๐ข The Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board (GPSSB) has issued detailed guidelines regarding the requirement of Valid Scheduled Tribe (ST) Certificates for candidates applying under the ST category in Class-3 Panchayat Service recruitment. This notification ensures compliance with the Gujarat Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes (Regulation of Issuance and Verification of Certificates) Act, 2018 and the Rules, 2020.
Key Highlights of the Notification
- ๐๏ธ Issuing Authority: Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board (GPSSB)
- ๐ Date of Notification: 17 August 2021
- ๐ Location: Gandhinagar, Gujarat
- ๐ Subject: Verification of ST Certificates for recruitment under Panchayat Service Class-3
- ๐ Official Website: gpssb.gujarat.gov.in
Certificate Verification Process
- โ Candidates belonging to the ST category must obtain a Validated Certificate (Validity Certificate) from the designated scrutiny committees before appointment.
- ๐ The scrutiny committees are authorized to verify and validate ST certificates as per the 2018 Act and 2020 Rules.
- ๐ Candidates must submit their ST certificates through the Sugam Digital Gujarat Portal: digitalgujarat.gov.in.
- ๐ Candidates are advised to upload their certificates to their Digilocker account for future reference and easy access.
Scrutiny Committees and Jurisdiction
| Committee | Jurisdiction | |
|---|---|---|
| Gandhinagar-1 | Scgnr1@gmail.com | Gandhinagar, Mehsana, Patan, Sabarkantha, Aravalli |
| Gandhinagar-2 | Vibhagiyavishleshansamiti2@gmail.com | Surendranagar, Rajkot, Morbi, Bhavnagar, Amreli, Gir Somnath |
| Vadodara | Dcs-td-vad@gujarat.gov.in | Vadodara, Chhota Udepur, Kheda, Panchmahal, Mahisagar |
| Surat | scrutinycommitteesurat@gmail.com | Surat, Tapi, Dang, Navsari, Valsad, Narmada |
Important Instructions
- โ ๏ธ Without a validated ST certificate, candidates will not be considered for appointment.
- ๐ Candidates must submit required documents such as caste certificate, proof of residence, and supporting affidavits as per prescribed formats.
- ๐งพ The scrutiny committees may demand additional documents during verification, which candidates must provide promptly.
- ๐ซ Any delay in obtaining the validity certificate may result in cancellation of candidature.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q1: Why is a validity certificate required?
๐ To ensure authenticity of ST category claims under the 2018 Act and 2020 Rules. - Q2: How can I apply for verification?
๐ Through the Sugam Digital Gujarat Portal. - Q3: Can I upload my certificate to Digilocker?
๐ Yes, candidates are advised to upload certificates to Digilocker for easy access. - Q4: Which committees handle verification?
๐ Gandhinagar-1, Gandhinagar-2, Vadodara, and Surat committees as per jurisdiction. - Q5: What happens if I fail to obtain a validity certificate?
๐ Your candidature will not be considered for appointment. - Q6: What documents are required?
๐ ST caste certificate, residence proof, affidavits, and supporting documents as per prescribed formats. - Q7: Where can I find official updates?
๐ On the GPSSB website: gpssb.gujarat.gov.in.
Final Note
This guideline by the Gujarat Panchayat Service Selection Board (GPSSB) ensures transparency and authenticity in recruitment under the ST category. Candidates must obtain and submit their validity certificates in time to avoid delays or cancellation of their candidature.
๐ Official GPSSB Website: gpssb.gujarat.gov.in
