Karnataka Government Approves Internal Quota for Scheduled Castes
Karnataka internal quota: Cabinet clears sub-classification within 15% for Scheduled Castes
The Hindu
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The Karnataka government has approved a new internal classification of reservations for Scheduled Castes, allocating 5.25% each to Category 1 and Category 2, and 4.5% to Category 3 within the existing 15% quota. This move aims to resume stalled recruitment processes in the state.
- 01Karnataka's Congress government has introduced a new internal reservation formula for Scheduled Castes.
- 02Category 1 and Category 2 will each receive 5.25% of the reservation.
- 03Category 3 will receive 4.5% of the reservation.
- 04The internal classification affects 101 Scheduled Castes in Karnataka.
- 05This decision aims to expedite the recruitment process that has been delayed for over a year.
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On April 24, 2026, the Karnataka government announced a new internal reservation formula for Scheduled Castes, aimed at addressing the needs of 101 Scheduled Castes in the state. The allocation includes 5.25% each for Category 1 (Madigas and allied castes) and Category 2 (Holeyas and allied castes), while Category 3 (including Bhovi, Lambani, Korama, Koracha, and 59 nomadic communities) will receive 4.5%. This decision is part of the government's efforts to restart recruitment processes that have been stalled for over a year due to previous announcements regarding reservations. The government hopes this classification will provide a more equitable distribution of opportunities among various communities within the Scheduled Castes.
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This new internal classification of reservations is expected to facilitate recruitment opportunities for various communities within the Scheduled Castes, potentially leading to increased employment and representation in government jobs.
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