Hello,

For admission to an NLU through the CLAT exam under the OBC category, the following points clarify the type of OBC certificate required:

1. Central OBC-NCL Certificate :

   • The candidate must possess a Central OBC Non-Creamy Layer (NCL) certificate.
   • This is because the NLUs follow reservations as per the Central Government norms for OBC candidates.

2. State OBC-NCL Certificate :

   • A State OBC-NCL certificate may not be valid unless the candidate's caste is also listed in the Central OBC list .
   • Check whether your caste is recognized in the Central OBC list for your state.

3. Validity :

   • Ensure the certificate is valid on the date of admission and covers the financial year of application.

4. Format :

   • Obtain the certificate in the prescribed format available on the official CLAT website or as per Central Government guidelines.

Hope it helps !