EWS Certificate Eligibility Calculator 2025

Check your eligibility for Economically Weaker Section certificate and quota benefits

Total annual income from all sources
Total agricultural land owned (if any)
Residential plot area in notified municipalities
Residential plot in non-notified areas

About EWS Certificate

Eligibility Criteria

  • Annual family income below ₹8 lakhs
  • Agricultural land less than 5 acres
  • Residential plot less than 1000 sq yards (notified)
  • Residential plot less than 200 sq yards (non-notified)

Benefits

  • 10% reservation in government jobs
  • 10% reservation in educational institutions
  • Access to various government schemes
  • Priority in housing schemes

Required Documents

  • Income certificate
  • Property documents
  • Aadhaar card
  • Self-declaration affidavit

Validity

  • Certificate valid for 1 year
  • Renewable annually
  • Required for each application
  • State-specific formats

Frequently Asked Questions

What is EWS certificate?

EWS certificate is issued to individuals from economically weaker sections to avail 10% reservation in government jobs and educational institutions as per the 103rd Constitutional Amendment.

Who can apply for EWS certificate?

Individuals from general category whose family income is below ₹8 lakhs per annum and who don't own substantial property can apply for EWS certificate.