Is an income certificate required for NEET counselling?

An income certificate is required for NEET counselling only if you are applying under certain reserved categories or quotas that have an income-based eligibility criterion. Specifically, candidates seeking benefits under the EWS (Economically Weaker Section) quota must provide a valid income certificate as proof of eligibility. Similarly, some state counselling authorities may ask for a family income certificate for SC, ST, or OBC candidates to verify eligibility for fee concessions or scholarships.

If you are applying under the general category and not claiming any income-based reservation or benefit, an income certificate is typically not required for NEET counselling. However, it is always advisable to check the specific requirements of the counselling authority or state you are applying to, as document requirements can vary