About this social welfare scheme
This certificate provides 5% horizontal reservation in Government/Non-Government services for affected children, including those whose both biological or adoptive parents have died within 21 years from the child’s birth. orphan children residing in voluntary or government-run homes within the state.
“Procedure for Making "Orphan Certificate" for Getting Horizontal Reservation for Orphan Children” is implemented by the Women Welfare Department, Government of Uttarakhand. this certificate provides 5% horizontal reservation in Government/Non-Government services for affected children, including those whose both biological or adoptive parents have died within 21 years from the child’s birth. also applicable to those orphan children residing in voluntary or government-run homes within the state.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Procedure for Making “Orphan Certificate” for Getting Horizontal Reservation for Orphan Children (PMOCHROC) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Department Of Woman Empowerment & Child Development |
| Benefit type | In kind (goods, services or support, not cash) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Uttarakhand |
| Official portal | uk.gov.in (see References at the end) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | No lower limit to 21 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 0 to 21 years
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Through this certificate, a 5% horizontal reservation is provided in Government/Non-Government services to eligible beneficiaries.
Who qualifies
- The beneficiary must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
- Children whose both biological or adoptive parents have died within 21 years from the child’s birth are eligible for reservation.
- Orphan children residing in voluntary or government-run homes within the state are also eligible for reservation.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
- An application must be submitted to the District Magistrate Office or the District Probation Officer’s Office of the concerned district to obtain a certificate of orphanhood. The application should be accompanied by the orphan child’s Aadhaar card, permanent residence certificate, and the death certificates of both parents.
- Thereafter, the department or District Magistrate’s Office will conduct an investigation, and, based on the recommendation of the District Probation Officer, the certificate will be issued by an officer not below the rank of Sub-Divisional Magistrate.
- The concerned child can use this orphan certificate while applying for services. Only upon presenting this certificate will the child be eligible for orphan reservation.
Currently, the application process is offline.
Frequently asked questions
Do I qualify for the orphan reservation if both my parents have passed away?
Yes, you are eligible for this reservation if both your biological or adoptive parents have died.
Is the death of my parents required to have occurred at a specific time for me to be eligible?
Yes, both of your parents must have died within 21 years of your birth to be eligible for this reservation.
Am I eligible for this reservation if I live in a private orphanage or a government home?
The reservation is available for orphan children residing in voluntary or government-run homes within the state of Uttarakhand.
What kind of services can I get with this orphan certificate?
You can use the certificate to get a 5% horizontal reservation in State Government and Non-Government services.
Where do I need to submit my application to get the Orphan Certificate?
You must submit your application to the District Magistrate's Office or the District Probation Officer's Office of your concerned district.
Which officer is responsible for issuing the Orphan Certificate?
An officer who is not below the rank of a Sub-Divisional Magistrate is the one who issues the certificate.
What is the role of the District Probation Officer in this process?
The District Probation Officer conducts an investigation and provides a recommendation, based on which the certificate is issued.
Is this application process for the Orphan Certificate available online?
No, the procedure for obtaining the Orphan Certificate is currently offline.
References and official sources
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