The General Administration Department (GAD), Government of Bihar facilitates the issuance of various certificates such as Caste, Income, Residence, and Economically Weaker Section (EWS) certificates through the RTPS (Right to Public Service) Service Plus portal. These documents are mandatory for candidates applying for state and central government recruitment, school admissions, and scholarship schemes in 2025-2026. The application process is fully online, free of cost, and transparent.
Key Application Details 2025
| Department Name |
General Administration Department, Bihar |
| Portal Name |
Service Plus (RTPS Bihar) |
| Application Mode |
Online |
| Application Fee |
₹ 0/- (Free) |
| Processing Time |
10 Working Days (Typical) |
| Session |
2025-2026 |
Available Certificates
- Issuance of Caste Certificate (Jati Praman Patra): Required for reservation benefits.
- Issuance of Income Certificate (Aay Praman Patra): Required for scholarships and EWS status.
- Issuance of Residence Certificate (Awasiya Praman Patra): Proof of domicile in Bihar.
- Issuance of Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) Certificate: For OBC/EBC reservation.
- Issuance of EWS Certificate: For Economically Weaker Section quota.
- Issuance of Character Certificate: Often required for final job verification.
Required Documents
To apply successfully, applicants must have digital copies (JPG/PDF, usually under 200KB) of the following:
- Valid Identity Proof (Aadhar Card, Voter ID, Passport, or PAN Card).
- Recent Passport Size Photograph of the Applicant.
- Self-Declaration Form (Generated during the process).
- Ration Card (Optional but recommended).
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official website: serviceonline.bihar.gov.in.
- On the homepage, navigate to the “Online Application” section under “Lok Seva” (Public Services).
- Select “General Administration Department” and choose the specific certificate (Caste, Income, or Residence).
- Select the level of issuance: Block Level (Recommended for first-time applicants), Sub-Division Level, or District Level.
- Fill in the application form with personal details exactly as per your Aadhar card.
- Upload the required photo and documents.
- Submit the form and save the Application Reference Number for tracking.
- Once processed (usually within 10 days), download the digitally signed certificate from the “Download Certificate” link.
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