double-check spelling and DOB for accurate results.
5. View Status	The system will display the current status: Pending, Under Verification, Approved, or Rejected.	Take note of verification or rejection remarks.
6. Download / Print	Once approved, you can download the e-certificate or access it via DigiLocker.	Save a PDF copy for official use.
7. Follow-Up	If delayed, contact the local revenue office or portal helpline.	Keep the acknowledgement/transaction ID ready.

State-wise EWS Certificate Portals

State	Portal Name
Andhra Pradesh	meeseva app
Assam	Assam state portal
Arunachal Pradesh	Arunachal eServices portal
Bihar	RTPS portal
Gujarat	Digital Gujarat portal
Chhattisgarh	e-district portal
Chandigarh	e-district portal
Delhi	e-district portal
Jharkhand	Jharkhand e-District
Himachal Pradesh	Himachal Online Seva
Haryana	e-Disha portal
Jammu and Kashmir	Jammu & Kashmir State e-Services
Madhya Pradesh	MP e-District portal
Nagaland	e-District portal
Manipur	e-District portal
Maharashtra	Aaple Sarkar portal
Meghalaya	e-District portal
Mizoram	e-District portal
Punjab	State portal of Punjab
Odisha	e-District portal
Rajasthan	e-Mitra portal
Tripura	e-District portal
Tamil Nadu	Tamil Nadu e-Sevai
Sikkim	e-Services
Telangana	MeeSeva portal
Uttar Pradesh	e-Saathi web portal
Uttarakhand	e-District portal
West Bengal	West Bengal e-District

We hope this article was informative about the benefits of holding an EWS certificate. Check the links below to learn more!

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