Archive · 20 Jul 2026
Karnataka Launches Free Doorstep Caste, Residence Certificates
The Karnataka government has started a new program to deliver free caste and residence certificates directly to people's homes.
This is the first time any state in India is doing this for free.
The certificates are important because they help people vote and prove who they are.
The government says this is not about politics but about helping people.
You can apply online, at special centers, or through local officers.
The Chief Minister says these documents are very important for people's rights and dignity.
The government also launched a website and WhatsApp service for this program.
Karnataka government launched a door-to-door campaign to distribute free caste and permanent residence certificates.
Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar inaugurated the program at Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru.
The initiative aims to ensure residents have identity documents and can participate in the democratic process.
Applications can be submitted online, through Seva Kendras, facilitation centers, or Booth Level Officers (BLOs).
The permanent residence certificate is one of 11 documents recognized by the Election Commission for inclusion in electoral rolls.
- Who
- Karnataka government, Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, Deputy Chief Minister and Revenue Minister Dr. G. Parameshwara, and other senior officials
- What
- Launch of a door-to-door campaign to distribute free caste certificates and permanent residence certificates
- When
- Monday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Across Karnataka, inaugurated at Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru
- Why
- To ensure residents have identity documents and democratic rights, and to facilitate inclusion in electoral rolls
- Initiative Name
- Doorstep Delivery of Free Caste Certificates and Permanent Residence Certificates
- Inauguration Location
- Vidhana Soudha, Bengaluru
- Target Beneficiaries
- 4.85 crore families
- Application Methods
- Online, Seva Kendras, facilitation centres, Booth Level Officers (BLOs)
- Key Documents
- Caste Certificates, Permanent Residence Certificates
- Election Commission Recognition
- Permanent Residence Certificate is one of 11 documents recognized for electoral rolls
- Government's Stance
- Non-partisan, adhering to Election Commission guidelines
