What is the crucial date of EWS/OBC certificate in respect of GDS engagement??

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What is the crucial date of EWS/OBC certificate in respect of GDS engagement??

Directorate letter No. 17-08/2017-GDS dated 09.10.2024

Ø In respect of OBC, the candidate should not fall in the creamy layer as on the closing date of the application irrespective of its date of issue.

Ø In respect of EWS, the certificate of relevant financial year is to be accepted if it is valid as on the last date of submission of online application, irrespective of its date of issue

Ø The GDS candidate should possess valid certificate at the time of verification of documents even if it is issued after the closing date of receipt of applications.