The Government has increased the income criterion for the persons to
avail reservation benefits for Other Backward Classes from Rs. 4.5 lakh
to Rs. 6 lakh per annum with effect from 16.05.2013.
The increase in the income limit to exclude Creamy Layer is in keeping with the increase in the Consumer Price Index.
The increase in income limit of Creamy Layer would enable more people of
Other Backward Classes to take advantage of reservation in Government
Services and admission in Central Educational Institutions, thereby
bringing about equity and greater inclusiveness in society.
This information was given by the Minister of State for Social Justice
and Empowerment, Shri P. Balram Naik in a written reply to a question in
Rajya Sabha.
Source: PIB News
