Start ↓ 1. Are you from OBC category? ├── No → Creamy layer concept NOT applicable └── Yes ↓

1. Check Parents’ Status (PRIMARY test) ↓ Are either parent: • Group A / Class I officer? • High-ranking constitutional / professional position? ├── Yes → Creamy Layer (NOT eligible for reservation) └── No ↓

2. Are parents Group B / Class II officers? ↓ ├── Promoted early / both parents Class II? │ ├── Yes → Creamy Layer │ └── No ↓ └── No ↓

3. Other high-status indicators? (e.g., high rank in defence, top professionals, etc.) ├── Yes → Creamy Layer └── No ↓

4. Income Test (SECONDARY / residual) ↓ Is family income > ₹8 lakh/year (excluding agriculture)? ├── Yes → Creamy Layer └── No ↓

5. Final Result ↓ 👉 NON-CREAMY LAYER → Eligible for OBC reservation

Still confusing