Selection Process Guide
West Bengal Scholarships Selection Process 2026
How scholars are selected, merit-cum-means selection weights, ranking parameters, and list verifications. Find parameters, rules, and structures for all 14 active programs in West Bengal.
Program Comparison - Selection Process
| Scholarship Name | Selection Process Info | Annual Amount | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (SVMCM) | Merit-based selection with income verification. High academic standards required. | ₹96,000 | 30 Nov 2025 |
| Nabanna Scholarship (West Bengal) | Selection is based on merit ranking (passing previous qualifying examination with 50% to less than 60% marks) and family income limit (not exceeding ₹1,20,000 per annum). | ₹10,000 | Rolling |
| [LEGACY] Nabanna Scholarship | Based on academic merit and family income criteria | Amount Varies | Check Official Portal |
| Oasis Pre-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (West Bengal) | Based on satisfying the eligibility criteria: West Bengal domicile, valid SC caste certificate, enrollment in Class 9 or 10, and annual family income below ₹2.5 Lakh. | ₹4,500 | 31 Oct 2026 |
| Oasis Pre-Matric Scholarship for ST Students (West Bengal) | Based on satisfying the eligibility criteria: West Bengal domicile, valid ST caste certificate, enrollment in Class 9 or 10, NSP OTR registration, and annual family income below ₹2.5 Lakh. | ₹4,500 | 31 Oct 2026 |
| Oasis Pre-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students (West Bengal) | Based on satisfying the eligibility criteria: West Bengal domicile, valid OBC caste certificate, enrollment in Class 9 or 10, and annual family income below ₹1 Lakh. | ₹3,500 | 31 Oct 2026 |
| Oasis Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (West Bengal) | Based on satisfying the eligibility criteria: West Bengal domicile, valid SC caste certificate, enrollment in post-matriculation studies, and annual family income below ₹2.5 Lakh. | ₹12,000 | 31 Oct 2026 |
| Oasis Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students (West Bengal) | Based on satisfying the eligibility criteria: West Bengal domicile, valid ST caste certificate, enrollment in post-matriculation studies, NSP OTR registration, and annual family income below ₹2.5 Lakh. | ₹12,000 | 31 Oct 2026 |
| Oasis Post-Matric Scholarship for OBC Students (West Bengal) | Based on satisfying the eligibility criteria: West Bengal domicile, valid OBC caste certificate, enrollment in post-matriculation studies, and annual family income below ₹1 Lakh. | ₹7,500 | 31 Oct 2026 |
| Kanyashree Prakalpa Scheme (K1 & K2) (West Bengal) | Direct benefit transfer upon satisfying all eligibility criteria (unmarried female, domicile of West Bengal, age limits, regular educational enrollment, and family income below ₹1.2 Lakh). The income limit is waived for orphans, JJ Home inmates, and students with >40% disability. | ₹25,000 | 31 Dec 2026 |
| Sikshashree Scholarship Scheme (West Bengal) | Based on satisfying the eligibility criteria: West Bengal domicile, valid SC/ST certificate, enrollment in Classes 5 to 8 as a day scholar, and parent income below ₹2.5 Lakh. | ₹800 | 31 Oct 2026 |
| Aikyashree Pre-Matric Scholarship for Minorities (West Bengal) | Based on satisfying the eligibility criteria: West Bengal domicile, minority community membership, 50% minimum marks in the previous class (not applicable for Class 1), and annual family income below ₹2 Lakh. | ₹11,000 | 31 Oct 2026 |
| Aikyashree Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities (West Bengal) | Based on satisfying the eligibility criteria: West Bengal domicile, minority community membership, 50% minimum marks in the last qualifying examination, and annual family income below ₹2 Lakh. | ₹16,500 | 31 Oct 2026 |
| Aikyashree Merit-cum-Means Scholarship for Minorities (West Bengal) | Based on satisfying the eligibility criteria: West Bengal domicile, minority community membership, 50% minimum marks in the last qualifying examination, admission in a professional/technical course, and annual family income below ₹2.5 Lakh. | ₹33,000 | 31 Oct 2026 |
FAQs on WB Scholarship Selection Process
Where can I find the official Selection Process document for West Bengal scholarships?
Official updates are released on the state portal. You can view direct links to these sources by clicking the individual scholarships listed above.
Are the details listed here verified for the 2026 academic year?
Yes, our editorial team audits all records in accordance with the latest government notifications. Always check the last verified dates on each scheme page.
Does this eligibility / criteria apply to all categories?
Rules vary between OBC, SC, ST, EWS, and General categories. Please click into specific scholarship detail pages to see caste-wise or class-wise breakups.
What if the portal shows different information?
Government portals are the final authority. We strive to sync updates weekly, but portal data always supersedes static indexes.
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