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If a married woman wishes to change her surname to her husband's surname in her OBC certificate but cannot make this change, the father's surname will remain in the certificate. Generally, OBC certificates require the name to match official records such as the birth certificate or school records, where the father's surname is listed.

If changing the surname in the OBC certificate is not possible, the certificate with the father's surname should still be accepted for selection in government schemes, job applications, or educational admissions, as long as all other details are consistent and valid.

If there are discrepancies between names or surnames, it's best to provide a supporting affidavit or other legal documents to clarify the name change or explain the difference.

For specific cases or further guidance, you may want to consult with the issuing authority or legal advisors to ensure compliance with government or institutional regulations.

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Hello,

If a married woman wants to change the surname in the OBC certificate to her husband's surname but cannot do that, then the process may get limited. OBC certificates are issued based on the father's name because that reflects the caste status. Changing the surname in the certificate after marriage is normally not allowed unless there is a legal reason, such as court order.

What You Can Do

• Retain Father's Name: If the surname change is not possible, it is generally acceptable to retain the father's surname on the OBC certificate.
• Provide Marriage Certificate: You can submit a marriage certificate as proof of your married name for other purposes but it will not affect the OBC certificate.
• Selection Approval: The OBC certificate with father's surname is normally accepted for selection in any government scheme or job, so it should not impact your eligibility to apply.

If required, consult the issuing authority for particular guidance on this matter.