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OBC new list West Bengal 2025-List of OBC A & OBC B. New OBC List Category Wise up to 03.06.2025 · New OBC List notification Wise up to 03.06.2025.
West Bengal OBC New List 2025: Comprehensive Guide to Categories and Notifications.The Government of West Bengal has officially released updated lists of Other Backward Classes (OBCs) recognized within the state, valid until June 3, 2025. This comprehensive guide provides detailed information on both “More Backward (Category-A)” and “Backward (Category-B)” classifications, along with the crucial notification numbers associated with each entry. Understanding these categories and their respective official recognitions is vital for individuals seeking to access benefits and opportunities designated for OBC communities in West Bengal.
Understanding OBC Categories in West Bengal:- The OBC classification in West Bengal is divided into two primary categories: More Backward (Category-A) and Backward (Category-B). This distinction is based on varying degrees of social and educational backwardness, as determined by the state government and the West Bengal Commission for Backward Classes.
More Backward (Category-A)
This category includes communities identified as being at a higher level of backwardness, requiring focused attention for their upliftment. As of June 3, 2025, the “More Backward (Category-A)” list includes the following classes:
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📋 West Bengal New OBC List (2025) – Category-Wise Table
Category-A (More Backward) | Category-B (Backward) |
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Kumbhakar | Kapali |
Napit | Baishya Kapali |
Yogi, Nath | Kurmi |
Goala, Gope, Yadav | Sutradhar |
Satchasi | Karmakar |
Jolah (Ansari-Momin) | Swarnakar |
Tanti, Tantubaya | Teli, Kolu |
Dhanuk | Moira, Modak |
Keori / Koiri | Barujibi |
Nagar | Malakar |
Kahar | Kansari |
Nashya-Sekh | Shankakar |
Khen (Non-Bania) | Raju |
Patidar | Sarak |
Sekh / Seikh | Tamboli / Tamali |
Khan (Muslim) | Roniwar / Rauniyar |
Muslim Molla | SC Converts to Christianity |
Bhatia Muslim | Fakir, Sain |
Muslim Mandal | Betkar (Bentkar) |
Kazi / Quazi (Muslim) | Chitrakar |
Tutia (Muslim) | Bhujel |
Gazi (Muslim) | Newar |
Muslim Biswas | Mangar |
Baidya Muslim | Sampang |
Chasatti (Chasa) | Thami |
Gayen (Muslim) | Jogi |
Muslim Piyada | Dhimal |
Dhali (Muslim) | Khandait |
Malita (Muslim) | Gangot |
Shah | Dhunia |
Muslim Darji / Idrishi | Hele / Halia / Kaibartta |
Muslim Dafadar | Sukli |
Muslim Sardar | Sunuwar |
Sarkar (Muslim) | Dewan |
Mistri (Muslim) | Rai (incl. Chamling) |
Sanpui (Muslim) | Rayeen (Kunjra) |
Paik (Muslim) | Shershabadia |
Akunji (Muslim) | Hajjam (Muslim) |
Mahaldar (Muslim) | Chowduli (Muslim) |
Goldar (Muslim) | Hawari, Dhobi (non-SC) |
Mal (Muslim) | Pahadia Muslim |
Beldar (Muslim) | Karani |
Dhabak (Muslim) | Bungchheng |
Kayal (Muslim) | Kosta / Kostha |
Khansama | Turha |
Layek (Muslim) | Bhar |
Naiya (Muslim) | Kasai |
Siuli (Muslim) | Bansi Barman |
Majhi | Nembang |
Lakhera / Laahera | Kalwar |
Mallick | Mali / Faraji (Muslim) |
Khas | Muchi / Chamar Muslim |
Gurung | Mukti / Mufti (Muslim) |
Midde | Muslim Barujibi / Barui |
Bosni / Basni (Muslim) | Nikari (Muslim) |
Bhangi (Muslim) | Pailan (Muslim) |
Muslim Laskar | Penchi (Muslim) |
Bairagi / Baishnab | Shikari (Muslim) |
Muslim Jamadar | Sadgope / Sadgop |
Muslim Haldar | Nepali Brahmin |
Khotta Muslim | |
Dalal (Muslim) | |
Muslim Rajmistri | |
Purkait (Muslim) | |
Tarafdar (Muslim) | |
Gharami (Muslim) | |
Kan (Muslim) | |
Chutor Mistri (Muslim) | |
Dewan (Muslim) | |
Bayen (Muslim) | |
Khondekar (Muslim) | |
Halsana (Muslim) |
It is important to note that the West Bengal Commission for Backward Classes is currently conducting re-surveys on the Devanga and Bharbhuja classes.
OBC new list West Bengal 2025,List of OBC A & OBC B. New OBC List Category Wise



West Bengal OBC List 2025: Comprehensive Guide to Categories and Notifications
The Government of West Bengal has officially released updated lists of Other Backward Classes (OBCs) recognized within the state, valid until June 3, 2025. This comprehensive guide provides detailed information on both “More Backward (Category-A)” and “Backward (Category-B)” classifications, along with the crucial notification numbers associated with each entry. Understanding these categories and their respective official recognitions is vital for individuals seeking to access benefits and opportunities designated for OBC communities in West Bengal.
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Understanding OBC Categories in West Bengal
The OBC classification in West Bengal is divided into two primary categories: More Backward (Category-A) and Backward (Category-B). This distinction is based on varying degrees of social and educational backwardness, as determined by the state government and the West Bengal Commission for Backward Classes.
More Backward (Category-A)
This category includes communities identified as being at a higher level of backwardness, requiring focused attention for their upliftment. As of June 3, 2025, the “More Backward (Category-A)” list includes the following classes:
- Kumbhakar
- Napit
- Yogi, Nath
- Goala, Gope (Pallav Gope, Ballav Gope, Yadav Gope, Gope, Ahir and Yadav)
- Satchasi
- Jolah (Ansari-Momin)
- Tanti, Tantubaya
- Dhanuk
- Keori / Koiri
- Nagar
- Kahar
- Nashya-Sekh
- Khen (Non-Bania category)
- Patidar
- Sekh/Seikh
- Khan (Muslim)
- Muslim Molla
- Bhatia Muslim
- Muslim Mandal
- Kazi/Kaji/Quazi/Quaji (Muslim)
- Tutia (Muslim)
- Gazi (Muslim), Par (Muslim)
- Muslim Biswas
- Baidya Muslim
- Chasatti (Chasa)
- Gayen (Muslim)
- Muslim Piyada
- Dhali (Muslim)
- Malita/Malitha/Malitya (Muslim)
- Shah (Shah/Sahaji)
- Muslim Darji/Ostagar/Idrishi
- Muslim Dafadar
- Muslim Sardar
- Sarkar (Muslim)
- Mistri (Muslim)
- Muslim Sanpui/Sapui
- Paik (Muslim)
- Akunji/Akan/Akhan (Muslim)
- Mahaldar (Muslim)
- Goldar/Golder (Muslim)
- Mal Muslim
- Beldar Muslim
- Dhabak (Muslim)
- Kayal (Muslim)
- Khansama
- Layek (Muslim)
- Naiya (Muslim)
- Siuli (Muslim)
- Majhi
Backward (Category-B)
The “Backward (Category-B)” list comprises communities that are also recognized as backward but may have comparatively better social and educational standing than those in Category-A. The current list for “Backward (Category-B)” includes:
- Kapali
- Baishya Kapali
- Kurmi
- Sutradhar
- Karmakar
- Swarnakar
- Teli, Kolu
- Moira (Halwai), Modak (Halwai)
- Barujibi
- Malakar
- Kansari
- Shankakar
- Raju
- Sarak
- Tamboli/Tamali
- Roniwar / Rauniyar
- Scheduled Castes converts to Christianity and their progeny
- Fakir, Sain
- Betkar (Bentkar)
- Chitrakar
- Bhujel
- Newar
- Mangar
- Sampang
- Thami
- Jogi
- Dhimal
- Khandait
- Gangot
- Dhunia
- Hele / Halia / Chasi-Kaibartta, Das Kaibartta
- Sukli
- Sunuwar
- Dewan
- Rai (including Chamling)
- Rayeen (Kunjra)
- Shershabadia
- Hajjam (Muslim)
- Chowduli (Muslim)
- Hawari, Dhobi (other than those included in the list of Scheduled Castes)
- Pahadia Muslim
- Karani
- Bungchheng
- Kosta / Kostha
- Turha
- Bhar
- Kasai
- Bansi Barman
- Nembang
- Lakhera / Laahera
- Mallick
- Khas
- Gurung
- Midde
- Basni/Bosni (Muslim)
- Bhangi (Muslim)
- Muslim Laskar
- Bairagi/Baishnab
- Muslim Jamadar
- Muslim Haldar
- Khotta Muslim
- Dalal (Muslim)
- Muslim Rajmistri, Raj (Muslim)
- Purkait (Muslim)
- Tarafdar (Muslim)
- Gharami (Muslim)
- Kan (Muslim)
- Muslim Chutor Mistri
- Dewan (Muslim)
- Bayen (Muslim)
- Khondekar/Khonkar (Muslim)
- Halsana (Muslim)
- Sepai (Muslim)
- Abdal (Muslim)
- Bepari / Byapari Muslim
- Bhuiya / Bhunya (Muslim)
- Chowdhury / Chowdhuri (Muslim)
- Daptari (Muslim)
- Dhukre (Muslim)
- Hazari (Muslim)
- Kalwar
- Mali, Faraji (Muslim)
- Muchi / Chamar Muslim
- Mukti / Mufti (Muslim)
- Muslim Barujibi / Barui
- Nikari (Muslim)
- Pailan (Muslim)
- Muslim Penchi
- Shikari/Sikari (Muslim)
- Sadgope/Sadgop
- Nepali Brahmin
It is important to note that the West Bengal Commission for Backward Classes is currently conducting re-surveys on the Devanga and Bharbhuja classes.
Key Notification Numbers for OBC Recognition
Each class recognized as an OBC in West Bengal is associated with specific notification numbers, which officially acknowledge their inclusion in the list. These notifications are crucial for administrative purposes and for individuals verifying their OBC status. The following are some of the key notification numbers and the classes they cover:
- Notification No. 346-TW/EC dated 13.07.1994 read with No. 1056-BCW/MR-33/2025 (Pt. I) dated 27.05.2025:
- Kumbhakar
- Napit
- Yogi, Nath
- Goala, Gope (Pallav Gope, Ballav Gope, Yadav Gope, Gope, Ahir and Yadav)
- Satchasi
- Kapali
- Baishya Kapali
- Kurmi
- Sutradhar
- Karmakar
- Swarnakar
- Teli, Kolu
- Moira (Halwai), Modak (Halwai)
- Barujibi
- Notification No. 705-TW/EC dated 13.12.1994 read with No. 1056-BCW/MR-33/2025 (Pt. I) dated 27.05.2025:
- Jolah (Ansari-Momin)
- Tanti, Tantubaya
- Dhanuk
- Keori / Koiri
- Nagar
- Malakar
- Kansari
- Shankakar
- Raju
- Sarak
- Tamboli/Tamali
- Karani
- Notification No. 183-TW/EC dated 08.03.1996 read with No. 1056-BCW/MR-33/2025 (Pt. I) dated 27.05.2025:
- Kahar
- Fakir, Sain
- Betkar (Bentkar)
- Chitrakar
- Notification No. 84-BCW/RC dated 01.03.1999 read with No. 1056-BCW/MR-33/2025 (Pt. I) dated 27.05.2025:
- Nashya-Sekh
- Khen (Non-Bania category)
- Sukli
- Sunuwar
- Pahadia Muslim
- Bansi Barman
- Nembang
- Lakhera / Laahera
- Notification No. 93-TW/EC dated 01.02.1997 read with No. 1056-BCW/MR-33/2025 (Pt. I) dated 27.05.2025:
- Patidar
- Khandait
- Gangot
- Dhunia
- Turha
- Bhar
- Kasai
- Hawari, Dhobi (other than those included in the list of Scheduled Castes)
- Notification No. 1179-TW/EC dated 01.12.1995 read with No. 1056-BCW/MR-33/2025 (Pt. I) dated 27.05.2025:
- Bhujel
- Newar
- Mangar
- Sampang
- Thami
- Jogi
- Dhimal
- Bungchheng
- Notification No. 370-TW/EC dated 12.05.1995 read with No. 1056-BCW/MR-33/2025 (Pt. I) dated 27.05.2025:
- Roniwar / Rauniyar
- Scheduled Castes converts to Christianity and their progeny
- Kosta / Kostha
- Notification No. 1054-BCW/EC/MR-302/97 dated 06.11.1997 read with No. 1056-BCW/MR-33/2025 (Pt. I) dated 27.05.2025:
- Hele / Halia / Chasi-Kaibartta, Das Kaibartta
- Notification No. 2927-BCW/MR-436/99 dated 10.07.2001 read with No. 1056-BCW/MR-33/2025 (Pt. I) dated 27.05.2025:
- Dewan
- Rai (including Chamling)
- Notification No. 5001-BCW dated 07.10.2002 read with No. 1056-BCW/MR-33/2025 (Pt. I) dated 27.05.2025:
- Rayeen (Kunjra)
- Shershabadia
- Notification No. 3230-BCW/MR-436/99 dated 04.12.2008 read with No. 1056-BCW/MR-33/2025 (Pt. I) dated 27.05.2025:
- Hajjam (Muslim)
- Notification No. 485/BCW/MRD-436/99 dated 20.02.2009 read with No. 1056-BCW/MR-33/2025 (Pt. I) dated 27.05.2025:
- Chowduli (Muslim)
- Notification No. 1057-BCW/MR-38/2025 dated 27.05.2025:
- Sekh/Seikh
- Khan (Muslim)
- Muslim Molla
- Bhatia Muslim
- Muslim Mandal
- Kazi/Kaji/Quazi/Quaji (Muslim)
- Tutia (Muslim)
- Gazi (Muslim), Par (Muslim)
- Muslim Biswas
- Baidya Muslim
- Chasatti (Chasa)
- Gayen (Muslim)
- Muslim Piyada
- Dhali (Muslim)
- Malita/Malitha/Malitya (Muslim)
- Shah (Shah/Sahaji)
- Muslim Darji/Ostagar/Idrishi
- Muslim Dafadar
- Muslim Sardar
- Sarkar (Muslim)
- Mistri (Muslim)
- Muslim Sanpui/Sapui
- Paik (Muslim)
- Akunji/Akan/Akhan (Muslim)
- Mahaldar (Muslim)
- Goldar/Golder (Muslim)
- Mal Muslim
- Mallick
- Khas
- Gurung
- Midde
- Basni/Bosni (Muslim)
- Bhangi (Muslim)
- Muslim Laskar
- Bairagi/Baishnab
- Muslim Jamadar
- Muslim Haldar
- Khotta Muslim
- Dalal (Muslim)
- Muslim Rajmistri, Raj (Muslim)
- Purkait (Muslim)
- Tarafdar (Muslim)
- Gharami (Muslim)
- Kan (Muslim)
- Muslim Chutor Mistri
- Dewan (Muslim)
- Bayen (Muslim)
- Khondekar/Khonkar (Muslim)
- Halsana (Muslim)
- Sepai (Muslim)
- Abdal (Muslim)
- Notification No. 1107-BCW/MR-38/2025 dated 03.06.2025:
- Beldar Muslim
- Dhabak (Muslim)
- Kayal (Muslim)
- Khansama
- Layek (Muslim)
- Naiya (Muslim)
- Siuli (Muslim)
- Majhi
- Bepari /Byapari Muslim
- Bhuiya / Bhunya (Muslim)
- Chowdhury/Chowdhuri (Muslim)
- Daptari (Muslim)
- Dhukre (Muslim)
- Hazari (Muslim)
- Kalwar
- Mali, Faraji (Muslim)
- Muchi / Chamar Muslim
- Mukti / Mufti (Muslim)
- Muslim Barujibi / Barui
- Nikari (Muslim)
- Pailan (Muslim)
- Muslim Penchi
- Shikari/Sikari (Muslim)
- Sadgope/Sadgop
- Nepali Brahmin
Accessing the Official OBC Lists
For official verification and detailed information, it is always recommended to refer to the original government notifications. The full lists, categorized and notification-wise, can be downloaded directly from the official website of the Anagrasarkalyan Department, Government of West Bengal.
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These documents are essential resources for educational institutions, employment verification, and for individuals applying for various government schemes and benefits under the OBC quota in West Bengal.
Key Notification Numbers for OBC Recognition Each class recognized as an OBC in West Bengal is associated with specific notification numbers, which officially acknowledge their inclusion in the list. These notifications are crucial for administrative purposes and for individuals verifying their OBC status. The following are some of the key notification numbers and the classes they cover:
Notification No. 346-TW/EC dated 13.07.1994 read with No. 1056-BCW/MR-33/2025 (Pt. I) dated 27.05.2025: This notification, along with its updates, covers a wide range of classes including Kumbhakar , Napit , Yogi, Nath , Goala, Gope (Pallav Gope, Ballav Gope, Yadav Gope, Gope, Ahir and Yadav) , Satchasi , Kapali , Baishya Kapali , Kurmi , Sutradhar , Karmakar , Swarnakar , Teli, Kolu , Moira (Halwai), Modak (Halwai) , and Barujibi.
Notification No. 705-TW/EC dated 13.12.1994 read with No. 1056-BCW/MR-33/2025 (Pt. I) dated 27.05.2025: This notification is relevant for classes like Jolah (Ansari-Momin) , Tanti, Tantubaya , Dhanuk , Keori / Koiri , Nagar , Malakar , Kansari , Shankakar , Raju , Sarak , Tamboli/Tamali , and Karani.
Notification No. 183-TW/EC dated 08.03.1996 read with No. 1056-BCW/MR-33/2025 (Pt. I) dated 27.05.2025: This covers Kahar , Fakir, Sain , Betkar (Bentkar) , and Chitrakar.
Notification No. 84-BCW/RC dated 01.03.1999 read with No. 1056-BCW/MR-33/2025 (Pt. I) dated 27.05.2025: This is important for Nashya-Sekh , Khen (Non-Bania category) , Sukli , Sunuwar , Pahadia Muslim , Bansi Barman , Nembang , and Lakhera / Laahera.
Notification No. 93-TW/EC dated 01.02.1997 read with No. 1056-BCW/MR-33/2025 (Pt. I) dated 27.05.2025: This notification includes Patidar , Khandait , Gangot , Dhunia , Turha , Bhar , and Kasai.
Notification No. 1179-TW/EC dated 01.12.1995 read with No. 1056-BCW/MR-33/2025 (Pt. I) dated 27.05.2025: Classes like Bhujel , Newar , Mangar , Sampang , Thami , Jogi , Dhimal , and Bungchheng are covered here.
Notification No. 370-TW/EC dated 12.05.1995 read with No. 1056-BCW/MR-33/2025 (Pt. I) dated 27.05.2025: This applies to Roniwar / Rauniyar , Scheduled Castes converts to Christianity and their progeny , and Kosta / Kostha.
Notification No. 1054-BCW/EC/MR-302/97 dated 06.11.1997 read with No. 1056-BCW/MR-33/2025 (Pt. I) dated 27.05.2025: This covers Hele / Halia / Chasi-Kaibartta, Das Kaibartta.
Notification No. 2927-BCW/MR-436/99 dated 10.07.2001 read with No. 1056-BCW/MR-33/2025 (Pt. I) dated 27.05.2025: This includes Dewan and Rai (including Chamling).
Notification No. 5001-BCW dated 07.10.2002 read with No. 1056-BCW/MR-33/2025 (Pt. I) dated 27.05.2025: Rayeen (Kunjra) and Shershabadia are covered under this.
Notification No. 3230-BCW/MR-436/99 dated 04.12.2008 read with No. 1056-BCW/MR-33/2025 (Pt. I) dated 27.05.2025: This notification is for Hajjam (Muslim).
Notification No. 485/BCW/MRD-436/99 dated 20.02.2009 read with No. 1056-BCW/MR-33/2025 (Pt. I) dated 27.05.2025: This applies to Chowduli (Muslim).
Notification No. 93-TW/EC dated 01.02.1998 read with No. 1056-BCW/MR-33/2025 (Pt. I) dated 27.05.2025: This covers Hawari, Dhobi (other than those included in the list of Scheduled Castes).
Notification No. 1057-BCW/MR-38/2025 dated 27.05.2025: This is a significant recent notification covering a large number of Muslim communities including Sekh/Seikh , Khan (Muslim) , Muslim Molla , Bhatia Muslim , Muslim Mandal , Kazi/Kaji/Quazi/Quaji (Muslim) , Tutia (Muslim) , Gazi (Muslim), Par (Muslim) , Muslim Biswas , Baidya Muslim , Chasatti (Chasa) , Gayen (Muslim) , Muslim Piyada , Dhali (Muslim) , Malita/Malitha/Malitya (Muslim) , Shah (Shah/Sahaji) , Muslim Darji/Ostagar/Idrishi , Muslim Dafadar , Muslim Sardar , Sarkar (Muslim) , Mistri (Muslim) , Muslim Sanpui/Sapui , Paik (Muslim) , Akunji/Akan/Akhan (Muslim) , Mahaldar (Muslim) , Goldar/Golder (Muslim) , Mal Muslim , Mallick , Khas , Gurung , Midde , Basni/Bosni (Muslim) , Bhangi (Muslim) , Muslim Laskar , Bairagi/Baishnab , Muslim Jamadar , Muslim Haldar , Khotta Muslim , Dalal (Muslim) , Muslim Rajmistri, Raj (Muslim) , Purkait (Muslim) , Tarafdar (Muslim) , Gharami (Muslim) , Kan (Muslim) , Muslim Chutor Mistri , Dewan (Muslim) , Bayen (Muslim) , and Khondekar/Khonkar (Muslim) , Halsana (Muslim) , Sepai (Muslim) , Abdal (Muslim).
Notification No. 1107-BCW/MR-38/2025 dated 03.06.2025: This is the most recent notification, including classes like Beldar Muslim , Dhabak (Muslim) , Kayal (Muslim) , Khansama , Layek (Muslim) , Naiya (Muslim) , Siuli (Muslim) , Majhi , Bepari /Byapari Muslim , Bhuiya / Bhunya (Muslim) , Chowdhury/Chowdhuri (Muslim) , Daptari (Muslim) , Dhukre (Muslim) , Hazari (Muslim) , Kalwar , Mali, Faraji (Muslim) , Muchi / Chamar Muslim , Mukti / Mufti (Muslim) , Muslim Barujibi / Barui , Nikari (Muslim) , Pailan (Muslim) , Muslim Penchi , Shikari/Sikari (Muslim) , Sadgope/Sadgop , and Nepali Brahmin.
Accessing the Official OBC Lists
For official verification and detailed information, it is always recommended to refer to the original government notifications. The full lists, categorized and notification-wise, can be downloaded directly from the official website of the Anagrasarkalyan Department, Government of West Bengal.
FAQs about West Bengal OBC New List 2025
Q1: What is the latest update regarding the West Bengal OBC list?
A1: The latest updated lists for Other Backward Classes (OBC) recognized by the Government of West Bengal are valid up to June 3, 2025.
Q2: How are OBCs categorized in West Bengal?
A2: OBCs in West Bengal are categorized into “More Backward (Category-A)” and “Backward (Category-B).”
Q3: Where can I find the full category-wise list of OBCs?
Q4: Where can I find the full notification-wise list of OBCs?
Q5: What is the significance of the notification numbers?
A5: The notification numbers officially acknowledge the inclusion of a specific class in the OBC list and are crucial for administrative verification and accessing benefits.
Q6: Are there any classes currently under re-survey by the West Bengal Commission for Backward Classes?
A6: Yes, the West Bengal Commission for Backward Classes is conducting re-surveys on Devanga and Bharbhuja classes.
Q7: How often is the OBC list updated in West Bengal?
A7: The lists are updated periodically. The current list is valid up to June 3, 2025, indicating regular reviews and updates by the government.
Q8: Can I use this information for educational purposes in West Bengal?
A8: Yes, this information is vital for understanding OBC categories and their official recognition, which is essential for applications to educational institutions under the OBC quota in West Bengal. For specific requirements, always consult official government guidelines or wbedu.in.
Q9: Where can I get more information about OBC benefits and policies in West Bengal?
A9: For more information, you should refer to the official website of the Anagrasarkalyan Department, Government of West Bengal, or reliable educational portals like wbedu.in.
Q10: What should I do if my community is not on the list but I believe it should be?
A10: You may consider contacting the West Bengal Commission for Backward Classes to inquire about the process for inclusion or re-survey of communities. They are responsible for reviewing and recommending additions or changes to the OBC lists.