📄 Bihar Income, Cast & Residential Certificate 2026 – Online Apply & Verification

📅 Application Started: Already Started | Last Updated: 28 June 2026

The Right to Public Service (RTPS) Bihar portal, under the e-District Mission Mode Project, is accepting online applications for various certificates including Residential Certificate (निवास प्रमाण पत्र), Caste Certificate (जाति प्रमाण पत्र), Income Certificate (आय प्रमाण पत्र), Character Certificate, NCL and EWS Certificate[reference:0]. All eligible residents of Bihar can apply online through the official RTPS portal at serviceonline.bihar.gov.in[reference:1][reference:2]. The process is completely paperless and free of cost[reference:3]. Below are the direct links and step-by-step guides for application, status check, and certificate download.

✅ Quick Access – Direct Links

🏛️ RTPS Bihar Official Portal 📝 Apply Online (New User) 🔍 Check Application Status 📥 Download Certificate

Click on the buttons above to access RTPS Bihar services directly.

📋 Overview / Key Facts

Service Name	Right to Public Service (RTPS), Bihar[reference:4]
Project Name	e-District Mission Mode Project[reference:5]
Portal Name	RTPS Bihar[reference:6]
Official Website	serviceonline.bihar.gov.in[reference:7]
Services Available	Residential, Caste, Income, Character, NCL & EWS Certificate[reference:8]
Application Fee	No Fee (Free of Cost)[reference:9]
Application Start Date	Already Started[reference:10]
Last Date	Not Announced[reference:11]
Validity (Income Certificate)	1 year from date of issue[reference:12]
Validity (Residential-Permanent)	Always Valid[reference:13]
Validity (Residential-Temporary)	1 year from date of issue[reference:14]
Validity (Caste Certificate)	Permanent[reference:15]
Helpline Email	serviceonline.bihar@gov.in[reference:16]

📝 How to Apply Online for Bihar Certificate (RTPS)?

Step 1: Visit the Official RTPS Portal – Go to serviceonline.bihar.gov.in[reference:17][reference:18].
Step 2: Register / Login – If you are a new user, click on "Register Yourself" to create a Login ID and Password[reference:19].
Step 3: Select Department & Service – From the left menu, click on the relevant department’s linked service and log in[reference:20]. For Caste Certificate, go to "सामान्य प्रशासन विभाग" and select "जाति प्रमाणपत्र का निर्गमन"[reference:21].
Step 4: Click on "Apply for Service" – Fill out the application form carefully with your personal details (name, father/husband name, permanent address, mobile number, category etc.)[reference:22][reference:23].
Step 5: Upload Documents & Photo – Upload your passport-size photo and supporting documents (Aadhaar Card, proof of residence, income proof etc.)[reference:24][reference:25].
Step 6: Aadhaar OTP Verification – If the service requires an Aadhaar number, an OTP will be sent to the mobile number registered with your Aadhaar for verification[reference:26].
Step 7: Submit & Save – Review all details, make corrections if needed, click "Save Draft" and then submit the application[reference:27]. You will receive an Acknowledgement Receipt with application date and expected certificate issuance date[reference:28].

🔹 Note: You can choose the certificate level – Anchal (अंचल), Sub-divisional (अनुमंडल), or District (जिला) level depending on your requirement[reference:29]. For Scholarship and Admission purposes, Anchal level certificate is usually sufficient[reference:30].

🔍 How to Check Application Status?

Step 1: Visit RTPS Bihar Portal – Go to serviceonline.bihar.gov.in.
Step 2: Login – Enter your Login ID and Password to access your dashboard.
Step 3: Check Application Status – Navigate to the "Application Status" section. Your current status will be displayed – Pending, Under Verification, Approved, or Rejected.
Step 4: Track via Praman Patra Number – If you have your Praman Patra Number, you can directly check the status without logging in[reference:31].

✅ Tip: After approval, you can download your certificate instantly from the portal. Keep your Application Reference Number safe for future tracking[reference:32].

📥 How to Download Approved Certificate?

Step 1: Go to Citizen Section – On the RTPS Bihar portal, navigate to the "Citizen" section[reference:33].
Step 2: Select "Download Certificate" – Choose "RTPS/Others" from the drop-down option[reference:34].
Step 3: Enter Details – Type in your Applicant Name and Application Reference Number[reference:35].
Step 4: Download PDF – Click on the "Download Certificate" button[reference:36]. Your certificate will be downloaded in PDF format.

⚠️ Note: For Caste Certificate – the caste of an individual is determined based on the caste of their father, not that of their husband[reference:37]. The validity of caste certificate is permanent[reference:38].

🔗 Important Links

🏛️ RTPS Bihar Official Portal 📝 Apply Online 🔍 Check Status 📥 Download Certificate 📋 e-District Bihar

📌 What are Bihar Income, Caste & Residential Certificates?

These are essential government-issued documents for residents of Bihar. They serve as proof of identity, category, and domicile for various purposes including education, employment, and government schemes.

✅ Income Certificate (आय प्रमाण पत्र): Certifies the annual income of an individual or family. Required for scholarships, fee concessions, government schemes, EWS benefits, bank loans, and ration cards[reference:39][reference:40].
✅ Caste Certificate (जाति प्रमाण पत्र): Certifies social category (SC/ST/OBC/EBC). Required for reservation benefits, scholarships, admission fee concessions, and government job applications[reference:41].
✅ Residential Certificate (निवास प्रमाण पत्र): Certifies that you are a permanent resident of a particular district/state. Required for scholarship applications, college admissions, caste certificate applications, government job forms, and state government schemes[reference:42].
✅ NCL & EWS Certificates: Also available through the RTPS portal for economically weaker sections[reference:43].

⚠️ Important Instructions

✅ Use Official Portal Only: Always use serviceonline.bihar.gov.in – avoid fake/phishing websites[reference:44].
✅ No Application Fee: The application, status check, and verification for all certificates are completely free[reference:45].
✅ Keep Documents Ready: Keep scanned copies of Aadhaar Card, proof of residence, income proof, passport-size photo, and caste verification documents ready before applying[reference:46].
✅ Validity Period: Income Certificate is valid for 1 year. Permanent Residential Certificate is always valid, while temporary is valid for 1 year. Caste Certificate is permanently valid[reference:47].
✅ Verify Details: Carefully verify all details on your certificate. Any discrepancy should be corrected immediately.
✅ Save Digital Copy: Download and save a digital copy of your certificate. Take at least 2-3 printouts for future reference.
✅ Contact Helpline: For any technical issues, email at serviceonline.bihar@gov.in[reference:48].

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is the official portal for Bihar certificate applications?

Ans: Ans: The official portal is RTPS Bihar – serviceonline.bihar.gov.in[reference:49][reference:50].

Q2: Is there any application fee for these certificates?

Ans: Ans: No, there is no application fee required for registration, checking, or verification of Caste, Income, and Domicile Certificates[reference:51].

Q3: What documents are required for online application?

Ans: Ans: You need Aadhaar Card, proof of residence (ration card, electricity bill, or rental agreement), income proof (salary certificate/affidavit), passport-size photo, and caste verification documents (if applicable)[reference:52].

Q4: How long is the Income Certificate valid?

Ans: Ans: The Income Certificate is valid for 1 year from the date of issue[reference:53].

Q5: Is the Caste Certificate permanent?

Ans: Ans: Yes, the validity of the caste certificate is permanent[reference:54].

Q6: What is the validity of Residential Certificate?

Ans: Ans: Permanent Residential Certificate is always valid, while Temporary Residential Certificate is valid for 1 year from the date of issue[reference:55].

Q7: Can I check my application status online?

Ans: Ans: Yes, you can check the status online by logging into the RTPS portal or using your Praman Patra Number[reference:56][reference:57].

Q8: What if my application is rejected?

Ans: Ans: If rejected, you can re-apply with correct details and supporting documents. Contact the concerned department for clarification.

Disclaimer: This website is not the official RTPS Bihar portal. All information is based on publicly available sources. Always verify details on the official government website serviceonline.bihar.gov.in before proceeding.