10% Reservation to EWSs in Civil Posts and Services

10% EWS Reservation for Civil Posts & Services

The Government of India has introduced a reservation policy for Economically Weaker Sections (EWSs) in civil posts and services, aimed at providing equal opportunities to candidates from economically deprived backgrounds. This policy will ensure that a certain percentage of positions in government jobs are reserved for individuals from EWS backgrounds who may not have had access to education or employment opportunities due to their financial situation. The policy is a step towards creating a more inclusive society that offers opportunities to all, irrespective of their economic status.

F.No.36039/1/2019-Est(Res.)
Government of India
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions
Department of Personnel and Training

North Block, New Delhi
19th January, 2019

OFFICE MEMORANDUM

Subject: Reservation for Economically Weaker Sections (EWSs) in civil posts and services in the Government of India

Reference is invited to Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment O.M. No. F.No.20013/01/2018-BC-II dated 17.1.2019 on the above mentioned subject, which, inter-alia, reads as under:-

“1. In pursuance of insertion of clauses 15(6) and 16(6) in the Constitution vide the Constitution (One Hundred and Third Amendment) Act, 2019 and in order to enable the Economically Weaker Sections (EWSs) who are not covered under the existing scheme of reservations for the Scheduled Castes, the Scheduled Tribes and the Socially and Educationally Backward Classes, to receive the benefits of reservation on a preferential basis in civil posts and services in the Government of India and admission in Educational Institutions, it has been decided by the Government to provide 10% reservation to EWSs in civil posts and services in Government of India and admission in Educational Institutions.

Persons who are not covered under the existing scheme of reservations for the Scheduled Castes, the Scheduled Tribes and the Socially and Educationally Backward Classes and whose family has gross annual income below Rs. 8.00 lakh are to be identified as EWSs for the benefit of reservation. Family for this purpose will include the person who seeks benefit of reservation, his/her parents and siblings below the age of 18 years as also his/her spouse and children below the age of 18 years. The income shall include income from all sources i.e. salary, agriculture, business, profession etc. and it will be income for the financial year prior to the year of application. Also persons whose family owns or possesses any of the following assets shall be excluded from being identified as EWSs, irrespective of the family income:

i. 5 acres of Agricultural Land and above;
ii. Residential flat of 1000 sq. ft. and above;
iii. Residential plot of 100 sq. yards and above in notified municipalities;
iv. Residential plot of 200 sq. yards and above in areas other than the notified municipalities.

3. The income and assets of the families as mentioned in para 2 would be required to be certified by an officer not below the rank of Tehsildar in the States/UTs. The officer who issues the certificate would do the same after carefully verifying all relevant documents following due process as prescribed by the respective State/ UT.

5. Instructions regarding reservation in employment and admission to educational institutions will be issued by DOPT and Ministry of HRD respectively.”

2. In pursuance of the above Office Memorandum, it is hereby notified that 10% reservation would be provided for Economically Weaker Sections (EWSs) in central government posts and services and would be effective in respect of all Direct Recruitment vacancies to be notified on or after 01.02 2019.

3. Detailed Instructions regarding operation of roster and procedure for implementation of EWS reservation will be issued separately.

sd/-
(Gyanendra Dev Tripathi)
Joint Secretary to the Government of India

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What is the 10% reservation policy for EWSs in civil posts and services?

The 10% reservation policy is a government initiative in India that reserves a certain percentage of positions in civil posts and services for individuals from Economically Weaker Sections (EWSs).

What is the purpose of this reservation policy?

The purpose of this reservation policy is to provide equal opportunities to candidates from economically deprived backgrounds who may not have had access to education or employment opportunities due to their financial situation.

Who is eligible for this reservation?

Individuals from Economically Weaker Sections (EWSs) are eligible for this reservation. The eligibility criteria may vary and are determined by the government.

How does this policy benefit society?

This policy helps in creating a more inclusive society by offering opportunities to individuals from economically deprived backgrounds who may have been marginalized due to their financial situation.

How does this policy impact government job vacancies?

This policy reserves a certain percentage of government job positions for individuals from Economically Weaker Sections (EWSs). This means that these positions are not open to general candidates and are reserved exclusively for eligible EWS candidates.

How does one apply for a job under this reservation policy?

The application process may vary depending on the government organization or service. Interested candidates should refer to the official notifications and guidelines provided by the relevant authorities for specific details on how to apply.

Is the reservation applicable to all government jobs?

Yes, the reservation policy applies to all civil posts and services under the government. However, the specific percentage of reservations may vary depending on the state and organization.

Is there any relaxation in eligibility criteria for EWS candidates?

Eligibility criteria and relaxations, if any, for EWS candidates are determined by the government. It is advisable to refer to the official notifications and guidelines for specific details on eligibility criteria and relaxations.

When did this reservation policy come into effect?

The 10% reservation policy for Economically Weaker Sections (EWSs) in civil posts and services came into effect on a specified date determined by the government. The exact date can be found in the official notifications and guidelines.