Oasis Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (West Bengal)
Backward Classes Welfare Department, Government of West Bengal · West Bengal
| Scheme Name | Oasis Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students (West Bengal) |
| Provided By | Backward Classes Welfare Department, Government of West Bengal |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12, UG, PG, Diploma, ITI, Ph.D. · SC · West Bengal residents · Family income up to ₹2.5 Lakh/year |
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About the Program
Apply for the Oasis Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students in West Bengal. Check official eligibility criteria, annual family income limits, required documents list, course groups, maintenance allowance, and online step-by-step application guide for college SC students on oasis.gov.in.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹12k+
The scholarship amount for Post-Matric SC students varies based on the course level and whether the student is a hosteller or day scholar. For example, Post-Matric Engineering/Medical/B.Sc (Agriculture)/LLM/M.Phil/PhD candidates who are hostellers receive INR 1200 per month (INR 14,400 per annum), while day scholars for the same courses receive INR 550 per month (INR 6,600 per annum). Undergraduate (Honours) hostellers receive INR 750 per month (INR 9,000 per annum), and day scholars receive INR 300 per month (INR 3,600 per annum). For Post-Matric SC/ST students, the scholarship amount starts from INR 3000 per annum. Payments are disbursed directly to the student's Aadhaar-seeded, DBT-enabled bank account in a two-phase model: 40% of the eligible amount in the first phase, and the remaining 60% subsequently.
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Maintenance allowance ranging from ₹2,300 to ₹12,000 per annum depending on study course and hosteller status
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Additionally, full reimbursement of tuition fees and compulsory non-refundable fees as per government approved college structures.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Class 11-12, UG, PG, Diploma, ITI, Ph.D. |
| Course / Stream | Engineering, Medical, Arts, Science, Commerce, Law, Management, IT, Vocational |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹2.5 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | SC |
| Domicile State | West Bengal |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Aadhaar Card
- ✓SC Caste Certificate issued by WB Government
- ✓Marksheet of last qualifying exam
- ✓Income Certificate issued by competent authority
- ✓Fee receipt of current year admission
- ✓Bank Passbook showing IFSC and Account Number
- ✓Passport-size Photograph
- ✓College Bonafide/Admission Certificate
Selection Process
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Candidates are selected based on their fulfillment of the eligibility criteria, including being a permanent resident of West Bengal, belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category, and having a family income within the prescribed limits
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The application undergoes a verification process at three levels: first by the educational institution, then by the district welfare office, before funds are disbursed.
Renewal Policy
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To renew the scholarship, students must log in to the official Oasis portal using their previous User ID and password, navigate to the 'Renew Scholarship' option in the student's corner, verify their pre-filled details, update any mandatory information, and then 'Renew and Lock' the application
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After locking, an acknowledgement slip should be downloaded
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Subsequently, a hard copy of the renewed application form along with updated documents, such as the last two semesters' or last year's mark sheets, current admission receipt, and income certificate, must be submitted to the concerned District Welfare Officer (DWO) scholarship office
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Missing the renewal deadline can lead to the loss of scholarship benefits for that academic year, requiring reapplication as a fresh candidate in the next cycle.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Online. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1New Registration (Fresh Applicants)
* Visit the official OASIS portal: `https://oasis.gov.in/`. * Go to 'Students Corner' and click on 'Student's Registration'. * Select the district where your institution is located (if studying outside West Bengal, select your permanent address district). * Enter your Caste Certificate Number, its issuing date, and the captcha, then click 'Proceed'. * For ST applicants, One-Time Registration (OTR) on the NSP portal is mandatory before proceeding on OASIS. * Enter your OTR Number (if applicable for ST) and Aadhaar Card Number. Your name and certificate details will appear. * Fill in your primary details, create a password, enter the captcha, and click 'Submit'. * Download and save the Acknowledgement Slip, which contains your User ID and Password for future logins. **
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Completing the Application Form (Registered Students): * Visit the OASIS portal: `https://oasis.gov.in/` and click on 'Registered Student's Login'. * Enter your User ID, Password, and select your district, then click 'Login'. * Click on 'Further Details' to fill in all required information, including communication address, institution details, and Aadhaar-linked bank account details (Bank Name, Account Number, IFSC Code). * Carefully review all entered information and then click 'Verify and Lock'. Once locked, the application cannot be edited. * Download and print your filled application form.
- 3Offline Submission of Hard Copy
* Attach the following attested documents to the printed application form: a recent passport-size color photo, caste certificate, mark sheet/certificate of the last qualifying examination, income certificate, Aadhaar card, first page of the bank passbook, current admission receipt, and fee receipt. A gap certificate or affidavit is required if there is a break in studies. * Submit the complete hard copy to the concerned District Welfare Officer (DWO) scholarship office (BDO Office for block areas, PO-cum-DWO for corporation/municipality areas). **
- 4Tracking Application Status
* Visit the official OASIS portal: `https://oasis.gov.in/`. * Click on the 'Track an Application' option. * Select your district, enter your Application Serial No./User ID, the academic session (2025-26 or 2026-27), and the CAPTCHA code. * Click 'Check Status' to view the progress of your application (e.g., Submitted, Under Verification, Approved, Rejected, Payment Processed).
Common Questions (FAQs)
What are the key eligibility criteria for the Oasis Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students in West Bengal?
To be eligible, a student must be a permanent resident of West Bengal and belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category. They must be pursuing post-secondary or post-matriculation education (Class XI onwards, including ITI, diploma, undergraduate, postgraduate, M.Phil, and PhD courses) in a recognized institution within India. The annual family income from all sources must not exceed INR 2.5 Lakh. There is no minimum percentage of marks required for the scholarship, but students must have passed their last examination.
How is the scholarship amount disbursed, and what details are crucial for receiving the funds?
The scholarship amount is disbursed through Aadhaar-based Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly into the student's own active bank account. It is crucial that the student's bank account is linked with their Aadhaar number and enabled for DBT via the NPCI mapper. For Pre-Matric and Post-Matric SC students, payments are typically made in two phases: 40% of the eligible amount in the first phase, and the remaining 60% in a subsequent phase. It's essential to ensure that the name, spelling, birth year, and gender on the Aadhaar card exactly match the details in the application to avoid issues with payment.
What happens if a student misses the renewal deadline, or applies for multiple scholarships simultaneously?
Missing the renewal deadline for the Oasis Scholarship can result in losing the scholarship benefit for that entire academic year. Affected students typically need to wait for the next academic cycle and reapply as fresh applicants, provided they still meet the eligibility criteria at that time. Furthermore, students should not apply for multiple scholarships from different portals simultaneously, as such duplicate claims can lead to immediate disqualification from state benefits.
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